When I looked out into that room, I was reminded that when our communities link arms and stand together, we are unstoppable—and together, we will win.

Being surrounded by passionate women at the Eleanor Roosevelt Tea reminded me that when women come together, we don’t just talk—we make change happen.

Carina joined the Arlington Heights Fire Department for Fire Ops Day, gaining firsthand insight into the courage, teamwork, and dedication it takes to keep our community safe every day.

This campaign is about more than politics—it’s about refusing to play small when our future is on the line. From housing to healthcare, schools to safety, I’m ready to bring relentless leadership to Springfield.