Q&A: Meet the candidates running for U.S. House District 36

If elected, what would your top priorities be?

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What, in your opinion, is the biggest issue or challenge facing your district right now?

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How does your experience prepare you for this role?

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Are there any economic-related policies you think the federal government should focus on?

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With space being a growing industry in the area, what policies would you support to continue that trend?

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If elected, what would your top priorities be?

Women's reproductive rights, protecting Social Security, expanding Medicare to cover long term care for aging with dignity, keeping NASA funded, small business incentives, first-time home buyer incentives, childcare tax credits, gun sense safety, protecting unions and protecting democracy so that another Jan. 6 … never happens again.

What, in your opinion, is the biggest issue or challenge facing your district right now?

Women's reproductive rights. I miscarried three times trying to be a mother, but I had access to drugs, procedures and medical care needed so I could continue to try. Women are bleeding out and losing their chance to ever get pregnant again with health care dictated by politicians and not doctors.

How does your experience prepare you for this role?

I've been in communications my entire adult life, working with people to play their favorite music and help in their communities. As an Alzheimer's caregiver advocate, I listen to families around the country and know the healthcare and financial challenges they face. I have written 17 books on success.

Are there any economic-related policies you think the federal government should focus on?