Issues

Six priorities for Maryland's 8th District

Putting your family first

Family First

Every policy decision in Congress ultimately affects families. Tax policy shapes whether households thrive or struggle. Education policy determines whether parents are respected in their children’s upbringing. Immigration policy impacts […]

Disability and Elderly

Maryland’s most vulnerable residents—the disabled and the elderly—deserve consistent, reliable support. Too many families face unnecessary barriers when trying to access basic services, benefits, and workplace accommodations for family members […]

School Choice

Parents should be empowered to choose the educational setting that best meets their child’s needs and parent preferences. Anita supports expanding school choice options and improving accountability and transparency in […]

Immigration and National Security

America’s immigration system is broken and requires serious reform. During parts of her 20-year career at the U.S. Department of State, Anita applied the Immigration and Nationality Act in practice, […]

Jobs and Economic Opportunity

Maryland’s economy is increasingly reliant on federal employment, particularly in Montgomery County and surrounding areas. When federal workforce changes occur, the impact is felt quickly across workers, small businesses, and […]

Government Accountability and Constituent Services

Families deserve a representative who is responsive and focused on Maryland’s 8th District. Too often, reaching help within federal systems can be slow or difficult or downright impossible when it […]