It’s not enough for candidates and politicians to care about the issues – we need real, actionable plans. That includes a willingness to work for bipartisan solutions, promote transparency and civility in public discourse, and build consensus among all constituencies. However, that willingness to reach across the aisle ends when party politics or actions cross the line, and I’ll never be afraid to stand up for my constituents.

Protect 401(k) and other retirement savings programs, Social Security, and Medicare. Protect Medicaid, SNAP, and other social safety nets for children, disabled individuals, and people living in poverty. Reduce the federal deficit and balance the budget. Reduce inflation, interest rates, the cost of healthcare, housing and the costs of everyday living. Foster stable economic growth and reduce economic uncertainty. Address wealth inequality through public education and workforce training. Expand the child tax credit. Support paid family leave and childcare subsidies. Pursue targeted, well-informed spending cuts rather than impulsive, sweeping reductions. Simplify the tax code.

Support access to affordable, quality public schools at all levels from pre-school through college and workforce training.

Lower prescription drug costs by negotiating costs without stifling innovation. Protect Medicaid from needless cuts that hurt Americans. Protect reproductive healthcare access and contraception. Meet our commitment to provide our veterans with quality healthcare.

Create first-time homebuyer and renter tax credits Develop public-private partnerships to expand the housing supply Increase funding for housing vouchers and public housing Support zoning reform incentives for local governments to increase the supply of affordable housing Increase investment in housing and tenant protections

Investing in rural broadband and high-speed internet. Update Virginia’s aging transportation system. Repair roads and bridges. Expand public transportation and rail travel. Making investments in electric vehicle charging stations.

Strengthen regulations to protect the environment and our natural resources for all to enjoy. Champion market-based clean energy solutions. Support renewable energy and expand clean energy tax credits. Invest in green energy infrastructure.

Develop bipartisan frameworks for AI safety, transparency and privacy protections. Provide workforce transition support for jobs impacted by AI automation.

Support campaign finance reform. Ban members of Congress from using inside information to trade stocks. Oppose corruption. Protect voting rights and access. Protect the rights afforded by the Constitution. Oppose attacks on our democracy.