I am a life-long resident of Manhattan and have grown up in the heated political arena. I have an unwavering commitment to contributing to the city though service in the public sector and aspire eventually to serve in political office. I have been involved in politics since my years in high school and have bared witness to changes that have both positively and negatively impacted my community. Social, economic and political stances are what drive public policy in sometimes inexplicable directions. Within this knowledge are the important components of skills that are necessary to work as a policy analyst for local elected officials and is the first of many steps in building my career in public service. Through my university courses and fieldwork beginning in my teens, I have gained an appreciation for the input and reaction of the public on the formation of public policy. At a fairly young age, I was made aware of the implications and direct application of public policy upon my life and my family in terms of health care, education, transportation and the wider net of social services mandated by federal, state and city law. My early interest in public policy, my passion to serve, my appreciation for the critical role of policy in our fast-changing world, my realization of the importance of developing a network of people engaged in the business of governing all lead me to a career in public service.I would love to further discuss public policy and advocacy opportunities. Please feel free to reach out to me at zborodkin@gmail.com.