A proud lifelong resident of Washington State, I grew up living in both Seattle and Wenatchee, splitting my time between each every year, which gives me a unique perspective on life in these vastly different communities.

The people of Washington need a representative that is fighting for them, regardless of who they voted for, or what party they belong to. A representative that will work with their fellow lawmakers instead of against them.

I am running for Congress to be your voice, your advocate for change in how America can realize the promise laid out in the founding of this nation of "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.

I am here to help this country get back on track: by ending policies that benefit the rich while harming the middle class, supporting scientists seeking solutions to address the impacts of climate change, and guaranteeing the civil rights of all Americans by ensuring the law applies equally to everyone.

Our children deserve to live in a world free from the threat of coercion and violence.

We as a nation have a shared responsibility to voluntarily help those who cannot help themselves. We need effective support for non-profits and programs that provide real solutions to address homelessness, provide comprehensive mental health and addiction support as well as ensure that no one is left hungry due to situations beyond their control.

My skills in organizing people from different communities and backgrounds, with disparate, potentially conflicting ideologies can create a collaborative environment in Congress where the focus is on creating solutions that provide benefit to all Americans.

Looking at the history of this country and our government, the most successful progress has always come from bipartisan efforts. This is the only way that we will succeed as a nation.