Growing up in northwestern Illinois, I know firsthand how important a strong job market is to keeping folks in our communities.

I support codifying Roe v. Wade and permanently restoring a woman’s right to choose into law.

Out here, we support our law enforcement, because we know that police officers have tough jobs and often work on strained budgets to keep our communities safe.

I believe our communities in Central and Northwestern Illinois should never be left behind when it comes to the infrastructure families depend on each and every day.

I will always defend our seniors and protect their ability to retire with dignity. I am committed to opposing any legislation that privatizes or makes any cuts to Social Security and Medicare.

I believe that everyone should have access to quality and affordable health care, and that coverage shouldn’t be a matter of income or the population of your hometown.

We must honor the sacrifices of our veterans and their families. I have introduced legislation to increase grants to help disabled veterans afford home accessibility upgrades, such as ramps for wheelchairs and other improvements.

I came to Congress after earning the trust of my neighbors as their meteorologist for over two decades. In Congress, I will always continue to looking out for my neighbors by making government work better for Illinois.