I am proud to have voted for the Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz presidential ticket. While I do have policy and ethical issues with some of the tickets’ policies, there is more potential for positive change through advocacy and lobbying within the Harris/Walz ticket than with the Trump/Vance ticket.

I support the Harris/Walz ticket for three reasons. First, I believe that the policy and personal integrity of the Harris/Walz ticket better reflects the Christian faith values that I hold, especially when you take seriously Christ’s gospel ministry proclamation in Luke 4:14-21, as well as the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23. I think that character matters and that the words people say matters. I respect how Harris and Walz present themselves and the ways in which they interact with others.

Second, this is a personal election. As Connor and I imagine having a family, a Trump presidency would put that into question. I take seriously the words of Trump, Clarence Thomas, Project 2025, and others when they suggest the overturning of same-sex marriage and the outlawing of same-sex couple adoption. Even if such restrictive proposals were sequestered within only certain states and we remained safe in Illinois, traveling into states that would not recognize our marriage would be dangerous. For example, if we had a car accident on our drive to visit family in other states, the hospitals in another state could keep Connor, me, and our kids apart. This is not a future that I want for any family, let alone my own, thus I eagerly support Harris/Walz who advocate for all families, including LGBTQIA+ families.

Third, Harris and Walz represent the diversity of America in a way that Trump/Vance do not. Harris and Walz exude integrity and genuineness in their relationships with their families, friends, and constituents. Furthermore, I cannot wait to vote for a fellow Nebraskan! Go big red!

For these reasons, I cast my vote for the Harris/Walz presidential ticket. I am happy to chat with folks who are unsure OR folks who disagree with me. I just ask that you please DM, text, or call me, not write in the comments. This post is a personal testimony, not an invitation for battles in the comment section.

And no matter what, please exercise your civic duty and make your voice heard: VOTE!

I will be praying for all Americans, for all candidates, for peace across the globe, and for all God’s beloved creation.

Thank you and God bless!