Education
Bachelor's of Science - Mechanical Engineering
We need to educate the next generation of Nebraskans on what it means to be an
American. How to create their own businesses, how to serve in the community, how to run for
public office, how to live a healthy life, and how to make their own decisions. Parents have a
right to know what’s being taught to their children and children have the right to an authentic
American education, without woke agendas and gender programming.
We need to start with understanding what the issues are - staffing, influent quality, equipment reliability, cost per gallon for treatment, ect. City municipalities need to be transparent about the quality of water that it supplies to the public. Independent well owners need access to affordable treatment for their household water needs.
We must end abortion in this State. If the only thing I get done in my 4 years is offer a winning vote to end abortion, it will all have been worth it. Of course the issues go beyond abortion- we can’t allow doctors to continue to mutilate our children and we can’t allow men to compete in women’s sports, forcing them to share locker-rooms with a man.
We need to protect Nebraska Ag, Nebraska Business, and Nebraska Infrastructure. Farmers know what needs to be done, they don’t need the government looking over their shoulder and businesses need a competitive tax plan to stay in the state. Finally, Nebraska needs to be willing to stand up the Federal government, which has been eroding states rights year after year.
Education
Fremont Sr. High
Current Public Office, dates held
N/A
Past Public Office, dates held
N/A
Military experience
N/A
Volunteer experience
I have served with the Fremont Area Chamber as a Chamber Diplomat for over 20 years along with serving on the Board of Directors. Low Income Ministry Board, Business Improvement District Board, and John C Fremont Board
I believe families have a choice in which school their children should be able to attend. I will support measures that will make the ability to "Opt In" an easier process.
Being a farm family our land and water are resources that we must protect. I will work with the care takers of our land to ensure our future.
I will work towards removing barriers that have been holding Nebraska businesses back from growth. With focus on workforce development, affordable housing, and child care.
Education
UNK
Current Public Office, dates held
None
Past Public Office, dates held
None
Military experience
None
My biggest concern is wasteful spending. I believe schools should be adequately funded while maintaining a budget. I do not believe and will not be convinced that just throwing money at schools will solve any problems. I also believe that Nebraska schools for the most part are doing a good job for our children but that they can also improve.
My solution is what any good businessman’s solution would be. Put the right people in place that understand what is needed and how to navigate the issues and then get out of the way and let them do their job.
I would do anything in my power that is needed. Clean water is vital to human life and health. Access to water should never be an issue for anyone living in this state.
The biggest problem is money feeding the political machine. Decisions should not be made based on what someone gives to a campaign. It is also my belief that we should not have to go into debt as a state. If our elected officials had any common sense, they would be looking 10 years down the road and budgeting for what is needed today as well as tomorrow. I feel like there is zero accountability in government spending. How has this been acceptable for so long?
Education
HS Diploma (William Jennings Bryan, Omaha), Child Protections (Harvard), Psychotherapy (CBT) (Udemy)
Current Public Office, dates held
none
Past Public Office, dates held
none
Military experience
none
Volunteer experience
American Red Cross, Village In Progress (Founder), US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights, ELCA, LCMS
My main concern is that the legitimate social mobility of a whole generation has been compromised by lack of civic education. As a senator, it would be a priority of mine to incorporate more civic education into public school curriculum beginning as early as kindergarten. American children should be learning the US Constitution in American schools. The federalist papers should be required reading for high-school students in America, to prepare them for adulthood as a citizen, in ways that enable them to truly realize their full potential and live out the American Dream. When people are able to realize their full potential through a proper understanding and mapping of their landscape, the collective society benefits as a result.
I would call for a resolution to commission a study between area NGOs and the (WHP) of the (NDEE) to ensure proactive measures are being taken to protect Nebraska's water supply for many generations to come.
The threat to equality under the law posed by DEI programming and other special interests' groups. We must reinforce the meritocratic foundation of our society by creating effective checks and balances within the system to prevent abuse.
Fiscal responsibility - government should be out of sight, and out of mind. Our government is meant to provide for the common good, the building of roads and other basic necessities of daily life.
Provide congruence in the law. Ex: most Nebraskans are not trained in child protections, however 28-717, requires them to report child abuse, nonetheless. This discrepancy was nicely showcased on a national level last session by the robust debate surrounding LB574, The Let Them Grow Act.
Volunteer experience
Knights of Columbus Council 1497
In order to ensure the highest quality education for all our youth, it is important that we prioritize the recruitment and retention of qualified teachers within our community schools. By supporting legislation that values and promotes the teaching profession, we can inspire individuals to pursue careers in education. The Legislature should invest in the future of our communities by funding and incentivizing the importance of teaching and learning.
In order to safeguard our precious water resources from potential contamination, it is imperative that we remain persistent against gross negligence. It is important to balance advancing our local industries and infrastructure responsibly, while minimizing any risks to our water quality. The Legislature should collaborate and be proactive to preserve and protect this vital resource for generations to come.
Property taxes are burdening our residents. I will collaborate with fellow Senators to craft a balanced budget that prioritizes fairness while ensuring essential services for the hardworking citizens of Nebraska. I will do things in Lincoln the way we do them here in Fremont; use open and honest communication where ideas are free to be expressed while using fiscal restraint in managing our financial resources.
