When I signed my declaration of candidacy in 2018 and 2020, I swore an oath to protect and defend the Constitution from all enemies, foreign and domestic. That remains my highest commitment. True national security is not built by bombs. It is built through diplomacy, respect for human rights, strategic global partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to international law.
America must reclaim its role as a global leader in peacebuilding and humanitarian leadership, not just military dominance.
I stand in absolute support of Ukraine in its fight to defend its sovereignty, democracy, and people from Vladimir Putin’s illegal and genocidal invasion. This war is not just about borders. It is about the future of democratic values in the face of authoritarian aggression.
The United States must continue providing robust humanitarian aid, military support, and diplomatic backing for Ukraine’s defense and reconstruction. Supporting Ukraine is a strategic investment in global stability and the rule of law.
I cannot and will not look away as tens of thousands of Palestinian civilians, many of them children, are killed, starved, or displaced through military action funded in part by U.S. tax dollars. What Israel is doing in to the people of Gaza is genocide.
As a human rights advocate, I believe all people deserve dignity, safety, and freedom. That includes both Palestinians and Israelis. I support a ceasefire, the end of unconditional U.S. military aid to Israel, and a renewed push for a just, lasting political solution that protects both Israeli and Palestinian lives.
For too long, Congress has abdicated its responsibility to oversee war. Endless authorizations have allowed administrations of both parties to wage undeclared wars in the name of national security, without a clear mission, a plan for peace, or proper care for those who serve.
Meanwhile, the U.S. maintains over 800 military bases worldwide and spends more on defense than the next eight countries combined. It’s time we reassess these priorities. National security includes protecting people from poverty, displacement, and climate collapse, not just armed threats.
I believe unilateral military force should be a last resort, not a first response. I believe diplomacy, humanitarian aid, and multilateral cooperation are more effective and more moral tools for building peace and resilience.
And I believe that real security means:
As your Representative, I will:
America’s role in the world should reflect the best of who we are: compassionate, principled, and unafraid to lead with integrity. I believe in a foreign policy that upholds human rights, supports democratic movements, and promotes global cooperation to confront shared challenges like climate change, food insecurity, and forced migration.
My own perspective was shaped by the time spent living in rural El Salvador and by my service on the board of Cristosal, a leading human rights organization in Central America. That experience deepened my belief that U.S. policy must center the dignity of people, not just the interests of powerful governments. When we lead with our values, invest in diplomacy, and partner with communities, we build a safer, more just world for everyone.
