"I represent many rural communities and in most of them the school is the community hub."
"Private school vouchers have also not been shown to improve students' education."
"Private school choice programs drain resources from public education."
"I invite my colleagues to join democrats in investing in public education."
"I am disappointed to see my colleagues on the other side of the aisle supporting low-quality education options instead of following the evidence and research."
"I invite my colleagues to join Democrats in investing in public education and evidence-based choice programs so every family can send their child to a high-quality, accountable, and safe public school..."
"I find it very concerning that my colleagues on the other side of the aisle consistently criticize public schools."
"Our obligation is to them as well."
"I have long advocated for long-term and practical solutions to our nation's crumbling infrastructure and to the climate crisis."
"Long-term investments in transportation and infrastructure boost the economy, generate jobs, and promote commerce."
"We need more accessible multi-modal public transportation, strong broadband internet, affordable housing, improved water systems."
"Innovative transportation projects in the district I represent will help more people get to work, school, and other destinations."