Why I'm Voting for Lisa Borowski

 ~ Reflections on Why I'm Voting for Lisa Borowski for PA State Representative ~ 

Whether you’re a single-issue voter or have many concerns about the future of Pennsylvania, Lisa Borowski has you covered.  

 

There are many reasons why Lisa Borowski is my candidate in this election. For me, Lisa checks all the right boxes. She cares about everyday people and providing them with the opportunity to lead healthy and meaningful lives. 

 

Lisa is dedicated to protecting the lives of women and families by fighting for access to affordable healthcare for all Pennsylvanians. Lisa cares about women’s rights and safe access to reproductive healthcare. She believes that a women’s right to choose is up to the individual and their doctor and not the personal beliefs of politicians.

 

Gun violence is in the news constantly. As of 2022, firearms officially kill more young adults than car accidents. Lisa believes in common sense gun reform that will close loopholes and enforce red flag laws that are already in place. Universal background checks are essential, as is the importance of preventing troubled and dangerous individuals from obtaining firearms at gun shows without wait times and proper investigation.

 

As a Commissioner, Lisa supported clean energy initiatives and will continue to work hard to make sure that our environment is healthy and safe for future generations. Increases in asthma and other respiratory diseases, increases in food and environmental allergies, increases in cancer and other insidious illnesses are the result of bad actors who failed to take proper precautions to safeguard the environment for the children of tomorrow. This is an urgent issue that requires dedication and hard work. It is essential to elect a candidate in 2022 that cares about living standards in 2052.

 

Lisa will fight to raise wages, improve working conditions, and better work-life balance for Pennsylvanians. Lisa cares about the wellbeing of everyday folks who have been struggling through years of pandemic turmoil.

 

Some may have forgotten that unions are why we have a weekend. Lisa grew up in a family that respected the value of unions for creating fair and equitable working conditions. Pennsylvania’s workers are the backbone of our economy. Lisa will fight to ensure workers are granted the rights they deserve.

 

For a number of years, I lived in Monongalia County in West Virginia. I worked a number of jobs including driving rideshare for Uber and Lyft. I learned a lot during my time as a rideshare driver. A common saying in West Virginia is, “In England they drive on the left side of the road and in West Virginia we drive on what’s left of it.” It’s funny, but it’s also a serious issue. Pennsylvania is not West Virginia. That being said, some issues cross state lines. Maintaining roads matters to citizens everywhere. As Commissioner, Lisa understood the importance of infrastructure and pushed for increased spending on previously underfunded maintenance projects.

 

Pennsylvania is ranked 2^nd in the nation (behind Iowa) for having the most bridges that are rated in poor condition. It’s important to remember that sometimes the fabric of our society is woven together by factors that are easily overlooked. When we overlook them for too long we run into trouble. Lisa knows it’s essential that we do not push aside necessary upkeep because rocky roads lead to a rocky economy.

 

Lisa’s career showcases a person who is committed to the importance of education. She has held top positions and helped create a much needed full-day kindergarten program.

 

Lisa believes in the importance of early childhood education and fair pay for teachers. Increasing public funding for our public schools is a top priority for Lisa. We have a massive teacher deficit which means a brain drain down the road when our students are not as prepared as others. Caring about Pennsylvania’s children means taking care of our teachers.

 

Having a revolving door of teachers means students grow up in a system that lacks stability.  Reductions in teacher turnover results in better test scores for Pennsylvania’s students. If we believe the value of a teacher is equivalent to the value of a pediatrician, then maybe we should consider raising teacher pay to align with that of a pediatrician. Doing so would mean more teachers would enter the field and not have to choose between their own livelihood and their love for teaching.

 

On Election Day, Tuesday November 8^th, I will be voting for Lisa Borowski and I hope you will join me in doing so.

 

Of course, the most important thing of all is that you vote and encourage others to do so as well.

 

—     Mark Danowsky (Wayne, PA)

 

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Mark Danowsky is an editor and writer. He was born in Bala Cynwyd. Mark lived for a number of years in Northwest Philadelphia, in Mt. Airy and Germantown, and also briefly lived in a small town in Lancaster County. He currently resides in Wayne.