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It was a pleasure to attend the New Canaan Republican Town Committee event featuring Congressman Mike Lawler as the keynote speaker. It was also great to speak with him and talk about our nuclear power proposal to turn de-commissioned submarines into power plants.
What impressed me most was not any single policy position, but his approach to public service. In a time when politics often rewards division and partisan rhetoric, Congressman Lawler spoke about governing, solving problems, and representing everyone in his district—not just those who agree with him.
He addressed many of the challenges facing families throughout Connecticut and New York, including rising healthcare costs, energy affordability, public safety, immigration, taxes, and national security. Whether discussing the cost of health insurance, the impact of energy policy on utility bills, or the importance of securing our borders while supporting legal immigration, he focused on issues that affect everyday Americans. These are all issues that are central to my campaign as well.
As Chairman of the House Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee, Congressman Lawler also spoke forcefully about the threat posed by Iran, the importance of supporting Israel, and the need for American leadership in preserving peace and stability around the world. His willingness to discuss these issues directly and substantively was refreshing.
As a physician who later became an attorney and is now stepping forward to run for Congress, I found his remarks especially encouraging.
Too often, our politics is dominated by career politicians who have spent most of their lives inside government. My own path has been different. I spent decades caring for patients, advocating for families, building a medical practice, and later practicing law. Through those experiences, I have seen firsthand how government decisions affect people’s lives—from healthcare affordability and workforce challenges to energy costs and public safety.
Congressman Lawler’s success demonstrates that voters are still looking for leaders who bring real-world experience to public office. Leaders who understand the challenges facing families because they have lived them. Leaders who are willing to work across differences while standing firmly on principle.
I was particularly encouraged by his belief that elected officials must represent their entire district. That is a lesson I have carried throughout my own campaign. Public service should not be about ideology or political theater. It should be about listening, leading, and delivering results for the people we are privileged to serve.
Lawler on Himes
Congressman Lawler also addressed my opponent, Congressman Jim Himes. He expressed disappointment that Himes, who entered Congress with a reputation as a moderate, has increasingly aligned himself with partisan positions on issues involving national security and intelligence oversight.
Himes was never a moderate and wrote an almost 100 page essay extolling the virtues of the Marxist Dictator of Nicaragua Daniel Ortega.
Lawler argued that national security should never be a partisan issue. As America prepares to host major international events, including World Cup activities in the New York metropolitan region starting today, and as we approach the 25th anniversary of September 11th, he emphasized the importance of maintaining strong homeland security capabilities and bipartisan cooperation on intelligence matters.
We need to protect our nation and stop playing partisan politics - America comes first
Congressman Represent All Constituents
One of the most compelling parts of Lawler’s remarks was his discussion of representation. He spoke about the responsibility of elected officials to advocate for the unique needs of their districts, even when doing so requires challenging leaders within their own party. He highlighted his efforts to increase the SALT deduction cap, recognizing the burden that high taxes place on families in New York and throughout the Northeast.
That willingness to put constituents first is exactly what voters deserve from their elected officials. That is what I am running on as well.
Connecticut faces serious challenges. Families are struggling with the cost of living. Energy prices remain too high. Housing is becoming less attainable. Young people increasingly question whether they can build their future here. Healthcare costs are skyrocketing. These problems demand practical solutions and leaders willing to put people ahead of politics.
I left the event optimistic. Optimistic because leaders like Congressman Lawler demonstrate that there is still room in public life for substance, common sense, and principled leadership.
I am running for Congress because I believe Connecticut families deserve that same kind of representation—leadership grounded in real-world experience, focused on results, and committed to putting people ahead of politics. I am running to represent you not the DC political machine.
Connecticut has been shortchanged for decades by our Federal elected officials. It is time for change.
I would appreciate your support and if you can contribute - every little bit helps gets our message out so we can change Connecticut for the better.
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