Candidate for Ohio House of Representatives - District 84 in 2026 Ohio Primary Election.
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Get StartedDefend reproductive freedom and full access to abortion care, consistent with Ohio's constitutional protections (Issue 1, approved by voters in 2023), while opposing any attempts to impose new restrictions or undermine this hard-won right. Learn more
Support meaningful criminal justice reform to address disparities affecting minority communities, including equitable policing practices, reducing unnecessary incarceration, reforming bail systems to prioritize fairness over wealth, promoting alternatives to incarceration for non-violent offenses, and investing in reentry programs that help people rebuild their lives and reduce recidivism. Learn more
Increase school funding and teacher salaries to attract and retain the best educators, reduce class sizes, update facilities, and provide the resources our schools need—addressing chronic underfunding that hurts student outcomes and teacher morale. Learn more
Expand vocational and career-technical education programs in high schools to offer more hands-on training in in-demand fields like manufacturing, healthcare, IT, and trades—helping students earn certifications, apprenticeships, and high-paying jobs right out of high school while reducing the burden of expensive college debt. Learn more
Repeal the EdChoice voucher program (often called the "voucher scam") that diverts taxpayer dollars from public schools to private institutions with little oversight or accountability—redirecting those funds back to support our public education system and level the playing field for every Ohio student. Learn more
Protect special education services and oppose book bans, ensuring full funding and enforcement of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), inclusive classrooms for students with disabilities, and educators' freedom to teach accurate, diverse, and inclusive curriculum—without politically motivated restrictions on books, history, or topics related to race, gender, or LGBTQ experiences. Learn more
Restore full autonomy to the Ohio Board of Education so educators and experts—not political interference—can make decisions focused on what's best for students, curriculum, standards, and school improvement. Learn more
Expand solar and wind energy development to supplement fossil fuels, drive down long-term energy costs through clean renewables, and create good union jobs in construction, installation, and maintenance—partnering with skilled trades to bring sustainable, high-paying opportunities to Ohio communities. Learn more
Protect and expand access to mental health and substance use disorder treatment, including more funding for community behavioral health services, crisis intervention, and integration in primary care—addressing rising demands, reducing emergency room burdens, and ensuring timely care amid ongoing opioid and mental health challenges. Learn more
Support rural hospitals by advocating for stable funding, opposing harmful Medicaid cuts that threaten closures and access in underserved areas, and promoting investments in workforce recruitment and telehealth—keeping essential care close to home for rural Ohio families. Learn more
Create a loan-to-grant pipeline for Ohio nursing students by establishing or expanding state-funded loan programs that convert to full grants after graduates commit to working as nurses in Ohio for five years—removing financial barriers to entry, encouraging more people to pursue nursing careers, and helping retain skilled nurses in our communities to address the ongoing nursing shortage and improve patient care. . Learn more
Cap out-of-pocket insulin costs at 35 per month for all Ohioans, ensuring life-saving diabetes treatment remains affordable—opposing price gouging and supporting families who rely on insulin to manage this chronic condition without financial hardship. Learn more
Champion safe nurse staffing standards in hospitals (building on efforts like the Nurse Workforce and Safe Patient Care Act) to establish registered nurse-to-patient ratios, create nurse-led staffing committees, and improve working conditions—reducing burnout, enhancing patient safety, and addressing Ohio's nursing shortages for better hospital care statewide. Learn more
Increase funding and oversight for the Ohio Department of Aging to expand in-home care services, support direct care workers with better wages/training, strengthen nursing home quality monitoring and abuse prevention, and implement recommendations from recent task forces—helping seniors age with dignity at home while improving long-term care safety. Learn more
Expand high-speed broadband access throughout the 84th district by advocating for state and federal grants, public-private partnerships, and targeted infrastructure to connect unserved/underserved homes and businesses—bridging the digital divide, enabling remote work/education, and boosting local economic growth in our rural and semi-rural areas. Learn more
Strengthen unions and protect collective bargaining rights by opposing any legislation (like right-to-work proposals or bans on project labor agreements) that weakens workers' ability to organize, negotiate fair contracts, or secure better wages/benefits—ensuring Ohio remains a state where working people have a real voice. Learn more
Support a true living wage for all Ohio workers by building on the recent minimum wage increase to 11/hour (non-tipped) and advocating for phased raises toward 15/hour or tying it to cost-of-living/median wages—ensuring full-time work provides dignity, security, and the ability to support a family. Learn more
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