Currently holds the office of Michigan State Senate - District 11 until January 1, 2027.
Candidate for Michigan State Senate - District 11 in 2026 Michigan Primary Election.
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Get StartedI am alarmed by proposals to enact laws that could disenfranchise voters. I believe our communities are stronger when more people participate in government and I look forward to continuing the fight to expand and protect voting access. Learn more
Michigan is bleeding firefighters and police officers to other states. I am proud to have sponsored legislation to support public safety retention. Safety is the bedrock of community and that means supporting our first responders. Learn more
We’ve seen it again and again – Lansing cuts funding for schools, those schools cut services, their students leave, and the cycle repeats. Enough is enough. Our kids deserve better, and we can get there by funding schools and retaining qualified employees. Learn more
The average annual cost of infant childcare in Michigan is over 10,000, almost the cost of in-state college tuition. When working parents can’t afford childcare, families and communities suffer. As your State Senator, I will prioritize early childhood education and childcare for Michigan’s working families. Learn more
Combined sewage overflow (CSO) into Lake St. Clair has repeatedly resulted in E. Coli contamination of our local beaches. As your State Senator I will draw on my experience on the 8 ½ Mile Drain Board to find innovative solutions for CSOs and make our beaches and waters safe again. Learn more
In my first term in the State Senate, I have been able to secure much needed funding for infrastructure in every community that I represent. Bringing your tax dollars back home to improve our communities is a top priority for me. Learn more
Since I first ran for elected office over 25 years ago, I’ve been fighting against corruption that deprives kids and communities of resources they need. As your State Senator, I will continue to prioritize responsible spending of your tax dollars. Learn more
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