Issue Position: Economic Security for Downriver Families

Issue Position

Studies have shown that 40% of Americans cannot afford a $400 unexpected expense. This isn't right, especially when this number includes many full-time workers who are supporting families and seniors who have earned a secure retirement. I am fighting to ensure that Michigan's working families and seniors have the economic security to provide for themselves and build a better life.

Grow Wages and Lower Taxes for Working Families: There is no reason families living in poverty and our middle class should be contributing nearly twice as much of their income to state and local taxes as millionaires and billionaires. I support making this system fairer for working families by raising the minimum wage and implementing a graduated income tax.

Protect Pensions: After working hard their entire lives, Michigan workers deserve to retire with dignity. I've fought back against attacks on pensions for police officers, firefighters, and teachers, and I'll keep fighting for a secure retirement for all working families.

Repeal the Retirement Tax: Michiganders who played by the rules and planned for their retirement had the rug pulled out from under them in 2012. We shouldn't balance the budget on the backs of those living on a fixed income who can afford it the least.

Lower the Cost of Auto Insurance: With some of the highest auto insurance costs in the nation, we have to do something to lower the price of auto insurance in Michigan. I co-sponsored a plan to eliminate non-driving factors (like zip code, marital status, and credit score) from rate calculations, root out fraud in the system, and increase transparency in the rate setting process.

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