James Solomon

James Solomon is a member of the Jersey City Council in New Jersey, representing Ward E.1 Here are some key details about him:

Political Career

• Assumed office on January 1, 20181
• Current term ends on December 31, 202512
• First elected to the council on December 5, 2017 in an upset win against the political machine3
• Re-elected in 2021, defeating Jake Hudnut in the general election1

Background and Education

• Earned a Master in Public Policy from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government2
• Received his BA from Pomona College2
• Previously served as an aide to the Mayor of Boston2
• Currently works as an adjunct professor at three Jersey City universities4

Personal Life

• Married to Gabrielle Ramos-Solomon, whom he met in graduate school23
• Father to three daughters: Camila, Corinne, and Noelle23
• Cancer survivor, having been diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma shortly after his marriage in 201523

Political Focus

As a council member, Solomon focuses on:

1. Affordable housing and good public schools
2. Demanding transparency and ending sweetheart deals for developers
3. Racial justice for every resident and family
4. Improving street safety and cleanliness23

Solomon is known for his commitment to making Jersey City a place that supports all families, not just the well-connected.2 He is currently running for Mayor of Jersey City.56