Forget politics. This is personal.
To me, this job is more than a fancy title and party-line votes.
It’s a commitment to the people of Franklin, Greendale, and Greenfield.
Your Hometown Candidate
I was born in Greendale, and I’ve spent my entire life in the same house on Oakwood Street. I walked to school on our sidewalks and I had my first few jobs in our neighborhoods. Experience isn’t just a resume — it’s about facing the same challenges and fighting for the same opportunities as the people you want to represent.
The Value of Hard Work
My middle class family works hard: my father is a carpenter, and his dad was in the Milwaukee Carpenters Union. I paid for college by working three jobs — including one at McDonald’s for minimum wage. My grandfather always used to say, “Less talk, more action,” and I believe we need a leader in Madison who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and actually get things done.
A Lifelong Learner
Because of the amazing teachers in our public schools, I graduated from Greendale High School and earned a degree from Yale. One of my favorite teachers at GHS once told me, “You don’t have to be the smartest person in every room — just smart enough to know who is.”
Committed to Service
I served on the Greendale School Board, and every year I volunteer with a veterans organization to teach young men about our country’s values. I believe our state representative ought to show up and advocate for everyone — not just big donors and party insiders. I give out my personal phone number publicly because I want to hear from you and I don’t shy away from a good conversation even if we don’t agree.
I’m up for the challenge. Here’s why:
ENERGETIC AND PASSIONATE
This is a full time job, and we need someone who will passionately do the job we all pay him to do.
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Tackle real issues, not just fluff legislation.
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Knock on your door — even after the campaign.
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Read every bill and discuss every decision.
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Attend as many community events as possible.
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Encourage the Assembly to meet more often on important issues.
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Take this role to new heights and help municipal leaders informally.
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Help recruit and train more homegrown leaders to run for office.
ACCESSIBLE AND ACCOUNTABLE
I plan to always be available and transparent as I bring this job into the digital age.
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Be on call — especially in a crisis.
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Explain every vote.
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Expand constituent services.
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Speak with kids and engage high school students with legislative affairs.
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Show up and put a face to the job.
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Amplify community messages, events, and acts of service.
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Reject harmful special interests.
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Increase transparency.
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Digitize the job of state representative.
EMPATHETIC AND
A GOOD LISTENER
I will reach out to everyone — regardless of political party — and show a real willingness to listen.
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Cooperate with Republicans, Democrats, and Independents.
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Listen to feedback at community meetings and gatherings.
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Host regular coffee chats and town halls.
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Do more to honor those who have made important accomplishments.
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Involve key stakeholders in the legislative process.
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Work more with out-of-district leaders to improve the whole region.
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Create informal working groups of interested community members.
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