JOHN
CHEEKS
CHAIRMAN FOR DC COUNCIL 2026
ECONOMIC JUSTICE &TAXPAYER RELIEF
PEOPLE FIRST
Leadership that puts residents and families before politics.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Transparent leadership and responsible use of taxpayer dollars.
OPPORTUNITY
Creating pathways for economic growth and a stronger DC for all.
MEET
JOHN CHEEKS
Hello, I’m John Cheeks. I am running for Chairman for DC Council because I believe our city deserves economic justice, taxpayer relief, and leadership that puts residents first. You can call me John.
MY AGENDA FOR WASHINGTON DC
Every point has its own soundtrack, a “Listen to John Explain” audio, and a “Who Pays” button.
Economic Justice: Slavery Compensation
Recovering the compensation owed to DC's descendant residents. This is not a Robin Hood agenda.
DC Lottery & Gaming Reform
Fiscal responsibility in the city's lottery and gaming revenue.
Soundtrack: Chuck Brown, "We Need Money"
Taxpayer Relief
Responsible use of taxpayer dollars, no new burden on residents.
Amnesty for Parking & Moving Violations
Relief on outstanding parking and moving violations.
Student Parking
Fiscal responsibility in the city's lottery and gaming revenue.
Public Housing Reform
Reforming public housing for DC residents.
Small Business Reform, Development & Growth
Small Business Reform, Development & Growth
Soundtrack: to be identified
Private Home Ownership Purchasing
Pathways to private home ownership for residents.
Veteran Support
Resources and respect for veterans, and a tribute to the descendants of enslaved Americans who fought for this country.
Message to the White House
A direct 2 to 3 minute message from John to the President. No music, no soundtrack.
Soundtrack: to be identified
Hear My Strategy
See my face and hear my voice. Hear my message, and hear my strategy once elected by you.
REPRESENTING ALL 8 WARDS OF WASHINGTON DC
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Our Ward Captains
Ward 1 Captain
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Ward 2 Captain
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Ward 3 Captain
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