Between the cost of childcare, medical insurance, and prescription drug prices, I understand the stress that families feel when balancing expenses.  Many parents are struggling to pay off their own student loans, rather than save for their children’s future college expenses.  As a legislator, I will advocate for tax fairness for families, making sure that the state government is using our tax dollars in a fair and responsible manner.

 

Minnesota has a rich tradition of hunting, and most hunters pride themselves on their ability to safely handle their weapons. As a daughter of a hunter, I respect the right of responsible gun ownership. But as a mother of two young children and as a teacher who has to do active shooter drills with my students, I know that we need sensible laws in order to protect our children. I support background checks, red flag emergency protective orders, and safe storage laws to prevent children from accessing firearms.  These laws are reasonable, have broad bipartisan support, and are proven to save lives.