Brad Lander

Brad Lander is an American politician serving as the New York City Comptroller since 2022. He previously served as a member of the New York City Council, representing the 39th district, which includes Park Slope, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, Kensington, Brooklyn, and Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn. Lander's career has been marked by his involvement with various organizations, including the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development and the Pratt Center for Community Development. He has also been associated with notable figures such as Bill de Blasio, Letitia James, and Eric Adams.

● Early Life and Education

Lander was born in 1972 in St. Louis, Missouri, and grew up in Maine. He attended Swarthmore College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. Lander later received a Master's degree in Urban Planning from Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government. During his time at Harvard, he was influenced by the works of Robert Putnam and Michael Sandel. Lander's educational background has been shaped by institutions such as the University of California, Berkeley, Columbia University, and the New School.

● Career

Before entering politics, Lander worked with the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development and the Pratt Center for Community Development. He was also a member of the New York City Council's Land Use Committee and the Committee on Housing and Buildings. Lander's career has been marked by his involvement with organizations such as the American Planning Association, the Urban Land Institute, and the National Association of Social Workers. He has worked alongside notable figures such as Ruth Messinger, David Dinkins, and Michael Bloomberg.

● New York City Comptroller

As the New York City Comptroller, Lander is responsible for overseeing the city's finances, including the management of the New York City Pension Funds and the New York City Budget. He has worked closely with the New York City Mayor, Eric Adams, and the New York City Council Speaker, Adrienne Adams. Lander's tenure as Comptroller has been marked by his efforts to promote transparency and accountability in the city's financial dealings, as seen in his work with the New York City Council's Committee on Finance and the New York State Comptroller's office. He has also been involved with organizations such as the Government Finance Officers Association and the National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers and Treasurers.

● Political Positions

Lander has been a vocal advocate for progressive policies, including affordable housing, labor rights, and environmental protection. He has worked with organizations such as the Working Families Party, the New York City Central Labor Council, and the Sierra Club. Lander's political positions have been influenced by notable figures such as Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. He has also been involved in various campaigns, including the 2013 New York City mayoral election and the 2020 United States presidential election.

● Personal Life

Lander resides in Brooklyn, New York City, with his wife and two children. He is a member of the Park Slope community and has been involved with local organizations such as the Park Slope Civic Council and the Fifth Avenue Committee. Lander's personal life has been marked by his commitment to social justice and community activism, as seen in his work with organizations such as the Brooklyn Community Foundation and the New York City Coalition for the Homeless. He has also been associated with notable figures such as Chuck Schumer, Kirsten Gillibrand, and Hakeem Jeffries. Category:New York City Comptrollers