Candidate
Marcela Mitaynes
Running for Member of Assembly · District 51 in New York
Marcela Mitaynes is a Peruvian-American politician serving as the Assemblymember for New York's 51st district, encompassing Red Hook, Sunset Park, and northern Bay Ridge. She was elected in 2020 and is a member of the Democratic Socialists of America.
Where they stand
ⓘ AI-compiled · verify · compiled July 3, 2026Tenant Empowerment and Protection
Mitaynes has played a key role in strengthening tenant rights through the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act.
source ↗Eviction Moratorium
She protested the end of the eviction moratorium to advocate for its extension during the COVID-19 pandemic.
source ↗Rent Cancellation
Mitaynes supports the cancellation of rent for residential and commercial tenants, alongside mortgage payments for small landlords.
source ↗Clean Air Initiatives
She introduced legislation to reduce pollution from truck exhaust to protect community health.
source ↗Wealth Tax
Mitaynes is in favor of implementing a wealth tax.
source ↗Excluded Workers Fund
She participated in a hunger strike to support a fund for undocumented workers who missed federal pandemic assistance.
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🗳️ When to vote
Election day
Nov 3
in 60 days
Also running for Member of Assembly
Sources
ℹ️ Registered candidate from official NY Board of Elections records (filed 09/21/2023). Verify details with your local election office.
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