I believe representation means listening first and putting Vermont ahead of politics. My career has been about serving others—not building a political career. I have led soldiers in combat, worked with allies around the world, and helped businesses create jobs. I will work with anyone, Republican, Democrat, or Independent, if it benefits Vermont. My focus is on results, not partisan headlines.

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Make Vermont more affordable by reducing inflation, lowering energy costs, and cutting unnecessary federal regulations.

Strengthen Vermont’s economy by supporting farmers, small businesses, manufacturers, and expanding workforce opportunities.

Improve public safety by securing our borders, supporting law enforcement, and ensuring our communities remain safe while protecting constitutional rights.

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Small businesses are the backbone of Vermont’s economy. I would work to reduce burdensome federal regulations, simplify the tax code, expand access to capital, improve broadband and infrastructure, and fight for policies that allow family-owned businesses, farms, and entrepreneurs to compete without unnecessary government interference.

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Congress needs to stop overspending. Inflation is driven in part by excessive government spending, supply chain disruptions, and higher energy costs. We need responsible budgeting, affordable domestic energy, and policies that encourage production rather than increasing costs for families and businesses.

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The national debt threatens future generations. Congress must return to responsible budgeting by reducing waste, eliminating fraud and abuse, prioritizing essential programs, and evaluating every dollar spent. Fiscal responsibility should not be partisan—it should be common sense.

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I want Vermont to become a place where young people can build careers instead of feeling they have to leave. That means supporting manufacturing, agriculture, forestry, tourism, technology, and skilled trades while reducing unnecessary regulations that discourage employers from investing here.

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Healthcare should be more affordable, transparent, and accessible. I support increasing competition, reducing administrative costs, expanding telehealth, protecting rural hospitals, and giving patients more control over their healthcare decisions. Washington should help remove barriers, not create new ones.

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Americans should not pay more than necessary for lifesaving medications. We should increase transparency, encourage competition through faster approval of generics and address practices that unfairly limit competition while protecting innovation.

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Rural communities need stronger healthcare infrastructure. That includes supporting rural hospitals, expanding telemedicine, investing in broadband, strengthening the healthcare workforce, and ensuring federal reimbursement policies don’t disadvantage rural providers.

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The federal government should provide research, coordination during national emergencies, and support for states. Public health decisions should be guided by science, transparency, and respect for individual liberties. States and local communities should maintain flexibility whenever possible.

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Our legal immigration system should be faster, more efficient, and responsive to America’s workforce needs. We should reduce unnecessary delays while maintaining thorough security screening. Legal immigration has always strengthened our country when properly managed.

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We must first secure the border and enforce existing immigration laws. Individuals who have committed violent crimes should be prioritized for removal. Long-term solutions should be debated through Congress, but future policy must not encourage additional illegal immigration or place unfair financial burdens on American taxpayers.

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There is broad agreement that America needs secure borders, an improved legal immigration system, and better technology at ports of entry. We should also address workforce needs in industries like agriculture while maintaining the rule of law.

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China’s growing influence, cyberattacks, terrorism, border security, and the growing national debt all threaten America’s long-term security. Strong national defense begins with economic strength, secure borders, and supporting our military while caring for veterans.

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National defense is a constitutional responsibility and must remain strong. At the same time, every taxpayer dollar should be spent wisely. We should eliminate waste while ensuring our military has the training, technology, and readiness necessary to deter our adversaries.

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Military force should always be a last resort. When diplomacy fails and America’s national security, treaty obligations, or citizens are directly threatened, we must act decisively with clear objectives, congressional oversight, and a defined strategy.

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Public safety matters, but so do constitutional rights. I support technology that helps solve serious crimes when used with strong oversight, transparency, and safeguards against abuse. Americans should never be subject to unnecessary government surveillance or warrantless tracking.

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America should make more products at home whenever possible. Rebuilding domestic manufacturing strengthens our economy, creates good-paying jobs, improves supply chain security, and reduces dependence on foreign adversaries. Vermont manufacturers should have the opportunity to compete and grow.

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Education decisions are best made by parents, teachers, and local communities. The federal government should support states through funding, research, career and technical education, and special education while avoiding one-size-fits-all mandates.

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Climate change is an issue we should pursue practical solutions that protect both our environment and our economy. Innovation, cleaner technologies, responsible forestry, and American-made energy solutions can reduce emissions without placing excessive costs on working families or driving jobs overseas.

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We don’t have to choose between protecting the environment and growing our economy. Good policy encourages innovation, supports conservation, and allows businesses, farmers, and manufacturers to succeed while protecting Vermont’s natural resources for future generations.

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Yes. I support reasonable congressional term limits because fresh perspectives improve government and encourage accountability. Public service should be about serving the country—not building a lifelong political career.

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Affordability. Too many families, seniors, young professionals, and small businesses are struggling with rising costs. If we don’t reverse that trend, Vermont will continue losing people, workers, and economic opportunity.

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A member of Congress should aggressively advocate for Vermont. I will work with federal agencies, committee members, and colleagues from both parties to ensure Vermont competes for infrastructure funding, broadband expansion, rural healthcare investments, agricultural programs, veterans’ services, and economic development grants. Bringing federal dollars home requires relationships, persistence, and showing up.