Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - Illinois 7th Congressional District in 2026 Illinois Primary Election.
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Get StartedI will fight to repeal the Hyde Amendment, which restricts federal funding for abortion services and disproportionately impacts low-income women, women of color, immigrants, and young people who rely on Medicaid. Learn more
Restore voting rights for formerly incarcerated people who have completed their sentences. Learn more
Exclusively study the legacy of U.S. Chattel slavery and its intergenerational effects on descendants. Learn more
Our office will create programs specifically designed to ensure that young people, communities of color, and historically underserved populations have access to information, services, and civic participation opportunities. Learn more
Legalize and deschedule marijuana, commuting or expunging federal convictions related to marijuana possession, while reducing incarceration and allowing states to regulate responsibly. Learn more
Reframe substance use as a public health issue, expanding access to drug courts, treatment, and support rather than incarceration. Learn more
Increase access to capital for local entrepreneurs, particularly women, Black, Latino, and immigrant-owned businesses, through programs like the Small Business Administration (SBA) Community Advantage Program and federal grant initiatives like the Build Back Better Small Business Investment Fund. Learn more
Support consistent data collection in early education, creating a framework to track and improve outcomes across early childhood providers. Learn more
Expand Head Start and Early Head Start across the 7th District, providing low-income families with access to quality early learning programs. Learn more
Increase funding for agencies studying climate change, including the EPA, NASA, NOAA, and the Department of the Interior. Learn more
Ensure congressional oversight of military assistance and accountability for how U.S. Resources are used abroad. Learn more
Withhold offensive weapons transfers until full compliance with U.S. And international law is verified. Learn more
End partisan gerrymandering by requiring independent redistricting commissions. Learn more
Ban assault weapons, bump stocks, and high-capacity magazines. Learn more
Establishing standardized obstetric care protocols. Learn more
I will fight for a universal, single-payer Medicare-for-all system, ensuring that all residents, including immigrants and undocumented individuals, have access to comprehensive, quality healthcare. This system will address disparities in access, reduce administrative waste, and contain long-term costs through increased bargaining power. While we work toward this vision, I will also focus on closing gaps in coverage within the existing healthcare system, making sure no one falls through the cracks. Learn more
Invest federal funding in creating diverse housing stock, putting more money in the pockets of renters earning under 100,000 who spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Learn more
Protect asylum seekers, including those fleeing domestic violence and gang persecution, ensuring their right to seek safety in the U.S. Learn more
Guarantee legal representation for migrant and unaccompanied children, ensuring fairness in immigration proceedings similar to protections in criminal court. Learn more
They deserve the peace of mind they have earned through a lifetime of work and contribution. That’s why I will protect and expand Social Security and Medicare, not cut them. I’ll oppose any effort to raise the retirement age or privatize these essential programs. Instead, I’ll support the Social Security 2100 Act (H.R. 4583), which strengthens the trust fund, expands benefits, and ensures every senior can retire with dignity. Learn more
Crack down on offshore tax havens and corporate shelters that allow the wealthiest individuals and large corporations to avoid paying taxes. Learn more
Eliminate tax loopholes for hedge funds, private equity, and carried interest, ensuring that income from investments is taxed at the same rate as wages. Learn more
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