Antony Barran

Environment / Energy Responsible Stewardship of Natural Resources Economic development and environmental stewardship do not have to be in conflict. Economy We must strengthen the economic engine—small business and entrepreneurship—that allows incomes to outpace the cost of living. Taxes / Budget Government should do a few things well and leave the rest to the people. This means reducing bureaucracy, demanding accountability for taxpayer dollars, and protecting constitutional freedoms—including free speech and the right of citizens to participate fully in civic life. Housing We must increase supply by encouraging construction, reforming restrictive permitting systems, and modernizing financial rules so families can qualify for mortgages and assemble down payments more easily through retirement accounts and savings. Infrastructure / Transportation Fixing Transportation and Infrastructure Instead of relying solely on massive megaprojects that take decades to complete, we need a practical approach that improves safety, traffic flow, and economic mobility across the district. This includes strategic investments in freight corridors and rural highways that support our key regional industries. Wages / Job Benefits When incomes rise faster than the cost of living, families feel secure. The most important job of government is to create the conditions where good jobs, strong businesses, and economic opportunity grow faster than the cost of living. Housing Making Homeownership Possible Again. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Local law enforcement should have the resources they need to keep communities safe while addressing underlying drivers of crime, including addiction and trafficking networks. Public safety is a shared responsibility that protects families and neighborhoods alike. Wages / Job Benefits . We need policies that support the businesses that actually create opportunity in our region. Workforce Development: Artificial intelligence and automation will reshape the economy.