Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - Illinois 8th Congressional District in 2020 Illinois Primary Election.
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Get StartedWe need to pay off that debt for our students and make sure that students don't get into that kind of debt at all. That's why I am a big proponent of developing a plan to provide high quality education that is accessible and affordable to all. Learn more
As Congressman of Illinois District 8 I would focus on supporting more renewable energy and green energy initiatives, support the introduction of bills that tax the oil and gas companies. Learn more
I believe climate change is real, and yes it’s a threat to humankind. Learn more
Global warming and climate change should be the catalyst to inspire innovations in energy and fuel delivery and design. I am a firm supporter of looking at this as an opportunity for us to expand to our greatest potential. Learn more
The Affordable Care Act needs to be shored up and provided immediately and is a good first step to getting us to healthcare for all. Once we have implemented this act to the fullest and are allowing greater numbers of people access to healthcare. Learn more
If elected, one of my first initiatives will be to work with Congress to create more budgetary spending in infrastructure enhancements. Learn more
Higher wages is absolutely necessary if we want people to get lifted out of poverty and is only fair when the cost of living is growing every day. We need to provide not just livable wages but wages that allow our residents and families to thrive. Why not bring our hourly minimum wage up $17 an hour?. Learn more
Next, better jobs come with the recruitment of companies, businesses and corporations that want to locate their businesses in our communities. Better infrastructure usually entices and provides incentive for businesses to locate their businesses within our cities. Learn more
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