Sponsored by AARPAs the upcoming election for Brooklyn’s District 47 heats up, city council candidates share their thoughts on aging in New York. In this article, Brooklyn Paper sat down with candidates, George Sarantopoulos and Kayla Santosuosso, to hear how they would serve the older residents of District 47. How will you strengthen protections and response services for victims of elder abuse, and promote awareness and prevention efforts? Sarantopoulos: I have heard personal stories of elder abuse in our community and as a councilman will work to make their voices heard. Santosuosso: Elder abuse and neglect is a horrible crime that needs to be treated with the utmost seriousness.