Vote Veda Rasheed,
The Change We Need!

Veda Rasheed is a third-generation Washingtonian, mom of two boys, and accomplished attorney. After a bullet flew through her son’s school window, Veda organized an anti-violence movement and has been fighting to make our streets safer ever since.

As an accomplished attorney who’s worked for a judge and served in the DC Attorney General’s office, Veda is the best candidate to make our streets safe while ensuring every resident feels secure, supported, and hopeful for their future.

Vote Early May 26 - June 2
Election Day June 4

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Issues

A Smart Approach to Public Safety

As an accomplished attorney who’s worked for a judge and served in the DC Attorney General’s office, Veda is the best candidate to make our streets safe. Her smart approach to public safety includes:

  • Supporting training and accountability within our police force

  • Economic investments to create good-paying jobs

  • Improving our education system and services to give young people more opportunities to succeed

  • Enabling housing stability and homelessness intervention

Education

Veda has the experience to make all our schools excellent. As a mother, a parent leader and MySchool DC Advisory Councilmember, Veda’s vision for excellent schools includes:

  • Prioritizes the safety & well-being of our students by increasing safe passage investments and enhancing mental health support

  • Builds stronger community bonds by making schools community hubs

  • Improves math and literacy instruction

  • Maintain our school spaces and resources

Veda’s vision for economic development in Ward 7 is centered on ensuring everyone is empowered to become architects of their American Dream. Veda’s plan includes:

  • More grocery stores

  • Fighting for liveable wages that reflect the true cost of living

  • Building generational wealth through financial literacy programs, support for local businesses, and homeownership programs

  • Equitable public transportation and access to high-speed internet

Equitable Economic Development

Affordable Housing

Veda believes addressing housing affordability isn’t about economics; it’s about preserving the fabric and diversity of our communities. If elected, Veda will fight for:

  • Rent control and tenant protections

  • Tax breaks for long-term Residents

  • Housing voucher program enhancements, expansion of affordable housing units

  • Down payment assistance and home-ownership programs

  • Innovative housing solutions like tiny homes and modular housing

Only Veda has the experience we need.

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Paid for by Democrats for Education Reform, DC IEC. PO Box 64402, Washington, DC 20029. Christopher Chambers, Treasurer. Top Five Contributors: ERNA. A copy of our report is filed with the Director of Campaign Finance at the DC Office of Campaign Finance.