Jennifer O’Mara: On the Issues
Improving public education
“I’m a certified teacher, and I understand what’s going on in Pennsylvania’s schools. Public school teachers need all of our support for the hard work they’re doing to provide the best education possible for our kids and our communities.”
Protecting women's rights
“Between the #MeToo movement and efforts to restrict a woman’s constitutionally-protected right to choose, women’s equality needs to be a top priority for our legislators in Harrisburg. I want to be an advocate for women’s rights and women’s equality.”
fighting for working families and unions
“I come from a union family, and I know exactly how important unions are to both members and their families and to all workers. In Harrisburg, I promise to fight for the rights of unions and their workers.”
Expanding and Protecting the right to vote
“I'm proud of the progress we made on voting rights in this state when we passed Act 77. But I won't stop fighting back against attempts to roll back our voting rights or disenfranchise voters, and I won't stop fighting to make it easier for all our state's voters to have their voice heard.”
Access to quality Healthcare
“Healthcare is a human right. I want to ensure that all Pennyslvanians, regardless of race, class, or location, have access to quality care.”
Advocating for our environment
“We need to be working towards clean and renewable energy across the state. Pennsylvania produces 2% of the entire world’s carbon emissions - we need to take steps now to keep our air and water clean and our communities strong and healthy.”
standing up for the lgbtqia+ Community
“Today and everyday, I’m proud to be an ally of the LBGTQIA+ community both in Delco and across the state. I'll always do my part to reject hateful legislation that discriminates against people based on their sexuality or gender orientation and to extend nondiscrimination protections to my LGBTQIA+ neighbors.”
increasing Racial Equity
“I’m fighting for a Commonwealth where the color of your skin does not determine your treatment by the legal system and the police, the quality of your life, or your opportunity to succeed.”
Common sense gun legislation
“Gun deaths in the United States are far, far too high. We need common sense gun control to protect our schools, our families, and our communities.”
quality care for our veterans
“I served as an advocate for my husband, Brad, during the Disability Pension Application process at the VA. He served two tours in Afghanistan and has two Purple Hearts, and the services provided by the VA have been essential to our family.”
Aiding our First Responders
“First responders are the backbone of our communities. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to keep us safe. We must do everything we can to ensure our firefighters, police officers, and EMS workers are cared for throughout their lifetimes.”
Working for you
“I ran for office to represent my constituents, and to work to ensure you have access to the government services you need. I’m proud to be named one of the country’s 11 most accessible legislators.”
Commitment to Mental Health
“We must work together to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health disorders and help those who are struggling get they help they need.”
Protecting seniors and homeowners
"I've been knocking doors for over a year, and every day I hear from seniors that their property taxes are too high, that they need our help. As a legislator, I will fight for my constituents and listen to their voices."
taking on the harrisburg establishment
“Too many of the Republican legislators are in the pocket of private interest groups. We need a government that represents the people, not the corporations.”