"I come from a proud family that has been involved in public service for as long as I can remember. I want to work for you. We need to create more living wage jobs, improve our schools, and make public safety, gun control in particular, a top priority." My campaign for the Florida House of Representatives, District 14, is centered on enhancing education, pushing forward the biofuels industry through strategic cultivation of corn and sugarcane, and advocating for the adoption of renewable energy sources such as biodiesel and renewable natural gas. Committed to sustainability and innovation, I aim to harness America's rich agricultural resources and cutting-edge green technologies to promote a cleaner, sustainable future. Focusing on education in STEM fields, my goal is to develop a skilled workforce poised to lead in the renewable energy sector. Additionally, I am dedicated to beautifying our blessed city of Jacksonville, making District 14 a shining example of environmental stewardship, economic prosperity, and community pride.
LIST OF ISSUES
EDUCATION
Jacksonville, Duval County schools face critical challenges including disparities in resource allocation, teacher shortages and retention issues, significant achievement gaps among students, safety and disciplinary concerns, a growing need for mental health services, aging infrastructure and technological deficits, along with the need for increased parental and community engagement to ensure equitable and quality education for all students.
HOUSING
Jacksonville's housing challenges encompass a growing affordability crisis, limited inventory of affordable homes, gentrification leading to displacement, rising homelessness, aging infrastructure, the threat of natural disasters, restrictive zoning and regulatory barriers, and increased investor activity, all of which collectively strain the ability of residents to secure stable, affordable housing in a market that is rapidly evolving.
HEALTHCARE
Jacksonville, Florida, the healthcare landscape is challenged by limited access to care, pronounced health disparities, affordability issues, a shortage of mental health services, the impact of the opioid crisis, chronic disease management difficulties, the demands of an aging population, healthcare workforce shortages, and the need for improved infrastructure and capacity, all of which collectively underscore the urgent need for comprehensive healthcare reform and targeted interventions to ensure equitable, quality care for all residents.
ENVIRONMENT
Jacksonville, Florida, grapples with environmental challenges including the impacts of climate change and sea level rise, water and air pollution, urban sprawl leading to loss of biodiversity, waste management issues, the need for sustainable energy consumption, and environmental justice concerns, particularly affecting low-income and minority communities, all of which necessitate comprehensive, collaborative efforts towards sustainable development and resilience.
DIVERSITY
Jacksonville, Florida, key diversity issues include racial and ethnic disparities in socio-economic domains, ongoing residential and educational segregation, the necessity for broader cultural representation and effective immigrant integration, economic inequalities tied to demographic factors, and challenges in ensuring accessibility and full inclusion for people with disabilities, underscoring the importance of implementing comprehensive measures to promote inclusivity, equity, and open dialogue among all segments of the community.
BUSINESS
Jacksonville, Florida, businesses navigate challenges including workforce development gaps, the need for economic diversification, limited support for small enterprises, outdated infrastructure and transportation systems, a complex regulatory landscape, constrained access to capital, rising real estate costs, intense external competition, the imperative for tech adoption and innovation, and the integration of environmental sustainability practices, all of which demand collaborative strategies for fostering a robust and adaptive economic environment.