Worker’s Rights & Economic Development

We need an economy that works for everyone in Massachusetts. I am running to fight for an economy that puts power back in the hands of the working class and the small businesses that define our towns, rather than in the hands of the billionaire class and corporate lobbyists. We need structural changes that ensure regional equity and a living wage that actually reflects the reality of our modern economy in 2026.

The cost of everything, from eggs to rent and consumer products, has skyrocketed due to inflation and federal tariffs, yet wages have remained stagnant since 2023. I will fight to raise the minimum wage and tie it to the rate of inflation, as other states, such as Vermont do, so that working families no longer feel themselves slipping behind as inflation reduces the purchasing power of their paychecks. When workers have money in their pockets, they spend it at our local shops and restaurants, fueling our local economy.

Economic Development:

Our district has had subpar public transit for decades, which has limited our job opportunities and choked our local growth. I will fight to restore Northern Tier Passenger Rail. By restoring this service, we can revitalize our downtowns and enable our residents to access high-paying jobs, all while reducing our carbon footprint.

Our local businesses are the heart of our community, but they are often limited by the same red tape that mega-corporations easily bypass. I am committed to cutting the bureaucratic red tape that hurts local shops while directing state funds toward revitalization projects in our town centers. By investing in our communities and supporting local small businesses, we make our local economy more resilient and attractive to both residents and visitors. We need an economy built from the ground up that respects the dignity of work and the unique needs of our rural community.