Alison O'Connell

Abortion / Contraception Alison will support all efforts to increase access to safe abortions for anyone who seeks one. Housing Alison supports strong legislation to hold landlords responsible for the conditions of their buildings. She calls for a city hotline and web portal to allow tenants to schedule and track inspections. If a landlord refuses to make repairs, Alexandria should do it and send them the bill. Healthcare Alison is a strong proponent of reproductive justice for both cisgender and transgender Alexandrians. People have an inalienable right to make decisions about their own bodies, including abortions and gender-affirming medical procedures. Immigration Alison O'Connell supports the abolition of ICE. Housing Alison supports the creation of extensive new affordable housing in Alexandria. She'll back that through a suite of approaches that empower Alexandrians to live dignified lives. She supports inclusionary zoning and backs improved tax incentives and subsidies for affordable-only housing developments. Immigration Alison will lead the effort in City Council to wield all political pressure available, including supporting the community demand to decrease the Alexandria Sheriff budget until Casey ends all voluntary collaboration with ICE. Education Alison will fight to end the school-to-prison pipeline, end harmful seclusion and restraint practices, and ensure that students with disabilities receive the accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom.