Joe knows that too many Ohio families are feeling squeezed by rising costs. Groceries, housing, utilities, childcare, and everyday expenses are climbing faster than wages. That is why Joe is committed to lowering costs, strengthening consumer protections, and ensuring families can build stability. He supports tax policies that ease the burden on working people and investments that reduce the cost of living across the region. Joe believes every family deserves the freedom to thrive without being priced out of their community.

Joe echo's President Clinton's belief that "it's the economy, stupid." Lorain County's economic strength once relied heavily on manufacturing. It's time to pivot to future-oriented jobs that utilize the region's natural assets—its lakeshore, extensive transport networks, and skilled workforce. Joe supports policies that empower both workers and businesses, fostering a robust middle class and rewarding those who invest in the community.

When billionaires plot massive data center deals behind closed doors, our communities pay the price. New construction will be paused until local impact concerns are addressed, our resources and environment are protected, and local labor is employed and paid a prevailing wage.

One medical crisis shouldn't mean financial catastrophe. Joe is committed to affordable, quality healthcare for all Ohioans, with prevention, accountability, and pricing transparency so Ohioans can truly shop for their health coverage. The opioid epidemic is a public health emergency claiming lives across Ohio daily. Joe advocates for expanded access to treatment, stronger education on substance abuse, and accountability for pharmaceutical companies. Every individual deserves the right to make decisions about their own body without government interference. Joe stands firm on protecting and expanding access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare.

Ohio was once a beacon of educational excellence. Recently, however, its schools have been compromised by detrimental state policies. Education should uplift, not be hindered by political games or profit motives. Joe advocates for legislation that enriches public education, equipping children to be well-rounded, 21st-century learners and future leaders.

The Flock controversy exposed a system that treats personal information as property. Joe is committed to a comprehensive Ohio digital privacy law that guarantees warrants for data access, limits indefinite data retention, gives Ohioans control over their own data, and requires independent oversight rather than self-policing. Giving up privacy should not be the price of admission to daily life.

Clean water is a vital resource, not an optional one. The district's proximity to Lake Erie and other natural treasures demands responsible stewardship. Joe will champion laws that protect the environment—water, land, and air—from those who prioritize profit over the community's health and future.

Joe understands that agriculture is the backbone of Ohio’s economy and a defining part of life in Huron and Lorain Counties. As ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee and a strong supporter of local farmers, he knows the challenges they face. Joe supports policies that protect family farms, strengthen rural infrastructure, expand market access, and promote sustainable practices that keep Ohio agriculture competitive. He believes in defending the farming communities that feed our state and fuel our economy.