Candidate for Iowa State Senate - District 12 in 2024 Iowa General Election.
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Get StartedI also believe we don’t have a workforce issue but rather a childcare issue. This sounds crazy, but I am living it. People literally can’t afford to work because childcare is so expensive. Learn more
I will be the first to stand in line to support and express gratitude for our educators. Rural schools are critical access points and provide resources beyond just education. Our kids cannot learn if they are hungry or food insecure, homeless or in transient housing, and don’t feel safe. Learn more
I will work to protect what public land we have, promote land conservation, and preserve hunting for in-state residents and future generations. Learn more
Iowa policy should be informed by real issues Iowans are experiencing. Iowa belongs to Iowans, that is who legislators should listen to. Learn more
Iowa ranks last in the number of OB/GYNs per capita, and over 30 maternity wards have closed since 2000. Iowa is also one of two states with an increasing infant mortality rate. We have a serious maternal and infant crisis on our hands and we need evidence-based solutions to fix it. Rural hospitals are critical access points and employers in rural communities, and they need more protection. Learn more
I understand that family building can be difficult and is deeply personal. I also know firsthand that childcare is a huge expense and can be difficult to secure. Families are the building blocks of our communities and state, and we need to ensure that we have strong and stable families. Learn more
We need to balance living wages with national economic stability and ensure that workers are safe and respected. Learn more
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