Susan Zhang

Susan Zhuang earned her bachelor’s degree in finance from the State University of New York at Oswego and an MBA from the University of Southern Indiana. She lives with her husband and two children in Bensonhurst. 

Susan is currently a member of the New York City Council, representing District 43. She assumed office in 2024 and is currently serving her first term. 

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Susan was born in Baipu, China, and later came to the United States in 2008 as an international student in pursuit of the American Dream. Susan earned her bachelor’s degree in finance from the State University of New York at Oswego and later an MBA from the University of Southern Indiana. She lives with her husband and two children in Brooklyn.

Susan is currently a member of the New York City Council, representing District 43. She assumed office in 2024 and is currently serving her first term.

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Supports and plans to protect small businesses in the community.

Economy

Plans to provide seniors with the resources they need, taking into account their ages, languages, customs, and cultural backgrounds.

Public Services

Supports developing more affordable housing for Southern Brooklyn residents and their families.

Opposes building homeless shelters next to schools.

Housing & Urban Development

Plans to combat hatred, racism, and crime to ensure safety for all Southern Brooklyn residents.

Public Safety

Plans to increase sanitation for cleaner streets and public transportation.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

Supports affordable healthcare and plans to address food insecurity through programs like EBT/SNAP.

Healthcare

Plans to strengthen public schools and empower students to succeed academically and personally.

Education

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New York City City Council Member, District 43

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