“I was surprised to discover Amazon made $33 million per hour during COVID in 2020, yet millions of Americans were losing jobs and going hungry. I’m a single mother and small business owner. I’m sure you’re as infuriated as I am that we pay taxes and corporations like Amazon doesn’t. My heart breaks when I think of all the suffering in our country. Child hunger and homelessness rates are extremely high. I will do everything I can to make sure everyone pays their fair share.”
Everyone wants and needs to feel safe in their home and community. Over 39,000 people die from gun violence every year-that’s over a 100 a day! We can do better. We need to talk about common-sense gun laws. We need to look at some of the key issues like the purchasing process, mental health screening, criminal background checks, black market guns, socio-economic inequality to name a few. We need to have common-sense solutions, that will save lives, that no one in Washington is addressing in a meaningful way.”
“We must address the climate crisis and protect our environment as they are directly related to our health, agriculture, and food supply. None of us want a Flint Michigan water crisis in Ohio or anywhere else in the country. Everyone deserves clean water. Our bodies are made of 50-70% water. Years ago, my uncle contracted polio from contaminated water. Our children should be able to safely play in water in our backyards. I know several people who lived in proximity to a power plant that died of cancer. Breathing clean air is just a human right as well. I will combat the climate crisis and take necessary steps to protect our environment to ensure we have clean air, energy, and water.”
Everyone wants and needs to feel safe in their home and community. Over 39,000 people die from gun violence every year-that’s over a 100 a day! We can do better. We need to talk about common-sense gun laws. We need to look at some of the key issues like the purchasing process, mental health screening, criminal background checks, black market guns, socio-economic inequality to name a few. We need to have common-sense solutions, that will save lives, that no one in Washington is addressing in a meaningful way.”
“I love and care for ALL people. Being biracial, I have been through a lot in my life, so I have an enormous amount of patience, empathy, and understanding for people. I’ve helped thousands of people transform their lives personally and professionally, so I am very aware of the most pressing issues facing Ohioans and how to resolve them. As a society, we’re only as strong as our weakest link. Unfortunately, we have too many weak links. We all do better when we all do better. We have a lot of work to do and I’m ready. I have many ideas that will improve the lives of all Americans and I can’t wait to put them in action.”
“I love and care for all people and especially our seniors. My parents are seniors. My mom has cancer and one of her medications is over $5,000 a month, that’s ridiculous. I was very close to my grandma. She lived in a senior home at the end of her life. Luckily, she was in a good and clean facility; however, I know not all facilities are as nice as the one she lived in. Our seniors deserve Medicare, Social Security, and affordable prescription drugs I will always fight to protect and improve the quality of life for our seniors.”
Everyone wants and needs to feel safe in their home and community. Over 39,000 people die from gun violence every year-that’s over a 100 a day! We can do better. We need to talk about common-sense gun laws. We need to look at some of the key issues like the purchasing process, mental health screening, criminal background checks, black market guns, socio-economic inequality to name a few. We need to have common-sense solutions, that will save lives, that no one in Washington is addressing in a meaningful way.”
“I support the 2nd Amendment. I grew up shooting guns with my cousins and my uncles, who are hunters. However, I also believe in common-sense safety measures. My aunt was killed via domestic violence. She was shot point blank with a 12 gauge shotgun. Her restraining order, a piece of paper, did not save her life. So, from my life experience, I see both sides of this heated debate.
Everyone wants and needs to feel safe in their home and community. Over 39,000 people die from gun violence every year-that’s over a 100 a day! We can do better. We need to talk about common-sense gun laws. We need to look at some of the key issues like the purchasing process, mental health screening, criminal background checks, black market guns, socio-economic inequality to name a few. We need to have common-sense solutions, that will save lives, that no one in Washington is addressing in a meaningful way.”
“People who wish to seek higher education should have the ability to do so, and not go in debt for decades well after they graduate. People in other countries can earn a masters degree for $1500. People in the US spend closer to $100,000. The average American cannot afford a 6 figure education. A college education needs to be more affordable to advance the US as a country to keep us a competitive world leader. We all do better when we all do better.”
“I have disabled family members and friends. Some of them are able to work and some of them are not able to work. I understand their dependency on family, community, and government assistance. None of them are disabled to fault of their own and none of them take pride in needing help. I believe, as a society, we must help those who cannot help themselves, it’s just the right thing to do. I will always fight to protect the quality of life for the disabled.”
“I know people who suffer from opioid addiction. Some people have struggled with addition their whole life. Others became addicts from pharmaceutical use. Some say the border crisis is to blame for the opioid crisis, but the truth is, addiction is the issue. I believe our best way to combat the opioid crisis is to help addicts heal. Rehab centers and foster care organizations are overwhelmed and overflowing. Addiction not only affects the addict, but also their family, friends, work, and community. We must combat addiction to truly solve the opioid crisis.”
“My ex-husband is a veteran and I have many friends and family members who are veterans. I’ve lived the military life. I know how heartbreaking it is to wonder if your loved one is dead or alive. I’m also well aware of the mental and physical health challenges our veterans struggle with, let alone the distance they have to travel to receive healthcare. I will be a strong advocate for our military members, their families, and especially our veterans.”
“I have friends who are police officers. I’m thankful for all who put their lives on the line every day to protect us. I also appreciate the sacrifice their family members make to support them. I know it’s not quite the same, but I know what it feels like to be the wife of someone who puts their life in danger in service to our country. Police officers are extraordinary people. I believe most of them are good, but they are people and we all know, not all people have good intentions, some are bad apples. Therefore, I believe we need to hold wrongdoers accountable. Like many Americans, watching the death of George Floyd shook me to my core. Being who I am, I decided to go through the Delaware Citizen’s Police Academy. I am now the President of the Delaware Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association. I learned a lot; including, close to 80% of police calls are not even police related, but they’re all we have, especially after hours. Police officers are our first responders. I see areas that are working well and areas that need improvement across the country. As a result, I devised a new bill that supports the police and citizens so everyone goes home safe. I believe we need to support law enforcement with people (social workers and mental health professionals), increase training, and the resources they need, so they can do their job effectively. I also volunteer to help our law enforcement.”