It is becoming increasingly evident that families in Yolo County and California at large have struggled with rising costs and a political system that seems slow to respond. I, like many others, have become increasingly nihilistic in regard to political representation in recent years, as I have felt that few politicians truly have the best interests of their constituents, both socially and politically, at heart. However, I write this letter in genuine support of a progressive politician who I think is actually capable of making serious changes in regard to affordability and quality of day-to-day life: Eric Jones.
While our current representative has served for many years, many of us feel Washington hasn’t kept pace with the real challenges we face at home. Eric Jones is running on a clear, practical platform that speaks directly to those challenges.
Some of his campaign promises that appeal to me most are his pledges to end monopoly abuses, especially in regard to PG&E, demanding accountability and fair rates for ratepayers who have no other options. He also supports expanding Medicare to cover dental, vision, hearing aids and nursing care in the home, which are basic needs that should not be luxuries in retirement.
For working families, Jones proposes universal childcare to ease the burden on parents, along with a $10,000 middle-class tax credit to provide real relief right now. He would improve access to mental health care, lower prescription drug and health insurance costs, and launch a major effort to build more housing so that prices stop rising beyond reach.
I understand that many of these policies may not be possible given the current Republican-controlled House, but if this changes in this midterm election, it would be amazing to see a politician who better represents my interests than the incumbent, Mike Thompson.
I am deeply concerned about the national debt, which is why I was relieved to find that Eric Jones actually has a plan to pay for these investments, as Eric Jones supports increasing taxes on the wealthy, ensuring those at the top contribute their fair share.
At a time when trust in government is low, Jones has emphasized transparency, grassroots engagement and a willingness to challenge corporate power. That’s exactly the kind of leadership we need in Congress.
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And how is empty suit Eric Jones going to pay for all the ornaments on his Christmas Tree? Oh yeah, I know, he is going to tax his rich friends who donate $7000 a pop to his campaign. The same friends who own the corporations that he doesn’t accept money from.
” He also supports expanding Medicare to cover dental, vision, hearing aids and nursing care in the home, which are basic needs that should not be luxuries in retirement.
For working families, Jones proposes universal childcare to ease the burden on parents, along with a $10,000 middle-class tax credit to provide real relief right now. He would improve access to mental health care, lower prescription drug and health insurance costs”
“I am deeply concerned about the national debt, which is why I was relieved to find that Eric Jones actually has a plan to pay for these investments, as Eric Jones supports increasing taxes on the wealthy, ensuring those at the top contribute their fair share.”
How is taxing the rich actually going to pay for all of this? Has anyone done the math? How many of the rich will just uproot and move to Florida or Texas? Does taxing the rich actually end up bringing in less revenue when they all leave?
Dude, aren’t you always supporting Trump? He is the biggest deficit spender in American history.