Meet nicole Maldonado
As a Queer, Latina, Woman
As a Queer, Latina, Woman
As a Queer, Latina, Woman - Nicole Maldonado knows firsthand the MAGA movement attacks on Women, Immigrants, and the 2SLGBTQ+ communities - and that we must rally our communities to defend our democracy and uphold dignity and rights for all.
Spending part of her childhood in Colombia, Nicole was raised by a single mother and grandmother, who taught her the value of strength from an early age. Nicole credits her educators for teaching her the importance of acceptance and belonging. The power of community was instilled in Nicole from influential women and leaders in Oklahoma, making her who she is today.
Nicole earned a college scholarship to play tennis at Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant, where she studied Political Science. Nicole has worked in politics both on the campaign trail and at the state capitol with elected officials. She was recently recognized as NextGen 30 under 30 for her work as a community organizer and advocate. Currently, Nicole serves HD88 as a legislative assistant connecting residents to resources and Ward 2 on the Oklahoma City Community Public Safety Advisory Board.
House District 88 is a place where many neighbors have found safety and a welcoming community - hate has no home here. Nicole is committed to upholding the progressive values of House District 88 - Nicole will show up, stand up, and speak up for ALL our neighbors in House District 88 and in Oklahoma.
ISSUES
Women's Rights:
Oklahoma ranks last for women's rights and has the most restrictive abortion laws in the country. Nicole believes that Women’s Rights are Human Rights and will fight for fair treatment of all Oklahomans.
Nicole supports:
INCREASING ECONOMIC AND LABOR EQUITY
DEFENDING AND EXPANDING REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE
ENDING ALL FORMS OF OPPRESSION AGAINST WOMEN
2SLGBTQ+
Politicians like Ryan Walters, Kevin Stitt, and Donald Trump are creating an environment where our 2SLGBTQ+ neighbors DO NOT feel welcomed or safe. As a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ Community, Nicole is working to promote and create safe spaces in HD88 and across Oklahoma for everyone to feel welcome.
Nicole supports:
EXPANDING PROTECTION FOR 2SLGBTQ+ YOUTH AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS
ENDING DISCRIMINATION IN HEALTHCARE
PROMOTING GENDER NEUTRAL POLICY
Public Education
Public education is the foundation for future generations. Our kids deserve an inclusive and safe learning environment where they can learn, grow, and be themselves. Nicole will fight back against politicians like Ryan Walters who are politicizing our classrooms and will work to address the real problems facing our teachers, students and education system.
Nicole supports:
KEEPING PUBLIC DOLLARS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
UPHOLDING THE SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE
EXPANDING MENTAL HEALTH AND CRITICAL SERVICES TO OUR STUDENTS
FUNDING INCREASE FOR OUR STUDENTS AND A PAY RAISE FOR OUR TEACHERS
Mental Health
Oklahoma currently ranks as one of the worst states for Mental Health Services and our legislators are not doing enough to address the Mental Health needs of Oklahomans. Nicole will prioritize improving Oklahoma’s ranking for both access to and spending on mental health services.
Nicole supports:
FUNDING PROGRAMS TO PREVENT YOUTH AND VETERANS SUICIDE
EXPANDING STATE RESOURCES FOR MENTAL HEALTH
ADDRESSING THE SHORTAGE OF MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
Affordable Housing
Oklahoma City saw the largest increase in the country for rent last year, with an increase of nearly 25%. Nicole will take action and work with leaders at every level of government and community to provide stable, affordable housing to everyone.
Nicole supports:
ADDRESSING THE HOMELESS CRISIS, ESPECIALLY AMONG YOUTH
PRIORITIZING POLICY THAT PROTECT TENANTS RIGHTS
FIGHTING FOR A LIVING WAGE AND BETTER ECONOMIC OUTCOMES
Immigrant rights / refugees
Recent attacks on the immigrant and refugee communities have increased, especially by Republican lawmakers who are more concerned about their next election. As an immigrant, Nicole knows firsthand the dangers of these attacks and how much it hurts our communities. Nicole is committed to protecting the immigrant community and making sure that there are collaborations with organizations that help the immigrant and refugee communities.
Nicole supports:
FIGHTING FOR BETTER IMMIGRATION POLICY AT ALL LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT
EMPOWERING REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS WITH ACCESS TO CRITICAL RESOURCES AND INFORMATION
ENDING NEGATIVE RHETORIC SURROUNDING IMMIGRATION
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