Issues

In this era of outsourcing and downsizing, I am committed to creating jobs in Michigan and working to strengthen our economy. That means standing up to the status quo and the special interests that want to ship our jobs to other states and countries.  more...

Michigan's natural resources make life in our state special. I am dedicated to protecting our Great Lakes and our rich agricultural land for future generations. I am working to protect our waterways from Canadian and out-of-state trash and to bring cutting-edge renewable energy production to Michigan. more...

I am committed to making a change and strengthening our schools so our students can compete for the good-paying jobs of the 21st-Century. My plan will strengthen our schools at all levels, from before kindergarten "when children are most prepared to learn" to higher education, which is a necessity today to get the high-tech, high-skills jobs of the 21st Century. more...

The high cost of healthcare is hurting Michigan's working families, seniors living on fixed incomes, and businesses. I am fighting to lower the cost of health care and ensure that all of our residents have access to high-quality health care. more...