PRIORITIES
CIVIL RIGHTS
Having had to fight for my own rights, I know that civil rights encompass the fundamental rights and freedoms that protect individuals from discrimination and ensure their equal participation in society. These rights are often enshrined in law and guarantee fair treatment, equal opportunities, and protection from interference by governments or private entities. The concept of civil rights is continually evolving, reflecting ongoing societal efforts to ensure justice and equality for all people, regardless of their background or identity. Downriver should be known as a safe place for all people to live.
ECONOMIC JUSTICE
I understand the struggle of making ends meet, I beleive economic justice involves ensuring that everyone has a genuine opportunity to succeed in the economy, enabling them to live with dignity and contribute productively. This requires addressing systemic barriers and inequalities that hinder economic well-being, such as discriminatory practices in employment, housing, and access to credit. The aim is to create an economic system where prosperity and fairness coexist, providing every individual the chance to thrive, regardless of their background, while ensuring that economic institutions serve the entire community.
ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE
As a spiritual care provider in healthcare, I believe access to healthcare is a critical issue that ensures all individuals and families can obtain the medical services necessary for healthy and productive lives, encompassing everything from preventive care to specialized treatments, and addressing challenges like affordability and availability of services. Concurrently, a woman's right to choose pertains to deeply personal decisions about reproductive health and bodily autonomy, asserting the individual's freedom to make these choices for themselves. Both topics are central to ongoing discussions about individual well-being, personal liberty, and the role of policy in shaping these fundamental aspects of life. Ensuring access to healthcare means making sure everyone has the medical services they need to live healthy, fulfilling lives, addressing challenges like affordability, availability, and equitable distribution of care.
PUBLIC SAFETY
As someone who has had threats to my own life, I see the need for ensuring public safety for all people which means creating communities where everyone feels secure and can live without fear. This involves a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of violence. A critical component of this effort includes common-sense strategies to reduce gun violence, such as promoting responsible gun ownership and keeping firearms out of the hands of those who would use them to harm others, so that our neighborhoods can truly be safe for every resident.