Candidate for New York State Senate - District 51 in 2020 New York General Election.
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Get StartedTreating addiction as a crime will not solve the problem. We cannot jail our way out of this crisis. Furthermore, incarcerating drug offenders is the least effective, most expensive approach to address drug abuse and dependence. This is a public health issue that requires dealing with the underlying causes of addiction and making recovery services easily accessible and available. We know that when someone is ready to stop using, there is a short window to get them the help that they need. Let’s make sure that the necessary resources are available in the communities most impacted by this crisis. Learn more
Making smart investments that help existing businesses create jobs and support our rural economies like universal access to high-speed broadband, cell service and transportation. Learn more
Prioritizing incentives to helping our existing local businesses prosper while bringing more jobs to upstate New York. Learn more
Create a level playing field for NY businesses by fairly taxing Multinational Corporations operating in our state: An increase in the in-state corporate tax on large multinational companies can be used to provide a matching 40% decrease in state corporate tax for small NY businesses. Learn more
We also need a better, fairer system of funding public education. A system that shifts away from reliance on property taxes because a child’s zip code should not affect the quality of their education. And we need to make universal pre-K truly universal for every community in New York. Our rural children must not be left behind. Learn more
Ensuring a strong and fair public education system is one of the most basic functions that a government provides because a well educated public is a cornerstone of democracy and essential for a thriving community. As a former School Board member, I understand the struggle in rural communities to make sure our schools have the resources they need. Learn more
Investing in Pre-K and affordable quality daycare in our rural communities so parents can choose to return to the workplace and businesses can retain those valuable employees. Learn more
I support programs that provide local healthcare delivery including school-based health programs and investments in rural hospitals and health clinics, as well as ensuring that we have enough home healthcare workers to allow seniors to age at home. Learn more
We need a system that delivers comprehensive, affordable healthcare for everyone. And we deserve a healthcare system that focuses on serving individuals, not protecting the profits of insurance companies. We must fix this broken system, and reduce prescription drug prices, too. Learn more
Supporting investments in the infrastructure needed to strengthen and expand our local food systems. Learn more
As Senator, I will fight for a fairer tax system and against unfunded mandates that burden our local taxpayers and raise property taxes. Learn more
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