Candidate for Washington Governor in 2024 Washington Primary Election.
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Get StartedDisrupt practices that threaten our state’s peace and security and cultivate a safer, more prosperous environment where every Washingtonian can thrive. Align all future decision-making solutions in public as acceptable administration, technically workable, administratively, and economically feasible, in accord with the proud American traditions and norms that are within basic philosophy and values, and morally, ethically, and legally defensible. Learn more
Uphold public acceptability and establish justice for all. Advance and implement a comprehensive preventative framework for orderly protest processes and procedures to eliminate civil disorder. Safeguard Washington State’s sovereignty: Raise awareness about the implications behind active demands to reform or efforts to dismantle an existing government system prior to proposing a feasible plan or establishing a new safety department. Learn more
Simplify and bridge understanding of criminal justice theories within the Positive School of Criminology and the Chicago School of Criminology. Advance feasible solutions to existing issues based on comprehensive research and counsel. Promote policy development that aligns with historical resolutions and agreements. Learn more
Sign an executive order guaranteeing basic human needs, such as secure housing, nutritious food, clean water, adequate rest, and comfort throughout all seasons. Propose people-centered measures that address the very core of human existence - the fundamental needs of our citizens for shelter, food, water, warmth, and rest. Learn more
Justice System Progress: Simplify the criminal justice system's complexity, create an environment for joint progress Bridge the knowledge gap/disparities between African Americans and American economic norms that prompt proud traditions that have led to historical administrative resolutions. Close the knowledge gap between social justice and active denial of social responsibility. Learn more
Promote and pass legislation criteria for free tuition assistance for first responders and their family members. Develop a funding plan for a straightforward police agenda, agree to invest in new technologies to engage the public, handle threats, and promote vigilance and resilience. Learn more
Advance an initiative to launch a direct democracy voting portal to empower our state and, most importantly, our women. Promote and guarantee women's rights over their bodies. Foster collaboration and communication among justice agencies and stakeholders. Learn more
Create a court diversion job program for minor, nonviolent offenses to lessen mass incarceration and support rehabilitation and reintegration programs for individuals reentering society. Learn more
Modernize our education system with the modern world; attract investors and grants to ensure high school graduates walk across the stage with a skill certificate and diploma—they must be workforce-ready! Grant General Education Diploma (GED) programs and pay Washingtonians while they study for their GED. Learn more
Work towards reducing education costs, improving access to higher education, and providing sustainable employment opportunities. Learn more
Empower the Washington State School Retiree Association to develop a standardized curriculum for early childhood socialization. Learn more
Support the Washington Education Association and Washington State School Retirees Association and allocate funding for action-based research programs centered on agile-driven methodology. Ensure schools are collaboratively designed and built as community elements, aligning with infrastructure goals and the 2050 initiative. Learn more
Promote early childhood socialization legislation for a comprehensive curriculum of cognitive development and physical, mental, and social well-being. Learn more
Advocate the early childhood socialization program, bolster the workforce of qualified child development professionals, and foster a positive learning environment. Learn more
Support initiatives that close school district funding gaps, lower the cost of higher education, and expand partnerships to streamline accreditation. Learn more
Ensure that all children aged 3-8 can access unequivocal and high-principled early childhood socialization. Incorporate the whole community concept, international students, and asylum seekers into the program, breaking the barrier wall down on stereotypes and biases at an early age. Learn more
Fund vocational training programs and apprenticeships aligned with the presidential Agenda 2050 initiative to serve high school students and graduates, the elderly, veterans, and the disabled community, including international students and asylum seekers. Learn more
Make available funding to boost the number of mental health professionals, broaden the accessibility of mental health and addiction treatment services, and decrease wait times. Initiatives that address the rising costs of prescription drugs will ensure access to essential, life-saving prescriptions and medications. Attract investors and make regular dental check-ups and treatments more accessible to all Washingtonians. Learn more
Guide healthcare initiatives to combat burnout, toxic environments, and staff turnover. Increasing awareness of hiring and training new personnel often doubles the workload of our healthcare professionals. Streamline these processes and reduce hardships. Learn more
Expand telemedicine and Telehealth. Guarantee work-life balance principles for healthcare professionals, leading to high-quality patient care. Ensure qualified people are placed in the right roles to retain the best physicians and nurses. Learn more
Increase public awareness about healthcare by providing a comprehensive picture, including the potential personal and family challenges healthcare professionals face. Implement programs and extend coverage that promotes preventive healthcare measures, such as regular check-ups and screenings. Lower deductible costs for working families and expand access to affordable, quality healthcare services. Learn more
Advance initiatives and agreements for the healthcare field that align with a professional development model centered on retention, professional growth, hospital preparedness, and work-life balance. Advance Health Care Preparedness with state and local officials and with the public. Learn more
Advance initiatives that guard against healthcare discrimination. Increase public awareness of Taylorism and eliminate its philosophy from our healthcare system. Work with the Washington State Health Care Board, healthcare executive managers, union representatives, nurses, patients, and to ensure a people-centric approach to healthcare. Learn more
Increase access to mental health and substance abuse treatment services. Improve mental health services, education, and support across the state and the Armed Forces. Pass legislation and bring in retail pharmacy investors. Implement the option for readily available, accessible, and deliverable life-saving and common prescription programs. Learn more
Attract investors and banking institutions. Advance failsafe initiatives that lawfully guard and streamline processes and procedures. Learn more
"Securing Success to 65 and Beyond - Your Prosperity, Our Promise!" Implement financial assistance and property tax cuts for individuals drawing Social Security. Upgrade our public services to guard our elderly against financial savages and scammers; ensure they have technology assistance and expert services when needing to establish life insurance and wills. Learn more
Simplify and make public the reasons why we are unable to solve simple problems, which are deeply rooted in George Grinnell and Madison Grant’s conservation and preservationist philosophy driving science within American housing programs. Learn more
Provide emergency grants and financial assistance programs for move-in costs (security deposit, first/last months' rent) and rent owed for households that meet the following eligibility criteria. Learn more
Modernize state home and apartment building codes, regulations, and guidelines and pass laws to shield against unnecessary burdens and overreach. Learn more
Make a budget for financial assistance programs available to support families who wish to transfer homeownership to their children. Learn more
Allocate funds for homeownership and Washington deed transfer educational programs to empower citizens and promote economic stability. Learn more
Ensure basic human needs are legally protected by law: quality housing, healthy food, safe drinking water, and warmth/comfort in the winter, spring, summer, and fall. Learn more
Authorize funding for modern engineering design research for innovative public housing and new residential zones. Learn more
Update laws and regulations pertaining to seizure, liens, and confiscatory actions on property. These actions should only be done in the context of criminal law, never during inflation, housing crises, or hardships. Draft a bill that addresses these concerns, ensuring transparency to undue hardship and deterring a dark era for innocent people experiencing financial injury. Learn more
Secure funding for grants, low-interest loans, or tax incentives to help families cover property tax costs and transfer property ownership. Learn more
Enhance efficiency and streamline the residential building permitting process to minimize obstacles and attract homebuilder investors. Learn more
Promote a proposal to enhance traffic management projects and improve traffic flow during heavy morning and evening commute hours. Make funding available for research that leads to evidence-based policymaking: Reduce pedestrian fatalities and injuries, and automobile accidents and related deaths. Learn more
Propose a bipartisan bill to construct running/walking routes in rural/countryside locations. Propose a bipartisan bill centered on fabrication technology for producing supplies from recycled materials. Propose a bipartisan bill to build an emission-free wheelchair-accessible underground daily commuting route for walkers, cyclists, electric bikes, and scooters. Learn more
Modernize transportation safety and enhance public transportation quality and accessibility. Bolster infrastructure resilience against potential threats and hazards. Learn more
Support initiatives that revolutionize public transportation, alleviate traffic congestion, and enhance community appeal and safety. Attract investors and activate a well-trained workforce. Propose a bipartisan bill for underground high-speed rail—no more airports. Learn more
Competition and Consumer Benefits: Foster fair competition to encourage innovation, enhance product quality, and lower consumer costs, creating an environment where businesses can thrive and contribute to economic growth. Overall Well-being: Advance initiatives that promote work-life balance, mental health support, and employee well-being, creating a positive and inclusive work environment that values individuals' overall well-being. Learn more
Launch initiatives to develop a skilled workforce that guarantees job placement to meet industry needs. Learn more
Support for Entrepreneurs: Attract investors and expand the budget for a comprehensive administrative support program for aspiring entrepreneurs, including mentorship programs, business development resources, and networking opportunities. I will also simplify the business startup and operation processes. Learn more
Encourage and fund retired teachers to rejoin the workforce while receiving their retirement benefits. Learn more
Remove barriers to job training and placement and entry-level positions, especially in sectors impacted by economic growth. Strengthen partnerships between educational institutions and industries to ensure alignment between workforce skills and job opportunities. Eliminate barriers to employment and entrepreneurship and create good-paying jobs. Learn more
Eliminate high tariffs to bolster the competitiveness of our small businesses internationally. Develop a comprehensive accounting system for individuals ready and able to work. Learn more
Skills Development: Attract investors and prioritize investments in vocational training programs, apprenticeships, and educational opportunities that match the needs of emerging industries to ensure a skilled workforce for our evolving economy. Learn more
Grow small businesses and ensure fair competition for workers. Bolster an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and job creation. Learn more
Put the right people in the right place to launch and motivate initiatives to develop a skilled workforce that guarantees job placement, meets industry needs, and wins! Remove barriers to job training, placement, and entry-level positions, especially in sectors impacted by economic growth. Learn more
Job Creation: Encourage new job creation by supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses through grants, loans, and tax incentives, especially targeting startups and high-growth industries. Learn more
Strengthen partnerships between educational institutions and industries to ensure alignment between workforce skills and job opportunities. Show every state what healthy competition looks like, and lead by example. Promote initiatives that educate and mentor African Americans in diplomatic engagement and negotiation. Learn more
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