System Instability: The Unchecked Choices That Imperil Our Economy
The basic systems we rely on—for our jobs, the prices we pay, and the government services we've earned—are becoming less stable and less reliable. This isn't happening by accident. It's the result of a series of reckless decisions in Washington that are breaking the systems that hold our economy together, and the Republican-led Congress is unwilling to step up for the people.
First, the rich got richer. The Republican Congress, with our representative's support, passed the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act.' The OBBBA tax breaks heavily favor the ultra-wealthy to the tune of $4 trillion. These giveaways strain government revenue, increase inequality, and burden the public with more debt.
Second, the tariffs. The administration has launched an incoherent trade war, slapping tariffs on everyday goods. A tariff is just a tax that gets passed directly on to you, making everything more expensive and hurting our small businesses. These tariffs are also closing markets to American industry, causing job losses.
Third, the immigration crackdown. A smart immigration system is a vital part of a healthy economy, especially here in Arizona. But the administration's chaotic and cruel crackdown has created instability, leading to labor shortages in critical sectors like construction and agriculture. This drives up prices for all of us and threatens small businesses that rely on that labor.
Finally, the attack on our government itself. The "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) has been used to fire thousands of experienced, non-partisan civil servants. These are the people who process your Social Security checks and your passports. Firing them is not 'efficiency'; it is deliberately breaking the system, causing delays and chaos for seniors, veterans, and families who rely on these essential services.
As a System Engineer, my job is to build systems that work. I'm running for Congress to bring that same approach to Washington: to restore stability, to demand accountability, and to get our government working for you again. It's time to fix this.
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