Born in Puerto Rico, Jon and his family left in search of opportunity and made their way to Boston. The move allowed his father to finish college at Northeastern University while they lived in subsidized housing and relied on government support. But while Boston offered the promise of expanded opportunity, Jon’s family also found a city facing a scourge of gun violence, struggling schools, and worsening inequity.
Boston is faced with one of the most expensive housing markets in the state and the country. Now a homeowner, Jon grew up in subsidized housing. He understands the challenges that working families face when paychecks have to be stretched to afford rent and basic necessities. Jon is committed to ensuring affordable housing options are protected and expanded. He will push for developers to provide more onsite affordable housing, support pathways for increased homeownership, and support regulations of the short-term rental industry that make sure that long-term residents aren’t getting pushed out of our community. Many families in the district are property-rich but income-poor and have to consider selling their home out of necessity. Jon will fight for better tax relief so that these families can keep their homes and remain a part of the community’s social fabric.