Gretel has seen what happens when families cannot access the care they need, whether it is because services are underfunded, hospitals are stretched thin, or politicians put ideology ahead of people. Across rural and underserved communities, too many residents face long drives, high costs, and limited options just to see a doctor.

Gretel understands that small businesses and family farms are the backbone of local economies across Texas and the country. In many communities, local entrepreneurs, ranchers, and growers keep the economy moving, create jobs, and preserve the character and culture of their regions. Too often they are overlooked while large corporations receive the benefits and attention.

Gretel believes every community deserves an economy that works for working people, not just for the wealthy or well-connected. She has seen how years of underinvestment, rising costs, and political gridlock have made it harder for families to get ahead. Too many people are working multiple jobs, struggling with housing costs, and facing barriers to stable, good-paying work.

Gretel believes our immigration system should reflect fairness, dignity, and the values that define our nation. For too long, Congress has failed to act, leaving families in uncertainty and communities without the stability they deserve. Gretel knows that immigrants strengthen Texas.

Gretel spent 25 years safeguarding America’s most treasured landscapes, from deserts to coastlines to mountain parks. She saw firsthand how weakened protections, political interference, and underfunding threaten the places people rely on for clean air, clean water, recreation, and cultural heritage