Lori Trahan in Survey of 2018 House campaign websites


On Budget & Economy: Restore economic fairness to all, not just those at top

Lori believes that we need an economy that works for everyone and addresses the economic anxiety that plays out in the homes of working families each day. Lori understands that a strong economy and access to good education create economic opportunity for working-class families across the nation. We need to restore basic fairness to our economy and get it working for everyone, not just those at the top.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Civil Rights: Close the pay gap: give women equal pay for equal work

Work to close the pay gap. It's no secret, women earn less than men across our economy--especially women of color. By placing an emphasis on pay transparency and preventing employers from asking prospective hires about their salary histories, we can help ensure that women are compensated equally for their work.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Drugs: Substance abuse culture must change: promote rehabilitation

We need to change the culture around substance use and promote rehabilitation. Lori wants to empower communities to enact programs that teach adolescents about drug use and addiction across the state of Massachusetts. Lori believes we need to step up and provide more federal dollars to support prevention, treatment, and transitional programs. Destigmatize substance use disorder treatment. Prioritize rehabilitation and treatment over incarceration for low-level and nonviolent drug offenses.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Education: High quality public education is key to our economic future

Lori Trahan believes that high quality, public education is the key to unlocking our nation's true economic potential, a path towards creating new opportunities, and ensuring that the American Dream is still attainable for all. Lori will help to improve and offer support for improving our public schools and universities for students, teachers, and parents. Higher-education and student loans shouldn't be a barrier to achieving your dreams.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Energy & Oil: Supports alternative energy source with no barriers to entry

Push to expand access to cost-saving renewable energy for low-income households. Lori understands that our environment and our economy will benefit from a fresh commitment to an alternative energy source and that we must make sure there is no barrier to entry for families seeking to run their homes in a green, affordable way.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Environment: Hold responsible those who pollute the biosphere

Lori will hold those who sully the environment and pollute the biosphere responsible for their actions. Clean air and clean water are human rights. Lori knows that low-income communities of color are disproportionately saddled with high levels of pollution and toxic hazards. Lori understands that climate change will affect low-income and minority communities. Lori will work towards comprehensive climate change policies that do not leave any demographic behind.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Families & Children: Put working/middle class families first, not corporations

"We need more voices in Washington who are going to stand up to Donald Trump, hold this Administration accountable and restore the values of our country," Trahan said. "We need a Congress that puts working and middle class families first; and not corporations and special interests."
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Families & Children: Pass paid family leave and make it gender-neutral

Pass and promote paid family and gender-neutral leave. Lori understands that we need to apply family leave programs to all genders. Each parent should enjoy an equal opportunity to bond with their child, care for their parent, or recover from illness. Removing gendered language from policies will abolish the stereotype that women are more likely to use services and reduce the number of women passed over for employment.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Government Reform: Ambitious campaign finance and voting reform plan

Lori understands that Americans are skeptical about our political system. With trust in our institutions at an all-time low, Lori wants to help foster a stronger relationship between citizens and their government. Lori supports an ambitious campaign finance reform plan and will also work to break down the barriers that exist in civic engagement. Lori understands that voting is one of the most important rights we as Americans have and she intends to expand that right, not restrict it.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Gun Control: Comprehensive background checks; no concealed carry

Lori believes we need to put an end to the cycle of gun violence that is taking too many lives in our schools and our communities. Ban and buy back all extended-capacity magazines. Broaden the definition of "domestic abuser". Expanding the prohibition on gun ownership. Enhance gun storage laws. No-fly, No-buy. Comprehensive background checks at every point of sale. Oppose concealed carry reciprocity. Create a Select Committee on Gun Violence.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Health Care: Defend & expand ObamaCare; as a right, not a privilege

In Congress, Lori Trahan will lead the fight to expand health care access for every American and making sure costs are affordable. Healthcare is a right, not a privilege. Defend and expand the Affordable Care Act, which helps cover over 20 million Americans. Defend access to reproductive health care. Bring down out-of-pocket costs and deductibles. Reduce the cost of prescription drugs. Double the funding for community health centers.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Immigration: Work to fix broken immigration system & protect rights

Lori is committed to protecting the rights of immigrants. She will work to fix our broken immigration system and ensure that everyone, regardless of your origin, has a fair shot at citizenship and the American Dream. Lori, whose ancestors came to this country from Portugal and Brazil, understands that we are a nation of immigrants. Lori will seek to reverse the current political rhetoric towards of tone of acceptance and one that treats those who come to our country with value and dignity.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Principles & Values: Fight to protect shared values

I am an optimist. My version of making America great is solidarity in purpose. There will be times when we need to fight to protect our shared values. I will not tolerate any assault on women, minorities, immigrants, veterans, the disabled, or our environment from this administration.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Social Security: Fight to keep Social Security uncut & safe for seniors

Trahan said families want a representative they know, someone who has a first-hand understanding of their issues, and one they can trust will fight for them. "Working class people are afraid--they are afraid their Social Security will be cut, they worry about being able to support their families, and they fear for their children's futures," said Trahan. "People want a government that works for them and they want a representative who shares their feelings, their experiences, and their story."
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Tax Reform: Bring equity back to tax code; close loopholes for wealthy

Restore basic equity to our tax code. Wealthy families shouldn't pay a lower tax rate than hardworking middle-class families. In Congress, Lori wants to close the loopholes that unfairly position middle-class families and don't allow them to take full advantage of the economy.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

On Technology: Unlock public funds for infrastructure upgrades

Unlock public funding to promote smart infrastructure improvements and create jobs. Lori wants to revitalize our cities and towns and strengthen our regional economy.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com Oct 9, 2018

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