Sadly, Oregon is one of the highest taxed states in the nation. Oregon democrats and the federal government have a spending problem and grossly abuse the use of increasing taxes to cover their negligent mismanagement.  She believes that smaller government and lower taxes are the keys to strong economic growth. As a city councilor and state advocate she fought tirelessly for lower taxes, less bureaucracy and eliminating government overreach into our pocketbooks, especially when we are facing the highest inflation and increased costs. This is a very important kitchen table issue and continuing to raise taxes on our businesses and families will only result in the loss of revenue as people and business flee the state. She believes the solution is to lower taxes so that we can increase jobs and financial security for all residents and businesses in the state.