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LD18 State Representative Candidates

Candidates are placed in alphabetical order by last name.

There are two (2) open seats for this election.

Mitzi Epstein

Democratic Party / Incumbent

 

Why are you running?

We should never foist laws upon people without listening first.  I am serving the people of Arizona as State Representative because strong solutions to problems require input from many stakeholders, not just a few well-connected people. Policies and laws about public education, health, and safety must be made with open doors to all the voices of Arizonans. As a computer and business systems analyst, I bring my professional expertise to my work in the legislature in the form of analytical evaluation of the consequences of bills, and in the form of furthering highly transparent and inclusive processes. If we make the process for making laws better, then our schools, healthcare, and work can all become even better.

 

Top 3 issues you would like to focus on (?):

1. COVID-19 Relief: I have facilitated the establishment of 6 work groups in the House Democratic Caucus to develop a

comprehensive plan to help hard-working people and support the economy. Small businesses in particular need support

beyond the federal programs. Also, schools need enormous support during this pandemic to continue to help every child learn, and keep every person healthy.

2. A budget that serves the people of Arizona and is fiscally responsible

3. Racial Justice: For immediate action, we are calling upon the Governor to call a Special Session to address Police Reform issues. For the longer term, we formed the Racial Justice Work Group to develop policies to address systemic racism. We can improve our policies in the whole justice system and beyond it.

 

How will your campaign embody the values of the Chandler Chamber?

Local businesses thrive when their customers thrive. The Chandler Chamber values making strong communities and so do I.

 

How will the Chamber’s endorsement help you in the race?

I always value the meetings and workshops with the Chandler Chamber because they are great opportunities to listen to people who are running the businesses that make Chandler a fantastic place to work, learn, and play.

 

 

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Jennifer Jermaine
Democratic Party / Incumbent

Why are you running?
I'm running for re-election to continue to serve the people and businesses of LD18. My legislative focus is on restoring education funding, protecting our civil rights, and honoring our shared values.

Top 3 issues you would like to focus on:

  1. Investing in education - to do this, we should find efficiencies in other departments and reallocate funds.
  2. Infrastructure investment - this includes roads, bridges, dams, water/sewer/utility, and the state's technological infrastructure. Efficiencies can be found and major repairs can be reduced through proper maintenance and investment in infrastructure.
  3. Growing the economy - this needs to be revenue positive tax credits, working with the ACA to bring in established businesses, investing in startups, and incentivizing the hiring of local AZ talent.

How will your campaign embody the values of the Chandler Chamber?
I am former Chamber Membership Director and a founding member of #yesphx and Phoenix Startup Week. I have a history of working across the aisle to create and extend programs that nurture business growth and foster business expansion in Arizona.

How will the Chamber’s endorsement help you in the race?
The Chandler Chamber is well respected in my district and an endorsement sends the message that I am a partner for the business community.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Bob Robson
Republican Party

Why are you running?
I want to be part of the solutions to the complex problems that face our state…

Top 3 issues you would like to focus on:

  1. Our economy
  2. Education
  3. Public Safety

How will your campaign embody the values of the Chandler Chamber?
I worked for the citizens of Chandler on the City Council and in the State House for over 22 years.  I well understand the values of Chandler and all my campaigns embodied them.

How will the Chamber’s endorsement help you in the race?
The respect the Chandler Chamber has in the community would help any campaign.

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