Candidate for Minnesota House of Representatives - District 16A in 2020 Minnesota General Election.
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Get StartedI am in favor of increasing access to contraception. I believe funding organizations that provide critical care, such as Planned Parenthood, is important in preventing unplanned pregnancies. Learn more
Abolishing cash bail to reduce disparities within the criminal justice system and reduce state expenditure on incarcerations. Learn more
I am also in favor of supporting small farm operations and new entry into the industry. I believe it is important to empower family farm operations, especially those practicing conservation of water and soil. Learn more
For grades K-12, I am in favor of education reforms that better prepare students for the real world. Learn more
I believe in the importance of a quality education. I want to expand funding for higher education, including those for public state universities and trade and technical programs. Learn more
Creating a 2-Year Loan Forgiveness Program for College Students that stay in rural communities following graduation to improve rural workforce and populations. Learn more
Implementing carbon pricing to reduce CO2 emissions and protect the environment. Learn more
Expanding Red Flag laws to include comprehensive background checks to protect against public and school shootings. Learn more
Removing discrimination based on pre-existing conditions within privatized insurance. Learn more
I also believe that life-saving medications and prescription drugs should be affordable. Learn more
Lowering prescription drug costs to ensure affordable of medication for consumers. Learn more
Requiring itemized medical billing from healthcare institutions that reduces surprise billing. Learn more
I believe healthcare is a human right. I am in favor of regulating privatized healthcare including big pharma and insurance companies. Learn more
Creating affordable loan options for first-time home buyers to improve economic outlook. Learn more
I believe in long-term infrastructure solutions to help small towns flourish and stay safe. I am in favor of expanding telecommunications systems in Greater Minnesota by expanding investment in rural broadband across the region. Learn more
I am also in favor of increasing investments into the road systems of Minnesota, including expansion of highways. Repairing roadways in our communities routinely protects against costly wear and tear on our vehicles and expanding from two to four-lanes lowers traffic congestion and fuel waste. Learn more
I am also passionate about keeping our water clean. I know the current water systems in rural Minnesota are reaching the end of their usable life. I am in favor of making investments to update these systems to protect our water supply and improve water quality. I also feel strongly about maintaining sewer and irrigation systems to alleviate the standing water around our homes and businesses in spring that cause flooding and mosquito issues. Learn more
I believe in investing into alternatives for winter road maintenance is a necessity. I am in favor of alternatives to traditional road salt that are costly for road and vehicle upkeep. Learn more
Reducing property taxes on farmland within school districts to support farmers. Learn more
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