Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - Illinois 12th Congressional District in 2018 Illinois 2018 Primary Election.
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Get StartedSupports access to contraception, education, STD screening, and a woman’s right to choose Learn more
Supports the Black Lives Matter movement, and will push to reform the way law enforcement interacts with people of color in our communities. Learn more
Opposes any legislation or executive order that discriminates against anyone of any sexual orientation, race, gender, or place of birth. Learn more
I believe the best way we can support our troops is by keeping them safe, equipping them well to defend the United States, and only utilizing their superior strength through military intervention when it is absolutely necessary and approved by Congress. Learn more
I will fight to make sure that Congressional approval is an absolute prerequisite for future U.S. military deployments overseas, and I will always fight to make sure it’s the very last alternative. Learn more
With our positioning in the Metro East, we have an opportunity not only to attract large corporations, but also to become a hub for start-ups in high tech enterprises. Learn more
Large corporations can make Southern Illinois their home base of operations. Miners and their families can receive new educational and professional tools to become the engine of this transformation. Learn more
Supports taking Climate Change advice from scientists, not lobbyists Learn more
Opposes the impending policy, supported by our current GOP congressman, of imminent domain for the purpose of privatized fracking. Learn more
Supports environmentally friendly business policies and formulating innovative solutions to protect the environment around us. Learn more
Supports the U.S. officially recognizing the first genocide of the 20th century, the Armenian Genocide. Learn more
Supports making sure that Congressional approval is an absolute prerequisite for future U.S. military deployments overseas Learn more
We must place the power in the hands of the people and get money out of politics. Our campaign is committed to this and will never take a single cent from PACs or special interests. Learn more
I will join other congresspersons to end Citizens United, and reform campaign finances. Learn more
I will hold our government accountable on your behalf. Be a part of the journey to retake Washington and restore professionalism and effective leadership in U.S. politics. Learn more
Safe storage requirements for all gun owners and stricter laws criminalizing unsafe storage and allowing access to firearms by minors. Learn more
Enhanced background checks that include mental health history or criminal history with a concentration on past domestic abuse. Learn more
An end to unregulated third-party purchasing or gifting of firearms. Learn more
A nationwide license and registration program. Comprehensive and mandatory training programs prior to being afforded the right to purchase or own a firearm. Learn more
Lastly, an end to the sale of assault style weapons and illegalization of expanded magazines for all firearms. Learn more
Supports the Affordable Care Act as an effective first step and will continue the fight to improve this landmark legislation, not repeal it. Learn more
I will fight for farmers, to ensure that their interest is a priority over big agriculture chemical firms and their lobbyists. Learn more
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