James E. Hodge
Council Member, City of Long Beach
Party: Democratic, Working Families
Candidate Questionnaire Responses
When in office, what will you do to reduce harm and ensure there is social and economic equity for Black Long Islanders? If you are an incumbent, what policies/initiatives/laws have you supported that do this?
As an elected official, I would commit to giving Black Long Islanders a seat at the table. As a Black Long Islander myself, I know what it's like to not be heard, have your opinion and needs marginalized and with my seat at the table comes a seat for all Black Long Islanders. Long Beach recently released a Comprehensive Plan with little input from our community, and as a Councilman I would revisit this plan with input from our community. Reinvestigate the plan through the scope of direct benefit to the Black Long Island community, economically and socially.
Is there anything else you'd like us to know about your campaign?
James Hodge has been a Long Beach employee and CSEA union member for over 23 years. Outside of helping Long Beach in his professional capacity, he was the Chairman of the Long Beach MLK Center for 16 years, where he worked to give back to his community during Sandy and COVID, winning awards for community service; and also continued to give back by feeding, clothing, and giving shelter Long Beach residents whenever they were in need. James has won over 40 awards for his dedication to serving Long Beach