The men and women who served this country deserve more than a thank you. They deserve a government that shows up for them. Massachusetts has a responsibility to ensure every veteran who calls this state home has access to the support, opportunities, and resources they have earned.

No veteran should ever be homeless. I support expanding housing protections and creating more housing and workforce opportunities tailored to the challenges many veterans face when transitioning back to civilian life. Serving your country should never leave you without a roof over your head or a path forward.

We must also do more to address mental health and suicide prevention. Veterans face these challenges at disproportionately high rates, and our response has not gone far enough. I will fight to expand access to mental health services and support systems specifically designed for veterans so that no one who served is left to face those battles alone.

Accessing the benefits veterans have earned should never feel like navigating a bureaucratic maze. I will push to cut red tape and streamline the process so Massachusetts veterans can access the benefits and services they are owed without unnecessary delays or barriers.

Finally, when the state spends taxpayer dollars, veteran-owned businesses should have a fair shot to compete and succeed. I support policies that create more opportunity for veteran entrepreneurs and help honor their service through meaningful economic opportunity.