Issue Position: Protecting Our People and Our Planet

Issue Position

Ensuring healthcare is a human right and housing is guaranteed while protecting our planet for future generations

I'm a proud cosponsor of the Illinois Clean Energy Jobs Act, which, like the Green New Deal, will revitalize our economy while protecting our planet for future generations.

Our lakefront is one of Chicago's greatest treasures, and the 13th District includes everything from Streeterville to the Indiana border. I'm working with my colleagues at the state and city level to preserve the lakefront while ensuring that the trail remains open and accessible to everyone.

I will work to expand enforcement and hold corporations accountable for cleaning up the air, water, and soil that they pollute.

Too many families go bankrupt from medical expenses, and many people don't have access to the basic coverage they need. For the radical changes we need, Congress will have to act. But there are a lot of common sense things we can do right here in Illinois.

I championed a bill to ensure young people have access to life-saving preventive services they need.

I'm working with Illinois nurses to ensure patient safety.

I'm working with national partners to advance a true Medicare for All bill, which would ensure that everyone has access to the basic insurance benefits they deserve.

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