Tennessee State House District 66

“I grew up in rural Iowa. My father was a farmer and my mother, a public school teacher. I learned early that you show up, work hard and take care of your neighbors. Our state legislature should take the same approach –– show up to work hard on behalf of ALL of the people.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

“There are so many problems to tackle that it is overwhelming. We must make sure that our tax dollars are being used to support working families and retirees, not just corporations and wealthy donors. The wealth gap must be addressed and the corruption must to stop. While there are no easy solutions to the dire circumstances we are in, we must stop the bleeding and create the circumstances for our small communities, states and country to grow into the country we always aspired to be.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

“I am most passionate about making sure that people have opportunities to share their opinion and know that I respectfully listen to everyone. While I will not be able to please everyone, I can explain why I vote the way that I do. I will be a fighter for everyone in Robertson County in the state legislature.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

“We’ve taken an important step forward with Savanna’s Law. This registry is a tool that will help protect individuals and families across Tennessee by giving them the information they need to stay safe from repeat offenders.” (Official legislative website (tnhousegop.org))

“This law ensures that local school boards have the authority to determine how Bible courses are taught in their schools, based on what works best for their students and communities. The goal is to provide an academic, nonreligious study of the Bible, which will allow students to explore its historical and cultural significance while preserving the integrity of our education system.” (Official legislative website (tnhousegop.org))