Recently one of the worst pieces of policy I have ever seen passed the Senate and House and was signed into law. The Republican majority and the Trump administration called it “beautiful,“ but there is nothing beautiful about the Big Bad Ugly Bill. This new law will take health care and food assistance away from millions of people in need. It cuts education funding and reverses the progress we've made on transitioning to clean energy. Millions of people will be hurt, jobs and lives will be lost, and, shockingly, the national debt will grow by 3-4 TRILLION dollars. And who wins? Wealthy individuals and large corporations will get a tax break and ICE gets way more funding. These priorities do not reflect the needs of the Oregonians I am honored to represent.
Before the vote, I heard from many constituents in NW Oregon who expressed their overwhelming opposition to this harmful and partisan legislation. I strongly opposed this bill and remain extremely concerned about the harm it will inflict on the people of NW Oregon.

Our country does better when we open doors of opportunity, treat people with humanity, and break down barriers. This bill does nothing to Make America Great Again; it's dangerous, mean, and regressive. I’m committed to doing everything in my power to fight against these harmful cuts to education, environmental protections, healthcare, and the economic security hardworking Americans deserve. |