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She advocates for policies like “democracy dollars,” which would give citizens a fixed amount to support candidates, and approaches to streamline and modernize government agencies—particularly those addressing homelessness and social welfare—to make them more effective and integrated.
Addressing Homelessness and Substance Abuse
Erica considers homelessness her district’s top issue. She proposes targeted solutions, including reforming foster care to prevent youth from becoming homeless at transition age, investing in mental health infrastructure, and implementing accountability measures for shelters. She believes addiction is a central issue, urging a combination of robust support services and consequences for behaviors.