1. Education for the Next Generation

I’ve spent my life in the classroom and at the leadership table. I understand what our students, teachers, and families need:

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- Fully funded public schools

- Competitive pay for teachers and staff

- Safe, inclusive learning environments

- Broadband access for every child

- Support for mental health and social-emotional development

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“We must invest in students not just for today—

but for the strength of our tomorrow.”

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2. Healthcare That Works for Rural Virginia

Healthcare shouldn’t depend on your zip code. I will:

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- Expand access to local clinics and telehealth

- Defend Medicaid and lower drug costs

- Support mental health for seniors, students, and veterans

- Champion maternal care and preventive services

 

“Every family deserves dignity in care—and a system that works,

not one that waits.”

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3. Economic Growth for Our Region

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We can revitalize Southside Virginia through bold, targeted action:

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- Support small businesses and local jobs

- Invest in roads, water, broadband, and infrastructure

- Strengthen job training and workforce pathways

- Boost agriculture, farmers, and green innovation

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“I will open the door to growth that honors our past—

and builds our future.”

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4. Safer, Stronger Communities

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Community safety means justice, trust, and accountability. I will:

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- Support community-based policing

- Invest in second-chance and reentry programs

- Push for transparency and fairness in courts

- Address the school-to-prison pipeline

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“Safety isn’t fear. It’s fairness.”

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5. Protecting What We’ve Built

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From our farmland to our family traditions, we must preserve what makes this region strong:

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- Clean air and water protections

- Historic and cultural preservation

- Smart land use and green job investments

 

“The land we live on, the stories we tell

—these deserve a voice in Richmond.”

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Let’s Work Together

I believe leadership begins with listening. That’s why I’m here—

to open the door to real solutions, real change,

and real representation for District 50.

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