Showing Up, Listening, and Disagreeing Respectfully
Yesterday's League of Women Voters forum was a reminder of what democracy is supposed to look like: showing up, listening, asking hard questions, and disagreeing respectfully. Here's what I took away from the conversation.
A Full Room, German Food, and the Home Stretch
We filled a room with nearly 60 friends, neighbors and supporters for our Oktoberfest fundraiser. Here's what that night meant, and why it mattered heading into the final weeks.
Building the Next Chapter — Right Here in Illinois
The next chapter for the Bears should be written in Arlington Heights — built on partnership, union jobs, taxpayer protection, and shared success for Illinois families.
It Takes a Community — And Ours Showed The Heck Up
This meet & greet wasn’t about a campaign—it was about building a shared vision for the 27th District. When leadership is grounded in community, listening, and dignity, better policy follows.
A Night Celebrating Community in Arlington Heights
The Arlington Heights Chamber Gala was a great reminder of what makes Arlington Heights such a special place.
Thinking Big for the Future of Illinois
This week, I joined local and state leaders at a press conference to advocate for the Mega Project Bill—legislation that has the potential to unlock transformative economic development for communities across Illinois.
Living Dr. King’s Legacy Requires More Than Remembering
This week, I had the honor of attending the 56th Annual Remembrance Dinner of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. hosted by the Illinois Commission on Diversity and Human Relations.
Community Is an Act of Resistance
Tonight, I was honored to receive an award from the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness for ensuring that homelessness is not criminalized in Arlington Heights.
A Room Full of Belief - Proof That People Are Ready for Something Different
A room full of familiar faces, new connections, and a shared belief that our community is ready for something different.
This Week on the Trail: Community, Leadership, and the People Who Keep Illinois Moving
From kitchen-table conversations to holiday gatherings across the district, this week highlighted the leaders and neighbors who make our communities strong.
Together, We Are the Majority
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.
Women Leading the Way: Reflections from the Eleanor Roosevelt Tea
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.
Inside the Fire: A Day with the Arlington Heights Fire Department
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.
Refusing to Play Small: A Bold Vision for Our Communities
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.