FLORIDA ISSUES
- Affordable Housing: Addressing rising housing costs and ensuring access to affordable options for families and individuals.
- Climate Change and Environmental Protection: Tackling coastal erosion, sea-level rise, and protecting the state’s water resources and ecosystems, such as the Everglades.
- Healthcare Access: Expanding affordable healthcare coverage and improving mental health and elder care services.
- Education and School Funding: Enhancing public education, increasing teacher salaries, and improving school safety measures.
- Economic Growth and Job Creation: Supporting tourism, agriculture, and small businesses while diversifying the state’s economy.
IMMIGRATION
In Florida, immigration is a significant issue due to the state's diverse population and proximity to Latin America and the Caribbean. Key concerns include:
- Pathways to Legal Status: Advocating for policies that provide clear pathways to citizenship for undocumented individuals, especially those contributing to the economy.
- Support for Immigrant Communities: Ensuring access to resources like education, healthcare, and legal assistance for immigrant families.
- Border Security and Enforcement: Balancing effective border security with humane treatment of immigrants and asylum seekers.
- Workforce Contributions: Addressing the role of immigrants in key industries such as agriculture, tourism, and healthcare, and ensuring fair labor practices.
- DREAMers and DACA: Supporting protections and opportunities for young immigrants brought to the U.S. as children, enabling them to thrive in Florida.
ISSUES ON A NATIONAL LEVEL
- Healthcare Reform: Expanding access to affordable healthcare, addressing prescription drug costs, and improving mental health services.
- Economic Stability: Strengthening the economy through job creation, wage growth, and support for small businesses.
- Climate Change and Environmental Protection: Advocating for policies that combat climate change, reduce carbon emissions, and promote clean energy initiatives.
- Education: Improving access to quality education, reducing student loan debt, and supporting public school funding.
- Gun Control and Public Safety: Enacting laws to reduce gun violence while protecting constitutional rights.
- Immigration Reform: Establishing a fair and humane immigration system that secures borders while offering pathways to citizenship.
- Social Justice and Equality: Addressing systemic racism, ensuring equal rights for all, and protecting voting rights nationwide.
