Having owned a farm since 1975 in addition to co-owning several pharmacy stores over the years, I've learned first-hand what our small businesses and farms are up against. Small businesses are the economic engine that drives our economy. We must take some of the burdensome regulations off their backs to help get folks back to work. As a state senator, I will be a strong advocate for policies that bring jobs to our district, while simultaneously creating an environment that helps our existing businesses expand and grow.