02/22/2026
I am deeply honored and grateful to the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County for this recognition as Rising Star at the 2026 Annual Gala.
When I ran for office, it was never just about holding a title. It was about becoming a voice, a voice that uplifts our community, that understands our struggles, and that carries our stories into rooms where decisions are made.
Serving as State Representative for the vibrant and culturally rich Assembly District 9, representing the southwest side of Milwaukee and West Milwaukee, is one of the greatest privileges of my life. This district is filled with hardworking families, small business owners, dreamers, fighters, and generations of resilience. I see you. I hear you. And I am here because of you.
I have always believed that leadership means being accessible. It means that my constituents can walk up to me, call me, message me, and confide in me their concerns knowing they will be met with respect, understanding, and action.
This recognition is not mine alone. It belongs to our community. It belongs to every person who believed in me, a mother, a business owner and a survivor who simply wants to serve.
Thank you to the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County for this incredible honor. I remain committed to doing the work with heart, with courage, and always with our community at the center.
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