Issues
Rudy Lozano will work to create new jobs, improve our schools, and ensure our neighborhoods are safe.
Jobs and Economy: Rudy will create new jobs by supporting local businesses. He will partner with growing green industries to invest in job training and certification programs. He will invest in rebuilding the district’s infrastructure to create new jobs. And as your representative in Springfield, he will fight for living wages and labor rights for all.
Public Safety: Rudy will prevent crime by creating jobs and providing after-school programs for youth. He will invest in proven gang intervention and violence reduction programs including CeaseFire and Safety Networks. He will work with law enforcement to ensure they have the training and resources they need to work effectively with the district’s diverse communities, reduce response times, and increase police presence in high-need areas.
Education: Rudy will improve local schools. He will fight for the district’s fair share of federal and state funds to reduce class sizes, support teachers, and improve bilingual education, and expand after-school programs. He will work with parents and communities to ensure local school oversight and accountability.
Health Care Access: Access to affordable quality health care is a fundamental human right. I have been a strong supporter of expanding and improving health access. As a community organizer, I have seen residents of the district suffer from inadequate medical resources and supports. Lack of affordable health care impacts all aspects of one’s life. Skipping annual medical check-ups can lead to serious and costly health problems in the future.
Immigration: Immigrant rights are human rights. I have been a vocal leader for immigrant rights. I have marched with millions in Illinois, and advocated Congressmen in Washington D.C. I believe that as a country, and as a state, we must advance humane policy and provide pathways to citizenship to bring immigrants—their families and communities— out of the shadows. Undocumented communities must be protected from unjust deportations and ensure immigrants are supported, not exploited, at work, at home and in our communities.
