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I’m excited to announce… That I took a break. 🙂 I finally had the opportunity to take my first vacation in 8 years. In those eight years since, I; started college, graduated college, started my career, moved to Washington D.C. and spent more than 3 years here. Working 8 years straight in a political career with no time off will break you down, it will exhaust you, it will hurt you. This in addition to frequent unemployment, uncertainty, doordashing to make ends meet, and life changes and events. It all catches up to you eventually, nobody is invincible. I took 12 days off and put my phone on airplane mode for 12 days too, to travel to France 🇫🇷 and see Versailles, Paris, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, Rocamadour, Figeac, the 24hrs of Le Mans, and to relax and chase after life. It was the time of my life, and I was so blessed to be able to experience this trip with a group of great friends and French natives. I learned to speak a little French, made new friends, took risks, created cherished memories, tried new things, laughed, cried, smiled, discovered new music, ate amazing food, and found peace. Oh, and I got some amazing photos. My heart was broken to leave after such an amazing trip. It felt like I spent months in France at the end of it all. But I came back feeling better mentally, physically, and emotionally. It was clear; I was long overdue for a vacation. I hope you never let yourself get to the point I did, and I hope you take your vacation time to explore, see the world, and recharge yourself. Work shouldn’t be your entire life. You have to make room for rest and adventure. You will be better for it, I promise. Work will be there when you get back.

🚀 Exciting News Alert! 🚀 Delve into the heart of American global leadership with my latest Substack article: "America: The Arsenal of Democracy." 💡 In this thought-provoking piece, we not only explore America's industrial might but also delve into its crucial role in shaping global conflicts, particularly in regions like Ukraine. As tensions continue to simmer in Eastern Europe, it's essential to understand the significance of American leadership in defending and supporting democracy worldwide. 🌍 From providing crucial military aid to supporting diplomatic efforts, the United States plays a pivotal role in safeguarding Ukraine's sovereignty and preserving democracy in the region. Discover how American support and aid shape the world and the course of history by ensuring a brighter future for nations striving for freedom and democracy. 💪 🔗 Dive into the article here: https://lnkd.in/ePVuZnN6 Ready to learn how American and European support of Ukraine is shaping the future of democracy? Join me on this enlightening journey! Don't forget to share your thoughts and insights in the comments below. Let's ignite a discussion that celebrates the importance of international cooperation! 🌟 #AmericanLeadership #Ukraine #Geopolitics #GlobalStability #Substack #Article #MustRead #LinkedInLearning

📢 Calling all changemakers! 📢 🌟 Make Your Voice Heard: Support H.R. 6655, the "A Stronger Workforce for America Act"! 🌟 Today, I'm reaching out with an urgent call to action to shape the future of our workforce. H.R. 6655, also known as the "A Stronger Workforce for America Act," is a transformative piece of legislation designed to enhance access to essential skills training and education. By investing in programs that equip workers with the tools they need to succeed, we can unlock countless opportunities for growth, innovation, and economic prosperity. H.R. 6655 will give thousands of workers the opportunities, skills, and training they need to put food on the table for their families, adapt to a changing economy, and become a more competitive candidate in the most in-demand jobs! But here's where I need your help: to ensure that H.R. 6655 becomes a reality, we need to amplify our voices and urge our Senators to take action. By visiting www.aiha.org/advocacy, you can easily send a message to your Senator expressing your support for this critical legislation. Together, let's empower individuals to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market. Join me in making a difference! Visit www.aiha.org/advocacy and support H.R. 6655 today. Thank you for your commitment to building a better tomorrow.

A landmark moment for farm labor safety. The U.S. Department of Labor released their final rule on improving protections for temporary agriculture workers in the United States (H-2A), and I am over the moon to share that the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)’s comments that were submitted in response to this rule were accepted! Not only were they accepted, we were referenced FIVE times out of hundreds of comments by the Department in full rebuke of Big Ag’s comments stating that issues and abuses of H-2A laborers are confined to a “few bad apples” in a landmark rulemaking that changes the foundation of H-2A workers’ rights, substantially increasing protections for them. Every worker deserves to come home healthy and safe, they deserve to be paid what they are owed, and they deserve to be able to report hazards and labor rights violations without fear of reprisal. For decades, the industrial agriculture industry has had a proven, documented, and well studied track record of unacceptable risk and abuse in the H-2A visa program, and yesterday, the U.S. Government took a stand and held industrial agriculture accountable. I am overwhelmed that our comments played a small but substantive part in the shaping of the department’s final rule on this topic. Read the full rulemaking below: https://lnkd.in/ejinjAUd