Background: Development director of a large nonprofit; special education teacher.

Why I got into public service: To elevate the quality of life in my community.

Top Issue: Access to affordable health care.

Guiding Value: The Jewish principle of "tikun olam"-- repairing the world. I have to leave Michigan a little better place when I am no longer in public service.

#1 Rule of Politics: Never have to play "catch up" at election time. I am always accessible, visible, and active in my districtyear 'round.