What is one new policy that the state should embrace to make housing easier to build and afford?
Utilizing older buildings, schools, mills, etc that can be adapted for shelters and housing for homeless people.
Transmission lines, solar incentives and offshore wind development have been controversial over the past several years. What steps should Maine take to meet growing demand for electricity?
Utilize the new solar grids, encourage further incentives to utilize home solar programs.
Should the state make changes to its tax laws? If so, outline your priorities.
Maine needs to take care of their elderly and Veterans by offering a major reduction in their property taxes.
We are closing in on the one-year anniversary of the Lewiston mass shooting. Are further legislative responses required around guns, mental health, supporting victims and families or other policy areas?
The State of Maine has serious problems with support for those suffering with mental health issues. Not only does the VA need to step up and help their veterans, but all through Maine, we have a great need for more support for those suffering.
Describe a unique attribute or area of focus that you will bring to the Legislature.
As a Veteran a PhD in Education, a huge supporter of community services, who raised a child alone for 20 years in Maine, and an educator at USM and SMCC, I offer many different perspectives and experiences, and I listen very well.
