BUILDING A BETTER FUTURE FOR ALL MINNESOTANS
Environment
Environmental issues are of deep concern to me. I promise to continue work to:
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Protect our state's natural resources and environment
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Protect the many different animals and species that call Minnesota home through modifications to trapping and snaring laws
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Ensure the quality of our water supply and protect against pollution
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Expanding the use of renewable energy
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Protect the environment from the harmful effects of lead
Housing
Having worked with youth experiencing homelessness for over 17 years, I understand the value of stable, quality housing. As State Representative, I promise to promote:
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Affordable housing opportunities for all Minnesotans
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High-Quality low-income housing
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Assisting those who are housing insecure
Healthcare
A fair healthcare system is something that affects everyone in the state. I firmly support:
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Lowering drug prices to ensure everyone has access to the medicines they need
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Expanding access to mental health services and working to destigmatize mental health issues
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Continuing to ensure all healthcare workers are earning a living wage
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Development of a new MinnesotaCare option
Community Safety and Affairs
Improving everyday life for those in our community is a driving force behind every action I take at the Capitol. In working towards that goal, I support:
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The expansion of public transportation and the construction of a new rush line corridor
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A well maintained, robust state infrastructure
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Expansion of community recreation spaces such as bike trails
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Policing reforms that work to keep everyone in our community protected and safe
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Gun Violence prevention measures Mandatory reporting of lost & Stolen Firearms & Safe Storage
Good Government
The government needs to work for all people. This means that it must be fair, transparent, and accessible to the public. I will fight for:
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Fair redistricting to ensure fair representation in the legislature
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Promoting absentee and early voting to increase the ability for citizens to make their voice heard without having to stand in line on election day
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Promoting government accountability to those we serve
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Campaign finance reform to ensure fair elections
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The Local Voices, Local Choices Act allows all cities, counties, and school districts, which all hold nonpartisan elections, to adopt RCV if they wish.
Education
Giving our children a head start on life with a quality education is an incredibly important mission. I support:
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A well-funded public school system that prepares our youth for the future
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A broad-based curriculum to ensure a well-rounded education for our students
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The expansion of Pre-K programs so that every child can start off strong
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The promotion of affordable higher education and support of our state's community colleges and trade programs
Economic Issues
Minnesota has a strong economy that needs to continue to grow and work for everyone. I support:
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Working to help small businesses grow and thrive in our local economy
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Expansion of job training programs to create a well-trained workforce
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Eliminating the Sub-minimum wage
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Ensure all workers make a living wage
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The right of workers to organize and bargain collectively
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Cutting government red tape and streamlining government operations in ways that are responsible and make sense