As a millennial, the Environment is extremely important to me. It is incredibly sad to see how small changes that can make a big difference to our planet are not implemented. The inefficiency of our current recycling process must be addressed. In New York City we currently recycle only 17% of our total waste; there is no reason why this # cannot be higher! We are at a time where many individuals want to contribute and be part of the solution to get rid of this “plastic obsession” that came about in the 60’s – 70’s before anyone knew how harmful it could be to the environment. New York took the initiative to ban “plastic bags” from stores; however, this is just a drop in the bucket. And it is such a simple policy that should have been implanted years ago. As of June 04, 2020, the “plastic bag” ban in New York City is not being enforced due to Covid19.
THE 12TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
Candidate
Carlos Santiago-Cano
Email
Area Covered
Astoria
Upper East Side
Midtown East
Gramercy Park
East Village
Greenpoint Brooklyn
Upper East Side
Midtown East
Gramercy Park
East Village
Greenpoint Brooklyn
Election Date
Tuesday November 3, 2020