Issue Position: A Vibrant Economy

Issue Position

We must protect opportunities for the middle class to be successful by passing equal pay for equal work, creating new job training and education programs and providing paid parental leave and paid sick days for all workers. We need a level playing field where everyone has the opportunity for success and where corporations and the wealthy pay their fair share.

Good, Safe Commutes
Our roads and bridges are crumbling. In the short time my opponent has been in office she has shown more interest in tax breaks for the wealthy and large corporations over fully funding badly needed repairs to our infrastructure. I support long-term, sustainable solutions to Minnesota's transportation challenges because Minnesotans need to get to school, work or even run errands around the community as efficiently and safely as possible.

Reducing Property Taxes
We can't continue to pass the buck down to local governments and standby as property taxes continue to rise. The legislature needs to work together, fully fund initiatives on a state level and create a tax policy that puts families and small businesses first.

Working Together, Beyond Parties
Minnesotans are tired of politicians who either just say no or fail to compromise with both parties. Growing up in a Republican household -- party labels don't mean much to me. What is important is creating opportunities for affordable college, fighting for great schools and making sure our businesses can grow and compete.

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