I. Reducing the Elevated Cost of Living
- The high cost of living across America is largely driven by escalating costs in housing, healthcare, and education, along with inflation impacting food and utilities.
- Housing prices, including rent and property values, have surged beyond income growth, compounded by supply shortages and increased construction costs.
- Healthcare expenses remain among the world’s highest, contributing to financial challenges.
- Inflation continues to impact essential items like food and utilities, keeping everyday costs elevated despite other sector adjustments.
II. Elevating Public Safety Priorities
- Crime rates have led many to feel insecure in both public and private spaces. A zero-tolerance stance is essential to address crime effectively.
- Supporting law enforcement transcends politics, demanding a collective commitment from authorities and communities to ensure public safety by fully supporting law enforcement needs.
- Upholding the Second Amendment is crucial, while implementing sensible strategies to reduce gun-related incidents and deaths is widely supported.
III. Reinforcing National Security through a Strong Defense
- Global threats necessitate unwavering commitment to national defense investments.
- Our armed forces personnel remain the core of national defense. Providing comprehensive support for them and their families during and post-service is a pledge I hold as a veteran.
- Strengthening alliances with international partners has been the cornerstone of defense against adversaries. Our robust military and economic connections fortify us as a leading nation.
IV. Achieving Improved Healthcare Delivery and Affordability
- The high cost of healthcare is a critical issue, with many facing exorbitant insurance premiums or lacking coverage entirely. Policies to lower healthcare costs are essential.
- Medicare and Medicaid are vital lifelines that must be preserved.
- The cost of prescription medications forces difficult choices for many; balancing pharmaceutical profits with public affordability needs to be addressed.
- Healthcare facilities, especially in rural areas, are under pressure to deliver affordable care, facing potential closures that could leave communities without adequate services.
- Navigating complex healthcare systems is overly challenging, from selecting suitable insurance to understanding covered providers. Simplifying healthcare delivery is a commitment.
V. Emphasizing Comprehensive Educational Focus
- While education strategy is primarily state-focused, federal support through funding and achievement standards plays a significant role.
- Educational funding and nutritional assistance are vital supports that promote competitiveness and productivity among youth, preparing them for a global stage.
- Our higher education institutions excel, producing leaders across disciplines. Maintaining their excellence requires ongoing investment and support, which is a steadfast commitment.
We are part of an exceptional nation with areas ripe for improvement. Beyond the highlighted priorities, issues like climate change, taxation, and economic policy also demand attention. I am committed to expressing my stance on these and other concerns as I seek your support.
Listening to your concerns is vital. I look forward to engaging with you on the campaign trail, sharing ideas, and valuing your input. Your voice matters!