Ishtiaq Ahmad
For Change

Your Voice in Albany. Leadership You Can Trust.

  • Putting People First
  • District 44 Deserves Better
  • Fighting for Our Community
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Meet Ishtiaq Ahmad

Ishtiaq Ahmad is a dedicated community organizer, a father, and a proud Democrat running to represent the 44th Assembly District. For over two decades, Ishtiaq has been on the frontlines fighting for tenant rights, better public schools, and accessible healthcare for all.

He believes that District 44 deserves a representative who doesn’t just show up for photo ops, but shows up to do the work. Ishtiaq is ready to take our voice to Albany and deliver real results.

Ishtiaq Ahmad

A Champion for Working Families

Ishtiaq’s record of service proves he is ready to lead from day one.

Experience & Advocacy

  • Advocated for app-based and taxi drivers, including cap drivers, on workplace fairness and regulatory issues.
  • Played a leadership role in driver advocacy efforts connected to the landmark $328 million Uber settlement, which secured compensation for drivers and clarified employment protections.
  • Defended drivers against unfair and unlawful account deactivations, supporting due process and transparency in platform-based work.
  • Leader within the Taxi Workers Alliance, representing the voices of working drivers and their families.

Community Leadership

  • A recognized leader on community and policing issues, working collaboratively with stakeholders to promote trust, accountability, and safety.
  • Committed to justice for working people, ensuring laws are applied fairly and that no community is left behind.
  • Advocates for smart policing, supporting policies that improve public safety while respecting civil rights, the rule of law, and community engagement.

Concerns of District 44

Ishtiaq Ahmad has identified the critical issues facing our community and has a plan to address them.

Education

Improving public schools, implementing evidence-based literacy curriculum, and ensuring dyslexia screening.

Environment

Addressing climate change, eliminating fossil fuels, and promoting renewable energy.

Transportation

Implementing congestion pricing, improving MTA, and enhancing pedestrian safety.

Housing

Passing Good Cause Eviction, increasing affordable housing, and opposing developer handouts.

Social Justice

Protecting immigrants, promoting diversity, and addressing systemic racism.

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