Candidate for Tennessee State Senate - District 19 in 2022 Tennessee Primary Election.
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Get StartedAs a state senator, I will incentivize the diversion of waste from landfills, hold repeat polluters accountable, protect our land and waterways, and focus on creating sustainable jobs in the climate sector. Learn more
I believe in a ban on political contributions from lobbyists and for-profit corporations and redistricting reform. Learn more
I believe every Tennessean should have access to affordable healthcare. I understand how unexpected medical bills can destroy a family’s finances in an instant. In the legislature, I will support efforts to rein in healthcare costs and develop protections for patients facing staggering medical debt. Learn more
The ability to live safely and affordably near our state’s capital is paramount. Housing is the lowest rung in the ladder for a thriving society. Stable housing is a building block for better mental and physical health and higher educational achievement for both children and adults. Consequently, it is imperative that the state of Tennessee focus on expanding affordable housing, reducing the challenges to obtaining housing, protecting those who rent and responsible landlords, while also investing in our services for the unhoused throughout the state. Learn more
Using the $630M in the infrastructure bill marked for TN to improve public transit including not only the WeGo Star, but also public buses and an initiative to see what small steps we can take to reduce the number of cars on the road. Learn more
If elected, I will fight for competitive teacher salaries to attract and retain highly skilled teachers, better loan options for those hoping to become teachers, and for Tennessee to meet the highest standards when it comes to educating our growing population. Learn more
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