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Maura Keller's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

On The Ballot: Running, Democratic for U.S. House (GA) - District 3

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  • "For Maura, taking a stance on reproductive healthcare is easy: EVERYONE should have access to the care they need and have the right to make all decisions about their own body. The government should not come between Americans and their bodily autonomy; when Maura is sent to Congress, she will do everything in her power to both enshrine Roe v. Wade and expand on protections for women and birthing people across our nation." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "No one should be denied abortion access. Maura wholeheartedly believes that starting a family should be your choice, and she knows that the politics and religions of others should have no influence over your decisions. MAGA republicans will not stop until there is a national abortion ban. They are creating a world in which women must live in fear over their medical decisions, must accept violations of their privacy, and must risk their lives to carry nonviable fetuses to term– this is unacceptable." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Reproductive healthcare is not only about abortion access. The lack of OB-GYNs means that those who are trying to get pregnant and carry a pregnancy to term do not have the essential services needed throughout pregnancy. In Georgia, the maternal mortality rate is only getting worse. Recent data shows 30.2 pregnancy-related deaths per 100,000 live births between 2018 and 2020, up from 25.1 between 2017 and 2019. More than half of these deaths were among black women. The racial disparity in our state is sickening, and Maura will champion equitable healthcare for everyone as our next Democratic representative, ensuring that unnecessary deaths related to pregnancy and childbirth become a thing of the past." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "In District 3, 17.3% of the population are 65 and older, which is higher than Georgia’s average of 15.1%. Many of our seniors rely on Medicare for essential health services, putting 56% of our female seniors and 44% of male seniors at risk. If payments increase again without adjusting the threshold for benefits, many will be forced to pay for healthcare out of pocket or not have access to it at all. Maura is a supporter of legislation such as the Capping Drug Costs for Seniors Act of 2021, which creates an out-of-pocket maximum for beneficiaries in the Medicare Part D program, capping the cost at $2,000. She believes this is just the beginning, and that Congress can build upon this to expand healthcare protections for seniors and reduce the cost even more." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Maura believes that our society should take care of its citizens; instead, we are causing excessive stress for seniors who rely on our government for their quality of life. If politicians don’t prioritize updating our Social Security system, we are failing those who need it the most. Seniors are already forced to rely on food banks and family members just to survive retirement– and now, even that may not be enough." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Maura stands with District 3’s aging population and she is disgusted that Georgia consistently ranks at the bottom for quality of living for seniors. She wants to work on legislation that will bring Social Security into the 21st century, keeping in line with inflation and the cost of living. Recent increases to Social Security payments via the cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) have had the opposite effect for our seniors, with many being told they no longer qualify for Medicaid and food stamps. The increase in benefits that was supposed to help has sent many into poverty because our politicians are not prioritizing proper legislation that works for those receiving benefits." (www.maura4ga3.com)
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  • "Maura believes that criminal justice reform is paramount to the success of our nation. Statistics show that, per capita, more people are in prison in America than anywhere else in the world. That doesn’t mean that we have more criminals here; it means that we are failing our citizens. Our criminal justice system is flawed, and Maura intends to fix it by supporting progressive legislation in Congress that puts the needs of our communities first." (www.maura4ga3.com)
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  • "As well as interfering with ballot drop boxes, Maura understands the other tactics politicians are using to suppress the power of voters in Georgia. She believes that unnecessary voter roll purges, the closure of polling locations, the removal of mandatory weekend voting, and ridiculous rules like arresting people for handing out food and water to those waiting in line to vote, have no place in a country that wants fair and just elections." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Maura believes that we need to protect voting rights at the federal level to ensure that everyone has equal access to voting and the ability to participate in our democracy. In Georgia, State legislators have gone too far. They are introducing bills that violate our constitutional rights, affecting both Democrats and Republicans who want to cast their ballots, and disproportionately affecting communities of color. Congressional Representatives from District 3 have a history of choosing to disenfranchise their own voters—Maura will never." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "As a former Strategic Readiness Analyst, Maura knows that we need to rely on science and data to inform our policy– not conspiracy theories. Scientists and public health experts have made it clear that we need to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, sooner if we can. Maura backs this and supports legislation that will drastically reduce emissions such as clean energy infrastructure, which can save families a lot of money and create new jobs for American industry, all while helping the environment." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Maura champions a bold stance on climate justice, for both the planet and the people. If we don’t take action now, the damage to our planet will soon be irreversible." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "As a former Strategic Readiness Analyst, Maura knows that we need to rely on science and data to inform our policy– not conspiracy theories. Scientists and public health experts have made it clear that we need to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, sooner if we can. Maura backs this and supports legislation that will drastically reduce emissions such as clean energy infrastructure, which can save families a lot of money and create new jobs for American industry, all while helping the environment." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Maura champions a bold stance on climate justice, for both the planet and the people. If we don’t take action now, the damage to our planet will soon be irreversible." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Common sense legislation could have a huge impact on public safety and help prevent the horrific shootings that have become commonplace in our country. There is no requirement to store your weapon properly or have child safety locks, yet a parent will be arrested and charged if their child gets a hold of a gun and causes bodily harm. That’s because, deep down, we know that gun owners are wholly responsible for the firearms they possess, which is why we need guidelines in place that require safe storage." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Maura is a passionate advocate for gun safety legislation, understanding the Second Amendment while opposing reckless gun ownership. Currently, Georgia ranks 47th out of 50 for gun safety. Out of the 10 worst states that have guns stolen out of vehicles, we rank 5th. Our military and law enforcement are required to attend training on how and when to use a weapon, but an 18 year old can get an AR-15 without going through any training or safety procedures. How many more lives must be lost to gun violence before politicians stop pedaling party lines and start caring about the lives they represent in Congress?" (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Research consistently shows that the majority of Americans support universal background checks and Red Flag laws. Even Fox News conducted a survey on the issue, finding that 87% of Americans support requiring criminal background checks on all gun sales. 83% of those participants came from gun owning households. 81% support raising the legal age to buy a gun to 21, as right now young people can buy a military grade assault weapon but can’t go and buy a beer with their friends. 61% of Americans support banning assault rifles and semi-automatic weapons but, until we elect common sense politicians that listen to our citizens, we will never be able to prevent death by gun violence. Maura is committed to giving the American public the reforms they deserve. By enacting gun safety legislation, we can protect our loved ones and keep our communities safe" (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Health care is an issue that is on the minds of a lot of people in District 3. We have many who rely on Medicaid and Medicare, or who are trapped in their job simply because they can’t risk losing their insurance; we also have a significant number of uninsured people. The stress associated with getting medical attention leads many people to avoid going to the doctor, or to not fill a prescription because the cost has risen once again. Other countries around the world do not have the problems that we have. Maura believes that universal health care could be a reality for us one day, and in the meantime she is committed to lowering drug costs, canceling medical debt wherever possible, and guaranteeing that insurance companies aren’t ripping you off." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "When it comes to health care, Maura is endlessly committed to making sure every American can access the care they need. After working in Nuclear Medicine for many years, Maura knows just how important it is that we make health care accessible and affordable. She believes it is a basic right that we all deserve at all stages of our lives, and no one should ever have to choose between paying for life’s necessities or lifesaving medical services." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Maura will back legislation that supports paid leave, paid sick time, and paid time off. She believes that these protections are essential for workers, regardless of whether you’re a minimum wage worker or a CEO. Unpaid time off is not enough, and some workers don’t even have access to that. If you or a loved one are experiencing an unexpected illness, not getting paid leave will only add to your stress in an already difficult time. If you need maternity/paternity leave, you may be forced to come back to work sooner than what feels right for you and your family. This is just for medical and family matters; there are many Americans who don’t have the luxury of taking even a short vacation. Maura believes everyone should have the right to PTO and will advocate for this in Congress. Federal law does not guarantee workers a single paid day off, which leaves America behind the times compared to other developed nations. Paid family leave has been dropped from legislation multiple times and Maura wants to make sure that protections like this are passed once and for all." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "Health care is an issue that is on the minds of a lot of people in District 3. We have many who rely on Medicaid and Medicare, or who are trapped in their job simply because they can’t risk losing their insurance; we also have a significant number of uninsured people. The stress associated with getting medical attention leads many people to avoid going to the doctor, or to not fill a prescription because the cost has risen once again. Other countries around the world do not have the problems that we have. Maura believes that universal health care could be a reality for us one day, and in the meantime she is committed to lowering drug costs, canceling medical debt wherever possible, and guaranteeing that insurance companies aren’t ripping you off." (www.maura4ga3.com)
  • "In District 3, 17.3% of the population are 65 and older, which is higher than Georgia’s average of 15.1%. Many of our seniors rely on Medicare for essential health services, putting 56% of our female seniors and 44% of male seniors at risk. If payments increase again without adjusting the threshold for benefits, many will be forced to pay for healthcare out of pocket or not have access to it at all. Maura is a supporter of legislation such as the Capping Drug Costs for Seniors Act of 2021, which creates an out-of-pocket maximum for beneficiaries in the Medicare Part D program, capping the cost at $2,000. She believes this is just the beginning, and that Congress can build upon this to expand healthcare protections for seniors and reduce the cost even more." (www.maura4ga3.com)
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  • "Immigrants helped build our great nation, and have always been a part of our history. Today, we know that immigration is good for the economy. The more people working, studying and paying taxes the better. Republicans are quick to say that Democrats want to open the borders and let anyone in, but that’s not true. If we reformed and properly funded our immigration process, we would be able to prevent those with criminal records from entering the country with ease. Immigration reform includes protecting our borders, while offering better legal pathways to enter America. Right now, we are seeing very low rates of unemployment, which is great. But there are still jobs to fill, and we need immigration to help keep our country running smoothly. Maura believes it is time for bipartisan progress. We can change course and move away from hateful rhetoric and, instead, build a better future for everyone." (www.maura4ga3.com)
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