Abortion Access
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It is not enough to be pro-choice; we must be pro-abortion. I promise to advocate for the rights of all people to make their own choices regarding their reproductive care, regardless of circumstance or situation. I support the Arizonans for Abortion Access Act and believe we should go even further as we enshrine the right to an abortion into the Arizona Constitution.
Reproductive justice is about more than just vital healthcare. It is about racial justice, disability justice, queer justice, economic justice, immigrant justice, and so much more. I promise to push this idea forward as we continue the fight for access and equality in this state. Arizona for Abortion Access Planned Parenthood Arizona Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona Desert Star Institute Family Planning Camelback Family Planning |
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Affordable Education
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Education is the key to Arizona's future.
Arizona's K-12 education system has been underfunded for far too long. As the child and grandchild of Arizona educators as well as the product of Arizona public schools myself, I have seen these issues firsthand. I will advocate for nothing less than full funding for public K-12 schools to give ALL students access to high-quality schools and education. I will not support increased funding to the school voucher programs that take money away from our public schools and promote unregulated private education. On top of this, I promise to uphold the constitutional principle that higher education in this state should be "as nearly free as possible." I will support a state budget that adequately funds public universities and community colleges, and I will promote alternative forms of higher education, like vocational schools and certificate programs. Arizona Department of Education Arizona Board of Regents Save Our Schools Arizona Students' Association Arizona Education Association |
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LGBTQ2S+ Rights
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As a queer non-binary person, protecting the rights of LGBTQ2S+ people has always been and will forever continue to be a priority of mine. Our rights are being stripped away, our existence denied, and the experience of stating our identities with pride has become more dangerous by the day. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not dirty words. Drag shows are not dangerous to society. Trans kids deserve the space and freedom to be who they are, whether they are playing sports or simply trying to use their school's bathroom.
There are those in the queer community who are most vulnerable to legislative attack: trans and gender non-conforming people of color, queer and trans kids in schools, Native two-spirit peoples, queer unhoused or immigrant individuals, and so many more. I promise to uplift the voices and stories of these communities while fighting for the things we all need to live happily and openly. GLAAD Equality Arizona The Audre Lorde Project Sylvia Rivera Law Project Flagstaff Pride |
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Gun sense
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Gun violence does not need to happen.
I was 18 years old when the Parkland shooting spurred the youth-led March For Our Lives, when I saw people younger than I was fighting for their right to exist in public without the fear of gun violence. I stand with these activists and those across the nation asking for gun sense laws that keep our communities safe. I support limiting access to assault rifles and other high-powered weaponry that have no place in our everyday communities. I support legislation like Ethan's Law that would require the safe and secure storing of guns in homes where minors are present. I support regulating gun sales, especially those at gun shows and similar venues, in order to keep guns out of the hands of violent criminals and domestic abusers. Moms Demand Action March For Our Lives Giffords Safe Arizona Firearms Education (SAFE) |
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Environmental Justice
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It is time to do something about the climate crisis.
Living in a mostly rural region, we all understand the need for clean, accessible, and sustainable water resources. We have seen first hand the damage that our raging wildfires have caused our communities, and we understand the need for clean air and protected outdoor spaces. We know that not all people are affected by the climate crisis equally, and that we must do everything we can do adress the individualized needs of the diverse homes and neighborhoods that make up Legislative District 7. I promise to strive for an Arizona that protects our environment, pushes for sustainable practices, and builds the infrastructure to keep our state clean, beautiful, and safe from climate disaster. Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance (NAZCCA) Sierra Club Arizona Diné CARE Arizona Department of Environmental Quality |
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