About Me.

I grew up in rural Alabama, where our family home was so far out the power lines hadn’t reached us yet. That experience taught me resilience, resourcefulness, and the value of community. Today, I bring that same grit and perspective to Colorado’s 23rd District — focused on affordable housing, stronger infrastructure, better mental health care, and making sure no one is left behind. I’m not running for a title, I’m running to serve the people.

I’m running for the Colorado State House because I believe government should work based on results, not rhetoric.

My background includes work inside the federal government, including the U.S. Department of Education and the White House during President Obama’s second term, where I saw how policies are created, funded, and implemented—and where they often break down before reaching the people they’re meant to serve. I’ve also worked within the legal system in Washington, D.C., which shaped how I think about accountability, due process, and clear rules that people can actually understand and rely on.

I tend to see the world through patterns, data, and outcomes. I look at what we’re spending, what we’re getting in return, and whether the system is doing what it claims to do.

For example:

The United States spends about $13,400 per person each year on health care, far more than other developed countries, yet Americans live nearly six years fewer on average.
Colorado incarcerates about 556 people per 100,000, a rate higher than any other democratic country, even though research shows the growth in incarceration came from policy decisions, not rising crime.

When the numbers don’t match the outcomes we want—shorter lives, higher costs, less safety—I believe the answer isn’t to blame people. It’s to fix the system by changing what it’s designed to produce.

I’ve also spent time studying health care systems in other countries to understand how different designs lead to better access, lower costs, and better outcomes. Those experiences reinforced something important: better results are possible when systems are built intentionally and held accountable.

Outside of formal roles, I’ve helped people quietly—finding food, shelter, and support for individuals experiencing homelessness—because it was needed, not because it was visible. That keeps me grounded in how policy decisions affect real lives.

I lead with facts, clear procedures, and solutions that work, not personal branding or insider connections. Government should function for everyone, regardless of who you know or who’s in office.

I’m running for the Colorado State House because this is where outcomes are set—where budgets become priorities, oversight happens, and systems can be redesigned to work better for the people they serve.

Pledge Your Vote!

Affordable Housing & Homelessness:

Too many families, seniors, and young people in our district can’t find or keep a stable home. Homelessness is rising, and we can’t ignore it.

What I’ll do: Work with local governments and nonprofits to expand affordable housing, push for more transitional housing, and strengthen mental health and addiction services. We need housing solutions that fit our community while keeping our neighborhoods strong.

Jobs & Economic Opportunity

People here are working hard, but wages haven’t kept up. Small businesses struggle with rising costs, and young people don’t always see clear career paths.

What I’ll do: Bring in new industries, expand apprenticeship and training programs, and cut red tape for small businesses. I’ll fight for tax relief and start-up support so local businesses can thrive and people can build real careers right here at home.

Healthcare & Mental Health

I’ve heard from so many neighbors who are buried under medical bills or waiting months for mental health help. That’s not acceptable.

What I’ll do: Expand neighborhood clinics, make sure mental health care is part of primary care, and get more funding to local providers. Addiction recovery and affordable prescriptions have to be part of the solution too.

Transportation & Infrastructure

We all know the headaches: traffic on Wadsworth, congestion on Colfax, unsafe streets for walkers and bikers. Outdated infrastructure hurts our daily lives and our local economy.

What I’ll do: Push for safer roads, expanded public transit, and smart, green infrastructure. Whether it’s a senior trying to cross the street safely or a commuter trying to get to work, we need a system that works for everyone.

Education & Career Readiness

Our students deserve every chance to succeed, but too many graduate without the tools they need.

What I’ll do: Invest in career-based education, apprenticeships, and up-to-date technology in schools. Support after-school programs and vocational training so kids are ready for the jobs of tomorrow — right here in Colorado.

Public Safety & Community Trust

Neighbors want safe streets, but also want fairness and accountability. We need both.

What I’ll do: Make sure first responders have resources and training while expanding community policing and crisis response teams. I’ll also support programs that tackle root causes of crime, like addiction and poverty.

Environment & Clean Energy

We love Colorado’s outdoors, but air quality, wildfires, and climate change threaten our way of life.

What I’ll do: Invest in renewable energy, wildfire prevention, and protect our open spaces. I’ll push for energy solutions that keep costs down for families while protecting our future.

Seniors & Aging with Dignity

I’ve talked with seniors who worry every month about housing, healthcare, and utilities. After a lifetime of work, they shouldn’t have to struggle just to get by.

What I’ll do: Fight for property tax relief, better in-home care, and reliable transportation options so seniors can stay in their homes and stay connected to the community they built.