I am a 32 year old sixth grade teacher at Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School in Northwest Reno.  I am the Democratic candidate for the 2nd Congressional District in Nevada.  I am a single mother of three beautiful children, Kelton 10, Kennedy 7 and O'Keeffe 5.

I grew up in Sacramento and Reno.  I attended Reno High School 1981 - 1984, where I was on the State Champion Softball Team.  I was selected as the MVP of Nevada in 1984. I graduated from Rio Americano High School in Sacramento in 1985 and accepted a full softball scholarship to the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque.

I became active with several campus organizations including the Racial Awareness Task Force Committee.  I was a consultant to the Black Student union.  We brought in speakers like Reverend Bevel and Jesse Jackson.  After graduation, I took my first teaching position in the inner city school system in Compton, CA.  This is when my "real" education began.

The following year I was the owner/operator of a pre-school in Albuquerque where the curriculum was based on multiculturalism environment.  We were able to attract a diverse clientele.  After three years, I moved to Nevada to care for my ill father.  After his death, I began teaching within the Reno school systems.  In the past few years I have been recognized for several achievements.

For me it's not about the awards - it's about the kids whose lives I touch. It's about preparing them for a world that has unlimited opportunities for each of them.  I try to instill within each of them that any thing is possible if they are willing to commit to it and work hard to achieve it.

It is with these children's interest I have stepped forward to challenge Jim Gibbons in the 2000 Congressional Race.  I want every child to believe that any one of us can and should participate in our government.  We do not have to be rich with money - only rich with ideas and possibilities. We need to have a deep love for this country and an appreciation for ALL it's diverse citizens.

To me special interest should mean "the interest of all citizens".  Every politician in Washington should have the best interest of each and every citizen they represent.  That is what this country was founded on and that is why so many have sacrificed so much.

Please take a moment to read my views while at this site.  I have written my views not to be "politically correct" but rather to share in honesty with you how I feel about these issues.  As a representative in Congress my job would be to welcome all persons views and opinions and to make decisions based on what the majority is feeling.  My grandfather use to tell each of us "no matter what you go out in to world to do, do it based on what you know to be the right thing to do".

Let me know your thoughts on my web page.  I also would ask you to join me in September to vote democratic and help me get to Congress so I can represent your interest in our government.  My teacher's salary is no match for Jim Gibbons massive election funds so I would also appreciate any contributions you might be able to spare.  It does take money to get your ideas out to the voters and I will do the best I can with what I've got and appreciate your support.  Even if you do not feel you can support me, be sure to exercise your right to vote....