Candidate for Georgia House of Representatives - District 97 in 2020 Georgia General Election.
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Get StartedI will advocate for legislation that helps secure our elections, expands early and absentee voting, streamlines voter registration, ends voter disenfranchisement, and fully funds our elections so the voting experience is more uniform across all precincts in our state, and all Georgians can make their voice heard at the ballot box. Learn more
Prohibiting those convicted of domestic violence, dating violence and stalking as well as abusers subject to ex parte and permanent protective orders from possessing firearms. Requiring law enforcement to temporarily confiscate firearms at the scene of a domestic violence incident Extending the term of protective orders so that they fall in line with the realities of domestic violence. Increasing the support available for women and their families to leave their abusive partner. Learn more
As your next State Representative I am committed to creating a level playing field for our small businesses. For too long our state has prioritized out of state corporations, and large businesses, at the expense of our frontline job creators, we need to adjust our priorities to recognize that the true engine of our economy is small businesses, and foster an entrepreneurial spirit that supports those who are pursuing their dreams of owning and operating their own business. Learn more
I support restoring a fully funded HOPE Scholarship program as a tool that Georgians can use to acquire higher education and technical training. Learn more
I am committed to addressing our state’s maternal mortality crisis, and the fact that many pregnant women and their families do not have access to comprehensive medical care. From our children to our seniors, we need healthcare solutions that expand coverage, ensure access and reduce costs to an affordable level for everyone. Learn more
I will work with local leaders to craft a comprehensive transportation solution that includes public light rail, and bus service, investment in improving traffic flows and the quality of roads, and bike/walk trails. Learn more
One of my top priorities as a State Legislator will be to alleviate the burden of high childcare costs on families with children, and provide more support for those who work in early childhood education, childcare, and our educators. Learn more
This family first agenda also extends to my support for paid family and maternity leave for workers, tax policies that put the working and middle class first, and my support for the rights of labor unions to organize, and a living wage. Learn more
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