Greg Rhett (D)
Office Sought: D.C. Council Ward 7
Age: 51
Residence: Eastland Gardens.
Education: BA, history, Duke University; certification, Executive Leadership/Management Development, GWU.
Occupation: Former public health analyst, D.C. Department of Health.
Web site:http://www.gregrhett.com
E-mail address: jrhett3009@aol.com
Offices and positions held: Member, DCDSC, 1998-99; president, Eastland Gardens Civic Assn.; pres., D.C. Federation of Civic Assns.; past first vice pres., D.C. Federation of Civic Associations.; past pres., Northeast Boundary Civic Assn., Washington Area Community Investment Fund;
Why should voters elect you?
"My distinguished and sustained record of service and commitment to the people of Ward 7. My professional experience, temperament and demonstrated leadership abilities are proven."
What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?
"Public health: The District's HIV infection rate is the highest in the Northern Hemisphere! Ward 7 has the highest infection rate in the District! We've not taken concrete actions to reverse this trend. Vast numbers of Ward 7 residents suffer from a number of chronic diseases which are preventable and manageable (e.g., asthma, cancer, heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, etc.). Ward 7 has the highest infant mortality rate within the District, which leads the nation. We must ensure that Ward 7 residents have accessible and affordable quality health services to reverse these terrible trends."
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