Since then I’ve had to lean heavily on my academic and professional background. Opposition research and community history has been enhanced by my study of literature. My degree in Non-Profit Management has helped me with policy review and legislative initiatives. And my experience in public, private, and higher education has given me the skill of reading, understanding, and synthesizing complex information so I can articulate a clear vision for the future of my village.

I love Johnson City and I’m proud to be a third generation resident. But love for a place isn’t enough. We need leadership rooted in service. We need someone who will listen first, collaborate always, and make decisions based on what’s best for all residents, not just a select few. We need to work strategically to restore trust in local government and create opportunities that make Johnson City a place where people want to live, work, and stay.

I didn’t step into politics to make a name for myself. I stepped in because my village deserves a helper—someone who rolls up her sleeves, asks the hard questions, and puts in the work to make life better for every neighbor. That’s what I’ve done in my professional career, in my beloved Ukrainian community, and it’s what I want to do as a public servant.