Lisette Cifaldi, a resident of Hilton Head Island, today announced her candidacy for the South Carolina House District 123 seat in the upcoming election.
“As we commemorate Women’s History Month, I am stepping into the race for the SC House seat for District 123 to amplify the voices that have been marginalized in South Carolina," said Cifaldi. “My primary motivation for entering this race is based on two simple facts. First, South Carolina ranks as the third worst state in terms of female representation in its state legislature. Secondly, South Carolina is the only state with an all-male Supreme Court. Many decisions that have a significant impact on women are being made with no women in the room. The time has come to address the critical issues facing women's rights in my home state and be part of the solution."
As a psychotherapist for over 25 years, Cifaldi said she understands the urgent need for accessible mental health services in the Lowcountry.
Cifaldi said her campaign will prioritize the following issues:
- Improving Healthcare Access: Cifaldi aims to implement policies ensuring comprehensive and affordable healthcare coverage and prioritizing access to essential services such as reproductive health and mental health care
- Investing in Education: Cifaldi wants to address funding disparities and teacher shortages. She believes creating a safe school environment for teachers and kids needs to be prioritized
- Economic Opportunity: Cifaldi advocates for measures supporting job growth, small businesses, affordable housing, and addressing income inequality to create sustainable employment pathways for citizens
- Gun Safety Regulations: Cifaldi proposes implementing common-sense gun regulations including mandatory background checks, closing the Charleston Loophole, and safety training to ensure responsible gun ownership and to protect citizens from harm. She believes the new permitless carry bill poses a significant risk to public safety and potentially increases the likelihood of gun violence and accidents.
- Environmental Preservation: Cifaldi stresses the importance of preserving and protecting the Lowcountry environment, as well as proactively addressing the impacts of climate changes, and strengthening adaptation and resilience measures for South Carolina’s coastal communities and natural resources.
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