Eric Yonce

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First, we need to actually have an immigration system that works. Right now, too many people are stuck in backlogs, uncertainty, and a process that often doesn’t match our economic reality. I support an immigration system rooted in law, rooted in fairness, and one people can realistically work through. That means secure and orderly processing, modernizing the system so applications don’t take years, and creating legal pathways for people who want to come here, work, contribute, and follow the rules. I also support pathways to citizenship for people who have been here legally, working, paying taxes, contributing to their communities, and meeting the requirements we set. America has always been strengthened by people who want to build a life here. We should be welcoming to those who come through the process, while maintaining accountability and making sure the system actually functions.

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Yes. Climate change is a financial threat to the economy. Right now, we have a government that does not want to trust science and act on what we are seeing happen around us. The planet is warming. Sea level rise is real. We are already seeing changes in weather patterns and increased pressure on infrastructure and communities. Animal and people migration will continue to happen more and more as some areas of the earth become harder to live in. Not to mention we keep building in areas that are in harm’s way of natural disasters while expecting taxpayers and insurance markets to absorb the cost. Those disasters are becoming more intense and more expensive. All of this creates a financial threat to our economy. Higher insurance costs. More infrastructure repairs. Higher food costs. More disaster recovery spending. Ignoring it doesn’t save money. It just pushes the bill onto the next generation.

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My top two legislative priorities for the next congressional term focus on what I see as two of the biggest long-term threats to our country: restoring trust in our democracy and preparing for the rapid rise of artificial intelligence. First, we need to remove the influence of money from politics. That means taking steps to overturn Citizens United, banning stock trading by members of Congress, and reforming campaign finance laws so elected officials are accountable to voters instead of wealthy donors and special interests. People should believe government works for them. Second, we need to address AI proactively. AI will reshape our economy and society, and government cannot wait until the consequences are already here. We need rules that encourage innovation while protecting workers, ensuring transparency and privacy, and addressing the environmental impacts of data centers. If we fail to act now, we risk weakening both our democracy and our economic future.

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Freedom of speech means the right to say, express, and write what you believe and feel without fear of government punishment. It’s the freedom to celebrate, the freedom to protest, the freedom to criticize, and the freedom to disagree. It’s what allows a society to be open and honest, even when the conversation is uncomfortable. At the same time, that freedom comes with responsibility. It does not include causing bodily harm to others or infringing on their rights. Freedom of speech only works when it applies to everyone, even people we strongly disagree with. That’s what keeps it real, and what keeps it protected.

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It's a shared responsibility. The President has direct executive control, but Congress has oversight authority. We have 3 co-equal branches of government for a reason, to provide proper oversight. Congress needs to reclaim and assert its power back.

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If documentary proof of citizenship becomes required to register to vote then we have a responsibility to make sure every eligible citizen can realistically obtain it. That means helping people access the documents they need like certified birth certificates and marriage records without creating unnecessary financial or bureaucratic barriers. Right now those costs and paperwork requirements can be a real obstacle especially for women who may have changed their names or for people who do not have easy access to records. I would support and fight for a federal program to help cover the cost of obtaining these documents and streamline the process through state and federal coordination. We should also work with community organizations that are already helping people navigate and pay for documentation. If we are going to require proof then we also have to make sure no eligible citizen is left out because of cost or complexity.

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For preschool, I believe the federal government should help make early childhood education free and accessible for every child. No child should be denied early learning because of cost. It sets the foundation for everything that follows. For K through 12, the federal government should make sure public education funding stays in public schools and strengthens them. We also need baseline educational standards across the board, public and private. Right now, there is too much inconsistency in what students are taught, and that creates unequal preparation for college and the workforce. For higher education, we should focus on affordability and access. That includes supporting community colleges and vocational schools, so they are affordable and available to anyone who wants to build a career through skilled training or higher education without being buried in debt.

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Expand affordable and workforce housing while protecting renters and homeowners.

Stabilize insurance through resilience investments and federal reinsurance.

Fight price gouging, enforce antitrust laws, and ban congressional stock trading.

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Help small businesses grow and revitalize vacant properties.

Create apprenticeships and reskilling programs for an economy reshaped by technology.

Address homelessness through coordinated housing, food, health, and workforce support.

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Protect organizing rights and strengthen unions.

Support wages, schedules, hours, and benefits that reflect the real cost of living.

Create safeguards so AI and automation strengthen workers instead of leaving them behind.

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Ask the wealthiest Americans to contribute a fairer share.

Negotiate prescription prices and strengthen meaningful cost-of-living adjustments.

Protect benefits while modernizing systems and cracking down on fraud.

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Protect reproductive freedom and personal medical privacy.

Keep healthcare decisions between patients and their providers.

Defend freedom of religion—and freedom from government-imposed religion.

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Prioritize diplomacy, partnerships, and genuine strategic threats.

Reduce military intervention when the United States is not directly threatened.

Condition foreign assistance on international law and human rights.

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Use modern technology and proper staffing to secure borders.

Focus enforcement on real public-safety threats, not contributing families and students.

Create clear pathways to citizenship through lasting bipartisan reform.

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Require safety training and competency standards for new purchases.

Strengthen background checks for histories of serious violence or dangerous crises.

Keep firearms away from genuine threats while respecting responsible owners.

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Raise teacher pay and help rural schools recruit and retain staff.

Fully support special-needs students, unhoused children, and English learners.

Expand vocational, technical, and STEM pathways tied to local careers.

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Discourage reckless development in floodplains, wetlands, and vulnerable coastal zones.

Expand resilience grants, stormwater projects, and green infrastructure.

Give local communities a stronger voice in responsible, science-based growth.

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Fund lifesaving equipment and mental-health support for first responders.

Expand VA care, transitional housing, and suicide-prevention services.

Build apprenticeships, job training, and civilian career pathways for veterans.