Mia Love
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Running for U.S. Representative, Utah, 4th District (2018)
Biography
Mia Love’s innovative attitude and dynamic presence are deeply rooted from her experience in the American dream. Her parents fled Haiti to escape from political corruption taking with them the powerful hope that comes from the possibility of freedom. Growing up in Connecticut, Mia recalls both parents working hard to earn a living, her father at times taking on second jobs cleaning toilets to pay for school for their three children. Mia recognized from a young age the power of sacrifice and the need for enduring values in the community.
On the day of Mia’s college orientation, her father said something to her that would become the ethos for her life: “Mia, your mother and I never took a handout. You will not be a burden to society. You will give back.” This statement lit a fire under Mia as she went through her education and work experience. Her desire was much more than just getting a diploma from the University of Hartford or earning a paycheck. Her path has always been one with drive and purpose as she helped those around her to understand the power of sacrifice. Mia continued to work as her parents had before her, lifting and serving those around her. As she solidified her faith, her dynamic outlook led her to find her husband Jason as well as embracing the journey of moving to Utah. With concerns of the rising generation- her own children- Mia saw the need for leadership in her community and thinking back to her father’s advice decided to take a stand and serve for two terms on the city council of Saratoga Springs, one of Utah’s fastest growing cities. As City Councilwoman and eventually Mayor, Mia led the city through a period of 1700% population growth in a decade with her passion and excitement for change. Under her leadership, the city was able to successfully navigate the drastic transition from agricultural fields to a booming residential community. With taxes to implement and a booming community to support, Mia made it possible for people to be inspired to experience the American dream.
Congresswoman Love has taken a stand in Washington as she has raised Utah’s voice in the House of Representatives. She is a tireless advocate of the need for personal accountability and the possibilities that come to every citizen when power remains in the hands of the people.
Source: Love 4 Utah.com
Priorities
Education
As a mother with three children enrolled in public schools, quality education is extremely important to Mia. Mia believes in a strong educational system that will allow America to continue in its role as the world’s premier leader in scientific research and technological development. She supports a system that prepares students for the workplace. Mia has worked hard to push for reforms that bring about necessary changes.
Health Care
Mia believes that Utahns should have access to high quality, affordable health care options that best meet their needs. She has met with hundreds of Utah individuals and families and has seen the damaging effects Obamacare has had on hardworking Utah families. It drives up premiums and deductible costs, reduces options, stifles innovation, and fosters fraud. Mia believes a better system is possible.
National Security
Mia has worked hard to ensure that the country counters extremists across the world, works to promote freedom, and modernizes its military to deter all threats in the 21st Century.
Jobs & The Economy
Prior to serving in Congress, Mia used her term as mayor of Saratoga Springs to create a pro-growth environment. Today, she continues to work hard to advance policies that support an economy that provides opportunities for everyone. She fights to ensure all families have quality employment opportunities. She fights for fewer, lower, and simpler taxes for all. And she regularly supports legislation that allows Utah’s small businesses to thrive.
Taxes
Utahns and local businesses deserve to keep their hard-earned money and use it as they please. Tax rates on both individuals and businesses are too high, discouraging investment and endangering the American dream. Americans not only pay a myriad of visible taxes, but also pay hidden taxes imposed upon them through burdensome regulations. In fact, dozens of “major” rules and regulations, each costing the economy more than $100 million, are added each year with little or no transparency. Moreover, the federal tax code is too cumbersome and complex to navigate, and the costs of complying with filing requirements are paid in both time and money. Simply put, the country’s tax system is a mess. That’s why Mia will continue to work hard to simplify our nation’s tax code and reduce tax rates on families and businesses. She has a proven record of opposing tax increases and working to right-size the regulatory state. She will fight for real reforms until Utahns receive the relief they deserve.
Veterans
No one is a stronger supporter of our nation’s military veterans than Mia Love. These men and women have voluntarily risked their lives defending freedom, courageously serving in our nation’s many wars and conflicts across the world. They are heroes who have consistently and willingly answered the many calls issued to them, and Mia believes in honoring their sacrifice.
Immigration
As the daughter of immigrant parents, Mia understands the importance of sound immigration policy. The US has been both economically and culturally enriched by the determination, strength, and diversity of immigrants who have sought better lives on American soil. Mia supports legal immigration, and has fought for an immigration system that facilitates the American dream and incentivizes would-be immigrants to arrive through the proper channels. She has worked hard, and will work even harder, to secure the US border, prevent visa overstays and abuses, and modernize the outdated legal immigration system.
Senior Citizens
Utah’s seniors have spent their entire working lives paying into Medicare and Social Security, and they deserve all the benefits they receive from those programs. While in Congress, Mia has fought to preserve both Medicare and Social Security. She worked to ensure federal regulators did not cut Medicare Advantage, and she voted against legislation that endangered Social Security funds. Utah’s seniors deserve the benefits they have earned, and Mia pledges to continue to stand on their behalf in Washington.
Source: Love 4 Utah.com
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Running for U.S. Representative, Utah, 4th District (2018)
Biography
Mia Love’s innovative attitude and dynamic presence are deeply rooted from her experience in the American dream. Her parents fled Haiti to escape from political corruption taking with them the powerful hope that comes from the possibility of freedom. Growing up in Connecticut, Mia recalls both parents working hard to earn a living, her father at times taking on second jobs cleaning toilets to pay for school for their three children. Mia recognized from a young age the power of sacrifice and the need for enduring values in the community.
On the day of Mia’s college orientation, her father said something to her that would become the ethos for her life: “Mia, your mother and I never took a handout. You will not be a burden to society. You will give back.” This statement lit a fire under Mia as she went through her education and work experience. Her desire was much more than just getting a diploma from the University of Hartford or earning a paycheck. Her path has always been one with drive and purpose as she helped those around her to understand the power of sacrifice. Mia continued to work as her parents had before her, lifting and serving those around her. As she solidified her faith, her dynamic outlook led her to find her husband Jason as well as embracing the journey of moving to Utah. With concerns of the rising generation- her own children- Mia saw the need for leadership in her community and thinking back to her father’s advice decided to take a stand and serve for two terms on the city council of Saratoga Springs, one of Utah’s fastest growing cities. As City Councilwoman and eventually Mayor, Mia led the city through a period of 1700% population growth in a decade with her passion and excitement for change. Under her leadership, the city was able to successfully navigate the drastic transition from agricultural fields to a booming residential community. With taxes to implement and a booming community to support, Mia made it possible for people to be inspired to experience the American dream.
Congresswoman Love has taken a stand in Washington as she has raised Utah’s voice in the House of Representatives. She is a tireless advocate of the need for personal accountability and the possibilities that come to every citizen when power remains in the hands of the people.
Source: Love 4 Utah.com
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