Issues

Affordable Quality Education

The Los Rios Community College District provides access to specialized education ranging across technology, nursing, law enforcement, and firefighting, as well as many other professions. These are all highly valuable services, providing a means for residents of the Sacramento area to receive a quality education at an affordable cost. I would consider these programs to be a priority and will advocate that they remain properly funded. Furthermore, I would work toward practical measures for keeping the cost of attendance within the means of members of the community of the greater Sacramento area.

Freedom of Speech

I am committed to the continuance of freedom of speech and thought on college campuses. A quality education is impossible to truly achieve without the freedom to debate, challenge, and defend ideas, however controversial they may be. This extends to those with whom I may disagree. We must respect the right to express ideas, even if we find them distasteful. I will not accept any attempt to curb this essential right. So-called ‘hate speech’ is protected under US law, and institutions of higher education must sustain this tradition.

Campus Safety

For education to be fostered there must first be a safe environment. This requires the maintenance of appropriate campus safety measures. As such, I will support the District’s law enforcement so long as they maintain accountability and respect the rights and liberties of students, faculty, and staff.