Currently holds the office of 1st Democratic State Central Committeeman until April 27, 2026.
Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - Illinois 1st Congressional District in 2020 Illinois General Election.
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Get StartedMy number one priority for our nation’s veterans includes ensuring they have adequate access to the health care they need and have earned. In the over 15 years of war, our nation has asked much of our Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, Airmen, and Coast Guardsmen. It is only fair, then, that we provide them access to the treatment they need to address the wounds — both physical and mental — that they have borne on our behalf. Too many of our veterans have been forced to self-medicate, which has led to unfortunate decisions and errors in judgement that harm them, their families, and their communities. Learn more
I support robust investment into the public education system, as well as programs and policies that can help close the achievement gap between white students and students of color. Learn more
Our education policy must also include, strong vocational and technical education that will give students employable skills, which will improve their career options and provide economic security. Additionally, in order to provide well-rounded schools that cater to the interests of all students, it is also imperative that we provide funding for the arts, music, languages, the humanities, and physical education. Learn more
Some of the policies that I strongly support include improved early reading skills and effective reading interventions for low-performing students, after-school and summer programs, rigorous college and career-ready curriculums for all students, and increased parent and community participation, especially in low-income schools. I continue to advocate for the resources and guidance needed to increase graduation rates, reduce dropout rates, and re-engage students who have already left school. Learn more
Now is not the time to defund and attempt to dismantle the EPA or repeal common sense laws that were enacted — with bipartisan support — to protect the American public, especially those most vulnerable communities. We need a sensible approach that promotes clean and renewable sources of energy, encourages investment in new energy technologies, and helps employ more Americans by making our country more energy efficient and independent. I am committed to fighting towards this goal and I vow to never let profit come before health as we shape our energy policy for the 21st century. Learn more
Research tells us that low-income communities and communities of color are disproportionately impacted by dirty air and water. Low-income communities are more likely to be located closer to coal-fired power plants and, therefore, are more likely to suffer from health issues resulting from dirty air and water. According to a 2002 Clean the Air report 68% of African-Americans live within 30 miles of a coal-fired power plant. Learn more
With the Trump Administration and House Republicans’ reckless attacks on the EPA, I am more determined than ever to fight any proposals that would defund the agency and repeal clean air and clean water laws that have been on the books for over 40 years. I believe in a balanced approach that promotes clean energy and efficiency, protects the environment, and provides for commonsense rules and regulations that allow industry to plan and prosper. Learn more
I firmly believe that proposals before the Congress to regulate the purchase of firearms do not infringe on the rights afforded by the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution. As the late Justice Scalia wrote in the Majority Opinion for District of Columbia v. Heller, “Nothing in our opinion should be taken to cast doubt on … laws imposing conditions and qualifications on the commercial sale of arms.” (District of Columbia v. Heller, 554 U.S. 570 (2008)). Learn more
Healthcare is such a critically important issue and I have heard from many of you who have shared your thoughts and concerns regarding the Affordable Care Act (ACA). While I agree the ACA needs improvement, depriving 24 million Americans of affordable healthcare is not the solution. As you may know, the ACA contains provisions intended to allow more Americans to access quality healthcare by increasing the primary care and public health workforce, promoting preventive services, and strengthening quality controls, among other things. Learn more
It is my firm belief that access to healthcare is not a privilege, but a right. Therefore, I am in strong opposition to attempts to deny Americans the healthcare coverage they deserve and will continue to fight any efforts to undermine their healthcare. Learn more
The Republican alternative has many deficiencies including eliminating coverage for preexisting conditions and undoing Medicaid expansion; which are just a sampling of what is vital to so many individuals in our district. Additionally, their cruel and reckless plan would rob too many Americans of the healthcare coverage they now have. Learn more
While we must address our government’s deficit spending it cannot be done on the backs of hardworking Americans who at this critical time need lower taxes, consumer protection, and the ability to obtain fair financing to keep their homes and grow small businesses. Learn more
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