Tom on the Issues
		Click the red links below to see Tom's position paper on that subject. Tom Ammiano has been on your side as a teacher, member of the Board of Education and President of the Board of Supervisors. As our next Mayor, Tom Ammiano will fight to: Preserve Affordable Housing With housing costs soaring, Tom will work to ensure affordable housing, end unfair evictions and compel “live/work” spaces to pay school taxes. Return Power to the Neighborhoods Tom wrote the legislation, passed by the voters, that brings back District Elections in the year 2000. District Elections returns power to neighborhoods, and limits the power and influence of big money. As Mayor, Tom will ensure a smooth and fair transition to District Elections. Improve Public Transit Tom rides Muni to work every day. He knows first-hand how important public transit is to San Franciscans. Elect a Muni rider mayor! Say No to Back-Room Deals Tom fights to ensure open government, so that everyone can have a fair and informed say in how our city is run. Protect Human Rights Tom‘s unwavering support for women, people of color, gays & lesbians, and immigrants helps keep San Francisco a city we can live in and be proud of.