1. Championing Our Teachers, Kids & Public Schools

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Standing up for our Public Schools: Protecting Jeffco's neighborhood public schools is one of Monica's top priorities. Her kids grew up going to Jeffco public schools. Those schools created opportunities for her sons. She will fight the privatizing our education system, and she will fight for better teacher pay.

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Expanding Union Apprenticeship & Vocational Technical Training Programs:

Our schools need better support to prepare kids for the 21st century economy. For a lot of kids, college is the right path. But kids who aren't going to college deserve the same support and attention. Monica will expand vocational and technical training programs so that every student is on the right path to a good-paying job. 

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2. Expanding Access to Health Care, Protecting Reproductive Freedom

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Fighting Rising Health Care Premiums: I am a strong supporter of Medicare for all. Those who are uninsured have at-least one family member working but can't afford the premiums when choosing the basic necessities for survival.  Preventative care is so important early on. And we know people of color are at higher risk of chronic conditions.

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Protecting Women's Rights: Monica is endorsed by pro-choice organizations because she will be a champion for the rights of women. We need leaders who are willing to stand up and fight Republican efforts to restrict abortion and outlaw emergency contraception. 

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3. Gun Violence Prevention

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Pass Extreme Risk Protection Orders: As a survivor of domestic violence, Monica knows that keeping guns out of the hands of violent and unstable individuals will save lives. She will fight to pass strong protective order legislation. 

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Keep Guns Out of the Classroom: Republicans are beholden to extremist groups like the NRA - who propose crazy policies like arming teachers. Monica will keep guns out of classrooms, and work to keep military-style assault weapons off the streets. 

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4. An Economy That Works for Everyone

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Monica is running to build a Colorado that works for everyone. Colorado's economy is growing - but so many are being left behind. Whether it's seniors trying to afford their property taxes, or single moms struggling to put food on the table, Monica knows firsthand what it means to struggle against the odds.

She beat the odds as a single mom who escaped domestic violence, battled homelessness to keep her son safe. She is one of the lucky ones.

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5. Helping Seniors Live Securely and Independently

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With common sense policies, we can help Colorado seniors live securely and independently in their own homes longer. We need to protect the social safety net from D.C. Republicans, invest in preventive care programs that reduce the number of expensive hospital visits, and protect seniors from exploitation that is all too common.

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6. Fighting for Abuse Survivors

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You never feel more alone then when you are alone with an abuser. Monica knows that firsthand. Holding abusers accountable and getting justice for victims is critical. But she is going to do more, by leading the way in the legislature to create pathways for victims to escape abusive relationships and providing the tools needed to become financially independent.

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7. Preserving Colorado’s Environment

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Our state is already battling the effects of climate change. Air quality in the metro region is going to have an increasing impact on our local quality of life here in Jeffco. Protecting our environment is not only crucial to our future, it creates great opportunity for working families. There are more energy jobs being created in the renewable sector than in fossil fuels. Diversifying our economy, creating clean primary jobs and protecting Colorado’s natural beauty all go hand-in-hand.

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8. Animal Care

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When I was 10 years old, I was at my best friend's house one afternoon. Their family dog was pregnant and I happened to be there when she had a litter of puppies. What would have been an ordinary day at my friend's house ended up being life changing. Seeing the puppies, and how their mother took care of them was an impactful moment. And it was when I became an animal lover.

 

As impactful as that wonderful moment was, there's also been other moments where I have witnessed horrible living conditions of animals and horrific animal abuses of defenseless dogs. Because of these experiences, I have been committed to making sure I pass legislation that protects animals. I am also committed to educating the community so resources are available to protect our animals and their quality of life.

 

I will continue my work to stop puppy mills, because the bottom line can't simply be about PROFITS!