My constituents in Michigan’s 13th District are struggling. Prices are high, women’s rights, workers rights, social security, and our very freedoms are all under attack by far-right Republicans in Washington. That’s why I’m running for re-election, so I can protect our rights, fight to improve our daily lives, and continue to bring critical federal resources back to the district. As someone who grew up in poverty, I know what my constituents go through everyday. Growing up, I often slept on the floor, didn’t know where my next meal would come from, and at times had to sleep in my car or public places. But with a good education, luck, and hard work, I was able to achieve my American Dream.

Now, that dream is simply not possible for far too many in our community and I’m fighting to change that. If re-elected, I’ll continue to fight back against the special interests that rig the game for themselves and I’ll work to deliver for you. In my first term, I’ve brought in millions of federal dollars to Michigan’s 13th District, and have brought federal dollars to some municipalities that haven’t had federal investment in decades. On the Small Business committee, I’ve focused on helping increase access to capital for small businesses.

On Homeland Security I introduced and passed legislation to make it easier for small businesses to get federal contracts. I’ve supported legislation to fight for unions and workers, protect women’s rights and reproductive health, make healthcare affordable, pass common sense gun safety laws, and more. I will continue to fight to protect social security, advocate for affordable housing, protect our environment, tackle immigration, and make life affordable for everyday Americans.