South Dakota State House District 31

“I am a young South Dakotan seeking office. I graduated with a degree in Political Science and American Indian Studies, and I am currently working on my master's in Indigenous Peoples' law.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

“Affordability. I believe that with the costs of everything continuing to rise, South Dakotans are not being compensated to compete with the rising cost of inflation. Grocery costs have doubled, housing and rental costs have tripled, and this doesn't include other necessities. Healthcare, childcare, utilities, and so on. South Dakotans do not make nearly enough to cover these with the minimum wage only being $11.85 per hour for non-tipped workers and 5.925 per hour for tipped workers. It is not sustainable, and that would be something I fight for while in office.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

“I am personally passionate about all three of my platforms, but the one I feel affects the most people is affordability. We all require the same necessities to survive, yet many South Dakotans have to choose between affording their medication and paying rent. This is not sustainable and not what the people deserve, so I would work to increase the minimum wage, lower housing and rental costs, and make healthcare more affordable,” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

“I am a 4th generation South Dakotan. I was born in Vermillion, and raised on the family farm. I learned responsibility and the value of hard work at a young age by working hard. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, and Business Administration and with my work experience and family orientation, I'm confident I'll be an effective legislator, good listener, and problem solver. I am married to John Fitzgerald, Lawrence County State's Attorney and we have three grown children. All have law degrees from USD School of Law. We also have 5 grandchildren. Currently I serve as the Chair of the Lawrence County Republican Party.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

“I pledge to put families first and to protect and preserve our state for future generations. Committed to job creation. I want our children and grandchildren to remain in South Dakota. I support smaller government, keeping taxes low, and fiscal responsibility.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

“I strongly support Article II of our State Constitution establishing the three separate branches of government that act as checks and balances on each other. I'll defend Article VI of our Bill of Rights, the Freedom of Religion, and the Right-to-Bear Arms. I know that "family" is our most important institution; it's where most learning takes place. Education is vitally important to me; all three of our children hold law degrees. I also pledge to protect the lives of the unborn. I understand that power come from the people, and exists for their protection and benefit.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

“Things go in cycles and it's now evident that we must again define the term "conservative." So consider: What policies do you think of when you use the term "conservative?" Tax cuts, less government, traditional values, families over big corporations, right to life, personal freedom? While you read this post give it some thought.” (Candidate Campaign Website)