I grew up in Sutton—and I still have my childhood 865- phone number. I spent 25 years as a director and producer, making shows you've probably seen and films in places from Everest to Tel Aviv. My job was to listen to people and help them tell their story.

My career took me around the world, but I came home. This is where my roots are. I am raising my family here.

And here's what I know, as a mom, as a daughter, as a taxpayer, and as a citizen: the cost of living is crushing working families, seniors are struggling to stay in their homes, young people can't afford to buy a starter place, and neighbors have forgotten how to talk to each other. I'm running because I believe we can fix this—but only if we stop yelling past each other and start solving problems together.

I left Sutton to build a career. I came home to serve.