Priorities ECONOMIC STABILITY Individuals and families are being crushed by rapid rising inflation! We are all struggling with the rising prices of gas, food, housing. Address ways to lower costs of living Prevent future statewide government shut down of businesses Lower taxes Eliminate tax on Social Security EFFECTIVE EDUCATION School policies are failing our children. Give parents the ability to choose the school that best fits their child’s needs Hire and retain teachers based on performance and experience (not seniority) Literacy by the end of 3rd grade Prepare students for college/trade school, career, or military Focus on academics CRIME PREVENTION Crime is on the rise everywhere. We feel afraid in places we used to feel safe. ENFORCE current laws and penalties Respect for, and responsibility of, law enforcement officers Strengthen re-entry and chemical dependency programs Teach respect and resilience Strengthen the right to protect our self, loved ones, and home