I teach English at Oak Park River Forest High School as well as at The School at the Art Institute of Chicago. My role as a writing teacher is to welcome students into the literary community. As a library board trustee, that would be an abiding value.

Stories build civilizations, which is why everyone must be allowed to tell their stories. Censoring whose stories are told has real-world consequences: it determines who gets to exist and who gets to have power. Knowing this, I understand what is at stake when books are banned.

Showing up is a creative act. We must use the political space and voice we have to create a better and kinder world. I decided to run for trustee because I love the library and I can use all my voice, power, creativity, and love to make sure it stays a library for all for always.