For many years, I have been a vocal advocate for inclusive practices in scientific fields, to promote the participation and retention of scientists from historically underrepresented backgrounds (especially racial minorities, women, trans/nonbinary, and LGBTQ+ folks, and those from low-income households and first-generation college students). In science, the most innovative ideas result from collaborations among people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. I believe that the same is true of governing bodies at all levels. Additionally, local government should represent the diversity that exists in the community itself. I believe the Kenosha County Board currently does not represent the diversity that exists in Kenosha County, and by bringing new perspectives into the decision-making process, I hope to enrich the governing body and the decisions that it makes.