Candidate for Michigan State Senate - District 9 in 2026 Michigan Primary Election.
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Get StartedOur focus must remain on building safer, stronger communities by applying the law openly and justly, ensuring that it serves the people rather than instilling fear among them. By upholding these principles, we reaffirm that justice in our community is not carried out in the shadows, but in the light of day, with the participation and confidence of the people we serve. Learn more
I support increasing funding for mental health crisis response teams and non-police alternatives that can de-escalate emergencies. Our officers deserve modern training, clear accountability, and the resources they need to serve our communities safely. I will also support reforms to reduce recidivism, expand access to rehabilitation and reentry programs, and end the use of cash bail for nonviolent offenses. Learn more
When elected I will work tirelessly toward a system that places children before billionaires, communities before corporations, and fairness before greed. Only then can we build a society we can be proud of, rooted in dignity, opportunity, and justice for all. Learn more
I will also champion policies that attract clean energy and advanced manufacturing jobs to our region—jobs that pay well and can't be outsourced. Learn more
I will fight to fully fund public education and oppose efforts to privatize or defund our school systems. We must ensure our teachers are respected, well-paid, and supported with the resources they need to succeed. I support universal access to pre-K, expansion of after-school and enrichment programs, and tuition-free options at community colleges and skilled trades training centers to give every student a pathway to success. Learn more
Transitioning to clean energy and investing in renewable technologies will not only reduce our dependence on fossil fuels but also spur innovation and economic growth. A just transition ensures that workers and communities historically tied to carbon-heavy industries are supported with training, investment, and opportunities in the green economy. Learn more
Underground lines reduce outages by up to 80 percent in converted areas, carry a lifespan of 40 to 50 years compared to 15 to 25 years for overhead lines, and eliminate downed-line hazards entirely. The Aerial-to-Burial Program would require utilities to submit ten-year undergrounding plans to the Michigan Public Service Commission, with mandatory reliability benchmarks and enforceable accountability measures. Learn more
We also need to address the growing mental health crisis by increasing state funding for community-based mental health services, expanding school-based counseling, and reducing the stigma around getting help. Learn more
I will work to protect and expand the Healthy Michigan Plan (our Medicaid expansion) to ensure more working families can get the coverage they need. I support capping insulin and prescription drug costs and holding pharmaceutical companies accountable for price gouging. Learn more
I will fight to expand funding for affordable and workforce housing so that young families starting out and seniors on fixed incomes can continue living in the communities they helped build. I support incentives for mixed-use development and transit-accessible housing that reflect the needs of modern suburban residents. Learn more
I will push for increased state grants to help local governments invest in infrastructure and revitalize our neighborhoods with green, walkable, and sustainable design. Learn more
I support raising the minimum wage to a living wage and indexing it to inflation, so families are never left behind. I'll fight to protect the right to organize and collectively bargain, and I support strong labor laws that ensure safe working conditions. Learn more
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