Issues Diana is raising that aren't a shared debate across the field.

• Lowering the Cost of Living

  Diana Ayala supports lowering the cost of living for working families by holding utilities accountable, expanding childcare, and strengthening consumer protections. She helped expand the CityFHEPS housing voucher program in the City Council and will push back against unfair utility rate hikes and expand childcare funding in the State Assembly.

• Animal Welfare

  Ayala supports policies that improve protections for animals across New York, including strengthening animal welfare laws.

• Environment and Climate Justice

  Ayala supports renewable energy investments, green infrastructure, and environmental justice policies to address climate change and improve environmental health in communities like Harlem and East Harlem.

• Education

  Ayala supports fully funding public schools, reducing class sizes, and ensuring schools have the resources students need. In the City Council, she helped secure record funding for schools, youth programs, and community organizations.

• LGBTQ+ Equality

  Ayala supports legislation that protects LGBTQ+ rights and promotes equality, including strong anti-discrimination protections and inclusive healthcare policies.