Brad Lander is a member of the New York City Council, representing the 39th District in Brooklyn. He serves as the Council’s Deputy Leader for Policy, and was a co-founder of the Council’s Progressive Caucus. His hard-hitting policy reports and innovative legislation have helped win protections against unfair firings, combat wage theft for independent contractors, and hold reckless drivers accountable. Brad’s background in community organizing and urban planning informs his work to make government work better for all New Yorkers.