The Issues
Explore Karen René's proactive approach to addressing the pressing issues facing the 13th Congressional District. From economic development to healthcare reform, Karen's policies are grounded in a commitment to delivering tangible results for the community. Dive into her comprehensive stance on key issues and discover how she plans to make a positive impact on the lives of district residents.
Working Families Wages
Advocate for a living wage, paid family and medical leave, and affordable childcare options to support working families and reduce income inequality.
Economic Development
Invest in small businesses and entrepreneurial opportunities by providing access to capital and resources, supporting local economic development initiatives, and promoting job growth in emerging industries.
Housing
Workforce Housing for working families, increasing funding for public housing programs, and implementing policies to prevent predatory lending and housing discrimination.
Youth Development
Support initiatives that provide mentorship, afterschool programs, and extracurricular activities for at-risk youth, and invest in education and job training programs to give young people the tools they need to succeed.
Protecting Our Seniors
Increase food stamps for Seniors, strengthen Social Security and Medicare, and implement safeguards against elder abuse and financial exploitation, while also expanding access to affordable healthcare and long-term care options for seniors.
Job Training Programs
Increase federal funding for job training and reentry programs, and collaborate with local employers to create pathways for individuals to receive the necessary skills and credentials for in-demand jobs.
Immigration Reform
Karen champions comprehensive immigration reform, including a pathway to citizenship. Your contribution will support efforts to create a fair and just immigration system.
Environment
Communities of color are disproportionately victimized by environmental hazards and are far more likely to live in areas with heavy pollution. As a result, the people in these communities often suffer from a myriad of health disparities, such as asthma, cancer, lead poisoning, obesity, and hyperactivity. As your Congresswoman, I will work to improve our environment and ensure everyone has access to clean air, and water. It is clear that in order to live healthy, happy lives the quality of our water and air must improve.
Infrastructure Funding
Secure federal funding to improve roads, water and sewage, bridges, and public transit systems, and expand high-speed internet access to rural and underserved communities.
Latest News
May 2024
Progressive Democrats Choose Karen René for Congress Over Incumbent
LAWRENCEVILLE – Just days before the May 21 primary, Progressive Democrats of America, PDA, a large, vocal wing of the Democratic Party, and the Progressive Democrats…
May 2024
Voices of Muslims Endorses Karen René for Congress
ATLANTA — Voices of Muslims a grass-root organization of Muslim Americans in Georgia, endorsed Karen René today in her bid to win the 13th Congressional…
May 2024
Candidate Forum & Luncheon Sponsored by the Greater Gwinnett Reentry Alliance
Leading congressional candidate Karen René told about 200 people at the candidate forum sponsored by the Greater Gwinnett Reentry Alliance how her legislative experience as…