Idaho Families First
History
I was born in a communist country where freedoms we take for granted in America—speech, religion, assembly, even the right to own firearms—did not exist. When I was four, my father publicly protested in the streets of Bucharest, demanding religious liberty and basic human rights. That courage earned him an arrest, repeated interrogations, and put our entire family in danger. For nearly a year before we left Romania, my mother refused to leave his side, fearing he might be killed.
By God’s grace, we survived. With the help of the Reagan administration, my family was granted visas to immigrate to the United States. We arrived in Twin Falls through the CSI refugee program with nothing but a suitcase of clothes, a Bible, and the belief that anything was possible in America. My parents worked hard, built a business, and chased the American Dream. My sisters and I are continuing that pursuit today.
About
I am a Republican because of Ronald Reagan. His administration not only stood firm against communism but also welcomed immigrants like my family. Because of a Republican president and a Republican Party that championed freedom abroad, I gained the freedoms I was denied at birth. For that, I will always be a Republican.
But it’s more than my personal story. I am a Republican because I believe in limited government that trusts people—not bureaucrats—to make decisions for their families. I believe in fiscal responsibility and low taxes that let hard-working Idahoans keep more of what they earn. I believe strong families are the backbone of strong communities. And I believe in law and order, secure borders, and a strong national defense that keeps America safe and free.
These values aren’t just Republican values—they’re Idaho values. And they are worth protecting for generations to come.
Experience
My parents valued education and hard work, and they instilled those values in me. Around the kitchen table, I debated current events with my dad—learning to think critically and to advocate for what I believe.
I became the first in my family to attend college, earning a B.S. in Political Science and Economics from the University of Idaho, followed by a law degree from the University of Idaho College of Law. While many classmates went into law because of family tradition, I went because I wanted to understand the law—and use it to defend the rights I had gained as an American.
After law school, I returned to Twin Falls. My first job was prosecuting criminal cases for the City of Kimberly, an experience that deepened my respect for law enforcement and the crucial role they play in keeping our communities safe—especially as illegal immigration continues to threaten border security and public safety.
For nearly two decades, I have also practiced bankruptcy law. My clients come from across the Magic Valley, and I see firsthand the financial struggles families face. Inflation, rising housing costs, and heavy taxes are real and recurring challenges. These aren’t just statistics—they are the lived experiences of Idaho families I serve every day.
Representation
Here in the Magic Valley, we have six legislators between Districts 24 and 25. Unfortunately, four of them—Sen. Zuiderveld, Sen. Kohl, Rep. Hostetler, and Rep. Leavitt—chose to carry bills for dark-money donors from out of state instead of solving real problems for Idaho families. They alienated fellow Republicans in Boise and, as a result, not one of their bills became law. That’s not the representation our families deserve.
Good representation requires good working relationships. I’ve learned this firsthand through service on the board of the Commercial Law & Bankruptcy Section of the Idaho State Bar, the Twin Falls Urban Renewal Agency, and as a member of the Twin Falls City Council. I now serve as president of the Southern Idaho Republican Women. In every role, I’ve seen that lasting results come from building trust and working together.
Last session, I worked with Rep. Clow to pass HB 282, which reformed Idaho’s homestead exemption law. I drafted the bill language, and together we got it through committees, the House, and the Senate. It was signed into law in July 2025. Because of that law, married couples are no longer penalized for being married—they can each protect up to $175,000 in home equity when financial disaster strikes. Fewer Idahoans will lose their homes, and more families can provide stability for their children. That’s what good representation looks like.
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Why I’m Running
After much thought and prayer, I felt called to run for the legislature in District 24. Every day I hear from Idaho families about their struggles—stretching each dollar, worrying about safety, questioning where their tax dollars are going. These challenges are real, and they are not getting easier.
I am running because it’s time to put Idaho Families First. We must:
- Make life more affordable.
- Keep our communities safe.
- Ensure we keep taxes low to benefit hard-working Idahoans.
When we put families first, we build a prosperous Idaho where every family has the chance to chase their dreams right here at home. That’s the Idaho future worth fighting for.
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