Too often, the landlord-tenant relationship is unbalanced with all the power on the side of unscrupulous landlords.

For families to access affordable housing, they often need legal representation that takes their side against abusive landlords.

Let me tell you, I am nobody's puppet.

Fair and affordable housing is a basic right for all New Yorkers and all Americans.

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month provides us all an opportunity to reflect upon this community's many contributions and to celebrate its bright future.

Nationally, more than one million Asian American entrepreneurs create jobs in their communities, helping fuel local commerce. In New York, we have seen firsthand how this community has helped drive our economy forward through hard work and ingenuity.