Currently holds the office of Evanston City Mayor until April 1, 2029.
Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - Illinois 9th Congressional District in 2026 Illinois General Election.
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Get StartedI’ll work to support and expand job training programs for our veterans, as well as programs that help veterans use the training they’ve already received in the military to more easily qualify for relevant professional licenses for high-paying jobs in plumbing, electrical, aviation and other fields. Learn more
I’ll also work to fully fund and expand existing programs that work to address the epidemic of homelessness among our veterans. And I’ll fight to reverse the Trump administration’s disgusting move to end mortgage relief for veterans. Learn more
In Congress, I’ll work to ensure our VA programs, including VA hospitals, are adequately staffed by a qualified, well-trained, and fairly compensated workforce. Learn more
I’ll work to pass the End Hedge Fund Control of American Homes Act to put a stop to this predatory practice. Learn more
We need to crack down on corporate vultures and pass the Stop Wall Street Looting Act to make sure private equity firms can’t leave workers high and dry. Learn more
I’ll work to stop these cuts and ensure that the federal Department of Education is adequately funded and staffed. Learn more
Charter schools need to be held to the same standards as traditional public schools — and must allow their teachers to unionize and bargain collectively. Learn more
I’ll work to increase federal investments into public schools districts — and to encourage states to adopt more equitable school funding formulas. We can close gaps even further by increasing federal support for Title I schools. I also support renewed federal investment to rebuild and refurbish aging public schools. Learn more
In Congress, I’ll support legislation to guarantee that all of our students have access to music and art classes. Learn more
In Congress, I’ll work to pass investments that ensure that every child has access to mental health counseling at their schools. Learn more
Any federal action on climate change must prioritize and invest in the neighborhoods and communities most affected by pollution and most at risk from climate change, especially minority and low-income communities. Learn more
Enacting a Polluter Pays Climate Superfund: The largest corporate carbon emitters should contribute to a national fund to finance disaster recovery, climate adaptation, and renewable energy. Learn more
We need legislation to fully empower states, tribes, and local governments to sue major polluters for damages to health, land, and infrastructure. And Congress needs to get to work to reverse the cuts Trump and Elon Musk made to the EPA, and to restore the EPA’s authority to regulate carbon emissions. Learn more
We need to invest in habitat restoration and conservation and push back against efforts to weaken protections for public lands, waterways, and endangered species in the name of corporate profit. Learn more
Repealing Fossil Fuel Subsidies: Each year, fossil fuel already gets hundreds of millions in federal subsidies. Trump’s new budget makes the problem even worse, providing tens of millions in new subsidies for coal, oil, and gas. We need to level the playing field for renewable energy and end these subsidies. Learn more
Reward pro-housing zoning policies (like legalizing apartments near transit and lowering parking minimums) as a condition of receiving federal transportation grants. Learn more
If we want to lower housing costs, we need to build more homes. The federal government can and should work to remove barriers to building, incentivize construction, and bring down the cost of buying and owning a home. Learn more
Expand rental assistance and provide down-payment support for families shut out of homeownership. Learn more
Dramatically increase federal investment in building and preserving affordable housing through the Housing Trust Fund and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. Learn more
I’ll fight to rein in Big Tech and support legislation that safeguards mental health, protects children, and strengthens our democracy. Learn more
No more tax breaks for multinational corporations that outsource jobs and exploit workers. Learn more
We need to make sure giant corporations pay their fair share. Learn more
Protecting Public Sector Unions: I’ll fight back against attacks on federal employees, teachers, nurses, and other public servants by defending their right to collectively bargain. Learn more
Boosting the Child Care Workforce: Invest in higher wages, training, and benefits for early childhood educators to improve quality and expand capacity. Learn more
Building a Public Child Care System: Create a nationwide network of high-quality, affordable child care centers — especially in underserved areas. Learn more
Capping Child Care Costs: Child care shouldn’t break the bank. I’ll fight for legislation to make sure no family spends more than 7% of their income on child care. Learn more
Expanding Sectoral Bargaining and Worker Representation: Promote policies that allow entire industries — not just individual workplaces — to set fair labor standards. And workers should have representation on corporate boards of large companies, giving them a say along with shareholders. Learn more
Raising the Federal Minimum Wage: 7.25 an hour is an insult to American workers. The federal minimum wage should be raised to 17 an hour and indexed to inflation. Learn more
Banning Captive Audience Meetings: End the practice of forcing workers to attend anti-union propaganda sessions and captive audience meetings. Illinois has banned these meetings, and Congress should act too. Learn more
Passing the PRO Act: This landmark bill would make it easier for workers to form unions, ban employer interference, and hold lawbreaking companies accountable with real penalties. Learn more
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