On the Issues

Environment

Last year Minnesota passed legislation creating some of the strictest renewable energy standards in the country.  This was a huge step in the right direction, however there is much more work that needs to be done.  We can lead the nation in this area through creating environmental policies that improve the environment and create new jobs to support our local economy.
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Healthcare

Every Minnesotan deserves the right to access affordable healthcare.  With my background and experience in the human services and healthcare I will work to make affordable healthcare a reality for every Minnesotan.
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Seniors & People With Disabilities

Minnesota has made great strides with services for seniors and people with disabilities.  Fewer disabled and elderly Minnesotans are living in institutional settings than ever before.  Minnesota was one of the first states to be a part of the self-determination movement allowing for more freedom and control over services.  However, there is much work that needs to be done to improve the system of supports.
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Small Business

According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, small businesses employ more than half of the private sector employees in the country.  They generate more than half of the nonfarm gross domestic product (GDP) every year and they generate 60 to 80 percent of the new jobs created annually.  Entrepreneurs and small businesses are an essential part of our economy in Minnesota.
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Education

Our children are our future.  They are our workers of tomorrow, our future entrepreneurs, public servants and leaders.  Our public education system must be one that provides children with opportunities to learn and grow in new ways so that they can lead this country in the future.  Minnesota is currently under funding its schools and requiring mandates without the funding to support them.  We must adequately fund our schools, improve teacher pay and keep Minnesota schools some of the very best in the nation.
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Taxes & Economy

The economy is nearing a recession; the sub-prime markets have hurt it and many Minnesotans.  Small businesses and entrepreneurs can lead the way to a better economy if they are provided the opportunity and tax incentives to do so.  We must support entrepreneurship and engage business owners to support their needs.  Doing this will stimulate the economy and move the economy in the right direction.
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