Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - Missouri 6th Congressional District in 2022 Missouri General Election.
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Get StartedBail reform- Bail should not be an impediment to a person getting out and continuing to earn toward their defense and take care of their family. Our objective should be corrective, not punitive. Learn more
Nothing short of the legalization of marijuana is my goal because there is no evidence that it is more harmful than alcohol. My opinion is simple, we are wasting too much money chasing something that is only harmful while it’s illegal as it tears apart communities. It is time to move on from this outdated polity because the revenue we can gain from legalization, regulation, and taxation could help us combat our debt problem. Learn more
Decriminalization/legalization of marijuana- With proper warnings, adults should have autonomy to do essentially as they please with regard to their recreational activities. Legalization/decriminalization will lead to additional revenue that can be used for treatment programs, mental health programs, and a fully funded public defender’s office. Learn more
The American family farm is struggling more than ever with restrictions on things that used to make them generally self-sufficient. Passage of a farmer’s bill of rights and the establishment of a public service commission on patents and trade will help return some autonomy that has sorely been missed. Learn more
As stated by the Department of Defense, our greatest enemy right now is climate change as is a matter of 100 years or less, with no action, we will have seaports underwater due to a rise in sea levels, we will see an increase in droughts and unfarmable land. We have a responsibility to be good stewards of the planet and as we see technology evolve to enable us to change, we need to change. Learn more
As technology improves, we need to make an active transition to renewable energy and improve our electrical grid. As we move away from fossil fuels to renewables, we need to ensure that we are not trading one form of pollution for another. Transition to renewable energy can be part of standard updates and maintenance of existing federal buildings and installations meaning a minimal impact on the budget. Learn more
I will not support any legislation that rescinds the right to bear arms but will support policies aimed at curbing gun violence and reducing suicides. Learn more
Expansion of access to mental health services- People suffering from mental health disorders do not belong in prison and proper assessment and access can get offenders the help they require without putting them in prison. Learn more
Medicare for all. Simply put, we have problems taking care of our service members when they leave service, and Medicare for all makes sure we cover those who have covered us. Learn more
Our rural communities have been left behind in our technology boon which has led to struggles for them to keep up with technology jobs that have overwhelmingly gone to our urban and suburban centers. We can revitalize our rural communities with the installation of reliable high-speed internet service allowing them to compete for those tech sector jobs. Learn more
Until we establish that commission, we must raise the minimum wage to at least $15 per hour as companies are experiencing record profits while worker productivity has never been higher while wages are generally flat. Learn more
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