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Public Safety: I Hear Your Demand For Safer Streets

There isn’t one solution to the violence that plagues our streets. I am committed to supporting law enforcement, while taking a holistic approach to address the root causes of crime - lack of economic opportunity, decades of systemic racism, declining public schools and a lack of access to support services. 

While I wasn’t in office when bail reform was passed, I did vote to amend it in 2022. These reforms included making gun-related crimes and hate crimes bail-eligible, as well as empowering judges to hold repeat offenders. 

Choice: I Will Always Support Abortion Access

I proudly voted for the New York State Equal Rights Amendment, guaranteeing a woman’s right to choose in the New York State Constitution. I will proudly vote in favor of this legislation again in 2023 before it heads to voters as a referendum. 

Since the Supreme Court overturned the Roe v Wade decision, women’s rights are being targeted across the country. Here in New York, I will make sure our state protects and welcomes anyone with a uterus who is seeking the freedom to make informed healthcare decisions about their own body.

I am proud to have been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Empire State Acts in 2018, 2020, and 2022.

Guns: Common Sense Laws Will Keep New Yorkers Safe

As a lawyer, I fully believe in the Second Amendment and the right for Americans to legally own firearms. After the tragedy in Buffalo, we need to do more. I voted in support of legislation that strengthened Red Flag laws, added certifications for concealed carry permits and banned concealed carry on school property.

I am committed to working in partnership with law enforcement agencies to prevent and respond to incidents of gun violence, while balancing the rights of legal and responsible gun owners.

I am proud to have been designated a “Gun Sense Candidate” by Moms Demand Action in 2018, 2020, and 2022.

Taxes: I Want to Put Money Back in Your Pocket

I voted in favor of accelerated middle-class tax cuts that will save families $162 million in 2023, and $615 million in 2024. I also supported a property tax rebate with an average credit of $873 for more than 140,000 taxpayers in Monroe county. 

For too long hard-working, middle class New Yorkers have had to shoulder an undue tax burden in New York State. I will continue to take steps to remedy this and stand up for middle-class families in Albany.

Healthcare: Let’s Expand Coverage and Increase Affordability 

Every New Yorker should have access to affordable, comprehensive healthcare. We need to get more people covered and reduce healthcare costs for the hard-working families across our state. I’ve introduced legislation that will give more New Yokers access to the state-sponsored Essential plan.

This bill will expand access to a no deductible healthcare plan with co-pays based on your income, without requiring any New Yorker to give up their private insurance plan. It’s about expanding the options people have so they can find the coverage that works best for them.  

Justice for All: Equal Rights for Every New Yorker

All are welcome and supported in New York—no matter who you are, who you love, or how you identify. Not every state holds these values to be true, but in New York we fight back against bigotry and discrimination.

I have been an advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights, including the introduction of legislation to provide opportunities in emerging industries for members of the community, ensuring we have inclusive economic opportunities in New York. 

I am proud to have been endorsed by a number of cultural, civil rights and affinity organizations, including Equality New York in 2018, 2020, and 2022.