PRIORITY ISSUES
Shelby County deserves a fair shot. Strong schools, respected work, and transparent local decision‑making: progress happens when decisions are made with local community voices like yours in mind. Hope alone doesn't win elections. Organizing Does.
ON EDUCATION
Education That Works for Everyone
PRIORITIES: Revoke the voucher program, fund public education K-12, raise teacher pay, invest in universal pre-k & special education
Education is central to why families choose to live in District 83, which includes some of the highest‑performing public schools in Tennessee, such as Germantown Municipal School District, consistently ranked among the top districts statewide.
That success reflects strong community investment, engaged parents, and excellent educators, and it should be protected. At the same time, District 83 is part of a larger Shelby County system where outcomes vary widely, and long‑term progress depends on supporting educators everywhere, not pitting schools or communities against one another.
The Tennessee Voucher Program is already impacting our district, but with limited data made available, its long-term effects remain unclear. While promoted as expanding choice, we need stronger accountability and a focus on what truly matters: equitable access, student performance, and investing in the future of education for all.
Even in high‑performing districts, teachers report spending personal funds on classroom needs and facing increasing demands without matching support. I believe accountability works best when it is paired with sustained investment, local trust, and collaboration with parents and educators.
This is the approach that has helped the majority of the schools in our district succeed and should guide education policy across Tennessee.
ON WORK AND THE ECONOMY
Respect for the People Who Keep District 83 Running
PRIORITIES: Expand worker rights, promote workforce development, improving access to high-quality, affordable childcare
District 83 is economically diverse, with people working across healthcare, professional services, small business, education, and public service. A strong economy isn’t just about exponential growth: it’s about fairness and stability for the people who make up our community. When workers have a real voice, through unions, professional associations, or workplace collaboration, jobs are safer, turnover is lower, and performance improves. Supporting fair standards and modern benefits helps employers compete and helps residents build stable lives. A healthy economy is one where success is shared.
ON HEALTH
Healthcare People Can Count On At Every Age
PRIORITIES: Expand TennCare, protect the right to individual medical decisions, transparent healthcare pricing and affordable medicalcare
Reliable healthcare is essential to independence, productivity, and quality of life, especially in a district with a growing population of older adults. Even well-insured households face rising premiums, surprise bills, and gaps in mental health and addiction services. Preventive care and timely treatment save money and reduce long-term strain on families and systems. I will focus on practical solutions that protect access to local providers and strengthen mental health care, including expanding TennCare to ensure more families have coverage when it matters most. Healthcare should be predictable and accessible, so health challenges don’t become financial crises, and no one is left behind because of cost or eligibility gaps.
On CAREGIVING
Childcare as Essential Infrastructure
PRIORITIES: Making childcare accessible, eldercare programs diginifed, and expand opportunities for financial support programs from caregivers (careered or otherwise)
Policies should work across life stages. Childcare is one of the biggest pressures facing households in Tennessee, and it’s a key factor in workforce participation. When care is unaffordable or unavailable, people turn down opportunities, reduce hours, or leave our workforce entirely. This issue also affects families caring for aging relatives and others who rely on dependable support systems. I support expanding high‑quality childcare options, strengthening the childcare workforce, and improving access to care that fits real schedules. Supporting caregivers strengthens the entire local economy.
ON LOCAL GOVERNANCE & ACCOUNTABILITY
Clear, Accountable, and Local Decisions
PRIORITIES: Bringing back community collaboration, working towards a government that focuses on Tennessee, our needs, and transparent, ethical leadership
District 83 includes multiple municipalities and school systems, and residents deserve decisions that are transparent and grounded in local realities. People should be able to see how public dollars are used, how priorities are set, and how outcomes are measured without needing insider connections. I believe the best solutions come from listening first to parents, educators, workers, seniors, and small business owners. Local control is strongest when paired with clear information and accountability.
ON SAFETY AND THE COMMUNITY
Safe Neighborhoods Through Prevention, Trust, and Accountability
PRIORITIES: Universal background checks, mental health programs and training support for law enforcement
Safe neighborhoods are foundational to our quality of life. The second amendment can be upheld while also ensuring our children and community are safe.
When it comes to law enforcement, consistent standards and rapid response matter, but long‑term safety also depends on prevention, mental health support, and youth opportunity. I support ensuring law enforcement has the resources to do their job well, while investing in strategies and programs that reduce harm before it starts. This includes education, funding, and program expansion. Public safety works best when accountability, trust, and prevention go hand in hand.