An Alderman serving in the Chicago City Council, Silverstein is one of just two female Orthodox Jewish women in the United States to hold public office.

Her community includes more than 10,000 Orthodox Jewish households within one of the largest Jewish communities outside of New York. Additionally, the 50th Ward is among the ation’s most diverse neighborhoods with a large population of new immigrants, including people from Europe, Central & South America, West Africa, the Middle East and Asia.

The 50th Ward, which includes much of the 24th Police District, has been disproportionately impacted by hate crimes. As Alderman, Silverstein serves as the point of contact and constituent service provider for nearly 60,000 residents, local community organizations,
City agencies and law enforcement. She is an advocate for advancing laws to fight hate and funding to support efforts to fight hate crimes and hate incidents.