Author: Kirk Clay Sr.
Kirk Clay Sr. is a Senior Advisor, Analyst and Strategist. Currently, he leads many efforts. He is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of Capitol View Advisors. This includes publicly representing the collaborative, overseeing acquisition and guiding the overall program implementation with institutional and individual contributors.
Before that, Kirk Clay served as a Senior Advisor to PowerPAC+ where he built and led management systems, structures, and measures for the “start-up” business. Recently, he led an independent expenditure to elect U.S. Senator Cory Booker. Also, he served as the national field director during the 2008 primary season where he raised $10 million and led an effort that mobilized more than 500,000 voters in ten states.
Between 2008 and 2011, Mr. Clay was the National Civic Engagement Director for the NAACP where he was responsible for developing and implementing political research, advocacy and training agenda. Under his leadership, the NAACP executed three 4.0 style voter mobilization campaigns and a national census effort to increase civic participation rates in 2008, 2009, and 2010.
Mr. Clay’s background includes serving as the Treasurer for the PTA, Director of Outreach for Common Cause, Deputy Director for the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, Deputy Field Director for People For the American Way, Vice Chair of the Census Information Center Steering Committee, Lead Trainer / Administrator for Democratic National Committee, White House Intern and Senior Advisor.
He lives in Washington, DC with his wife and three children. His hobbies include traveling, cooking, and listening to jazz. He is a popular political blogger and is active on twitter @kirkclay and Blog: kirkclay.com capitolviewadvisors.com
No one should fear losing their home due to rising prices. Yet, for so many, that fear is a daily reality. We can—and we must—do better. We need policies that keep families in their homes and neighborhoods. Let’s protect our communities and ensure everyone has a fair shot at a place to call home. ✊ #HousingForAll #CommunityStrong #KeepFamiliesTogether #Freedom #RealRealty #BeThe1st #Debate2024 #Election2024 #VRA
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The fear of losing your home isn’t just about bricks and mortar—it’s about losing your community, your history, your future. We must tackle housing affordability head-on to ensure that families aren’t priced out of the neighborhoods they’ve called home for generations. The time to act is now. ️ #AffordableHousing #WeBelongHere #ResolveToGetInvolved #Freedom #RealRealty #BeThe1st #Election
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A home isn’t just four walls. It’s where we build our future, our community, our sense of belonging.”But too many families are facing the reality of being priced out of the neighborhoods they helped build. We can’t stand by while communities are torn apart by skyrocketing costs. Let’s work together to make sure everyone has a place to call home—where they can thrive, not just survive. ✊ #HousingJustice #KeepOurCommunities #Freedom #RealRealty #BeThe1st
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Last Chance: Addressing the Housing Crisis and Empowering African American Homeownership #Freedom #BeThe1st #RealRealty
Let’s talk about a challenge that’s weighing on the minds of millions of Americans—housing. Now, for far too many people, especially African Americans, the dream of owning a home feels more and more like it’s slipping out of reach. We’ve seen home prices soar, mortgage rates rise, and the supply of affordable homes dwindle. But the truth is, this crisis runs deeper than just numbers on a page. It’s about fairness, opportunity, and ensuring that everyone in this country has a shot at building a secure future.
Today, the homeownership rate for African Americans stands at just 45.3%, compared to 74.5% for white Americans. That’s not just a statistic—it’s a reflection of decades of discrimination, from redlining to biased lending practices. And it’s holding back millions of families from building wealth, passing it down to their children, and having a stake in the American Dream.
We’ve been here before. After World War II, the federal government stepped in to help millions of Americans buy homes and build wealth. But too often, African Americans were left on the sidelines. Today, the barriers are different, but the impact is the same. Tight zoning laws, outdated policies, and a lack of affordable housing options are making it harder for African American families to buy homes. It’s time to change that.
We need to cut through the red tape and work with developers to build more affordable homes in all communities, especially those that have been historically excluded. Expanding the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit is a step in the right direction, but we need to go further. The federal government must partner with local governments to create housing opportunities that work for everyone.
In places like Chattanooga, Tennessee, we’re seeing innovative solutions—shrinking lot sizes, encouraging more density, and setting up revolving loan funds to help families buy homes. These local efforts are promising, but they need national support to make a real difference. And as we tackle this crisis, we can’t ignore the role of institutional investors. Too many corporate buyers are snapping up homes, driving up prices, and making it even harder for first-time buyers—especially African Americans—to get a foot in the door.
But this isn’t just about housing prices or policies—it’s about people. It’s about young African Americans who are putting off buying homes, delaying major life milestones, and missing out on opportunities to build wealth. It’s about families who want to invest in their future but are being priced out of the market. The housing crisis is holding back the growth of the Black middle class and weakening our communities.
We can’t afford to let this continue. We need bold action at every level—federal, state, and local—to create the conditions for more affordable housing. That means working with developers, tearing down the barriers that slow down construction, and giving African American families the support they need to buy homes and build a future. Because this isn’t just about housing—it’s about creating a fairer, stronger America where everyone, no matter where they come from, has a shot at the American Dream.
So, let’s get to work. Together, we can build a future where homeownership is within reach for every American, and where African Americans have the same opportunities to build wealth, invest in their communities, and fully participate in our democracy. That’s the future we should all be fighting for. #Freedom #BeThe1st #RealRealty
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Kirk Clay leads Capitol View Advisors with a vision rooted deeply in our shared values, channeling our collective creativity and strategic insight to bridge communities with the essential information and resources they need to elevate and achieve their dreams.
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