THE ISSUES & PRIORITIES
Jonathan cares deeply about the issues facing 182nd district and across PA -- and is already hard at work building coalitions and engaging his networks to address them for his neighbors.
Jonathan has the Vision & Experience we Need in Harrisburg Now!
“My passion for public service is rooted in a belief that when we all do better, we all do better. I’m fighting for the safety and success of all workers, and supporting the importance of unions; affordable and inclusive healthcare and housing; essential services for our seniors and veterans; gun-free, fully-funded schools; supporting our arts and culture institutions; preserving our environment; and protecting Philadelphians’ vote.”
Strengthening our Economy for All: Businesses, Unions, and Working Families
Putting People & Families First
From higher wages, to paid family leave, to an unprecedented investment in affordable housing, Jonathan will work to make the life of working families in the District easier and more successful. We must make state resources work for the people.
Bringing Needed Experience Passing Small Business Legislation
We need an economic champion! With over 25 pro-small business laws passed in 13 states, opening up billions of dollars in economic development, businesses big & small have never had a stronger, more experienced champion than Jonathan.
Unwavering Support for Labor
As a union member for 15 years, Jonathan knows unions are the living embodiment of “when we all do better, we all do better.” He’ll protect the right to organize, demand fair wages & safety, combat misclassifications, and promote apprenticeships.
Ready his AffintyInc profile “Community, Commerce and Candidacy”
Saving Lives and Increasing Public Safety
Ending Gun Violence
As an ardent support of Cease Fire PA, Brady, Everytown for Gun Safety, and the Anti-Violence Project, Jonathan will continue advancing effective gun safety policies to keep our schools, families, and communities safe from hate and violence.
Investing in Crime Reduction Solutions
Jonathan will not let crime be a barrier to a better life in Philadelphia. Across PA we must fund public safety equitably, finally ban ghost guns and assault weapons, toughen requirements, and reverse gun show loopholes and private buyer exemptions.
Fully Supporting Mental Healthcare & Housing Affordability
We must close the revenue loopholes that have prevented PA from investing more heavily in community healthcare centers and homelessness support, housing subsidies and rezoning assistance for working families, and help keep neighbors housed & working.
Watch his remarks at a Philly Gun Violence Rally
Equality & Justice for ALL
Championing Equity & Equality
Jonathan fights and wins for BIPOC communities, veterans, those with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ citizens across America– and he will be one of the strongest, most experienced voices fighting for their rights and opportunities in Harrisburg.
Defending Reproductive Rights
The women of PA deserve someone who will fight with all he has to protect ensure their freedom of choice and right to privacy is protected. Most Saturday mornings you’ll find him as patient escort at the Planned Parenthood in Center City.
Reducing Incarceration with Proven Solutions
The solution is not to lock up our neighbors, but to make the system fairer and safer for all. We can begin by legalizing cannabis, expunging records, and investing in Black and Brown communities affected by systemic racism and over-policing.
Read his Equality Op-Ed “Running for All of Us”
Stronger Schools and a Cleaner Environment
Funding PA’s Educational Future
Fixing the public school funding formula is critical to his campaign as the son and brother of teachers. Our students deserve an equal, equitable education regardless of zip code or antiquated spending priorities like vouchers.
Investing in our Young People
Jonathan will increase funding for mentorship and career training initiatives to create a pipeline of young, diverse leaders to power the future of PA. CTEs, apprenticeships, and other public programs build strong futures and reduces crime.
Saving Our Commonwealth, Our Planet
Ensuring our Commonwealth is doing its part to protect our home and investing in cleaner solutions is a moral and economic imperative. Jonathan will help Leadership demonstrate that Going Green and growing our economy are not mutually exclusive.
Watch Him Lead a Vaccination Town Hall for Hundreds of Neighbors
Protecting Progressive Values and Culture
Service First, Always
A state legislator’s number one responsibility is constituent services — being accessible and doing all he can to improve the quality of life of his neighbors is Jonathan’s top priority. You’ll never have to wonder if he’s working for YOU.
Protecting Elections and Voter Confidence
He firmly believes your voice is your power and will always defend it. That is why Jonathan helped found the PhillyVoting.org initiative in 2020, expanding voter registration and civic confidence in Philadelphia.
Investing in the Arts
The arts inspire creativity and empathy; the arts create jobs; the arts drive strong economies. Philly’s artistic treasures deserve a champion who knows how to fight for them and promote their importance when budgets are being decided.
Watch him discussing voting rights on Action News