COMMON SENSE LEADERSHIP

I went into politics for one reason: to make life better for people. Too many of our government’s recent discussions are on culture wars that divide and distract instead of help. I believe elected officials’ time and energy should go toward improving lives for everyone, not attacking others, infighting, or constantly campaigning. 

When I get to Columbia, I will jump in ready to fight to:

Make Life More Affordable

Improve affordability of and access to essential needs:

• Expand access to high-quality childcare
• Encourage the development of more workforce/attainable housing
• Expand Medicaid 

IMPROVE EDUCATION

Support schools, teachers and students from birth through higher ed

• Increase support systems for struggling students
• End vouchers that line wealthy folks' pockets, and return money and accountability to public education tax dollars
• Increase play, decrease testing, expand reading instruction

FIX Local Roads & BRIDGES

Improve the process of road and bridge funding and road work:

• Simplify funding streams for infrastructure projects
• Shift ownership of roads — along with funding — to counties and cities so that repair decisions can be made locally

BE PRODUCTIVE

Politicians should productive, not performative. Stop government overreach and focus more on solutions.

• Government should not be a part of medical decisions
• Consult and trust experts, including doctors, librarians, teachers and parents
• Defend the First Amendment in all circumstances

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