In the pursuit of a more equitable and prosperous future, my economic policy platform is dedicated to addressing the systemic challenges that have hindered the working class's ability to achieve upward mobility.
The harsh reality that 75% of working class Americans are trapped in a cycle of living paycheck to paycheck underscores the critical need for transformative change.Â
In Congress, I will work to break down the barriers to economic equality and ensure that every American can thrive.
ECONOMIC POLICIES
Ike McCorkle is committed to the protection and expansion of Social Security, advocating for the removal of the income cap to ensure wealthier Americans contribute fairly. His policy proposes to increase monthly benefits and adjust cost-of-living allowances to better reflect the economic realities faced by today's seniors, ensuring a dignified retirement for all.
Ike McCorkle is a firm advocate for Net Neutrality, aiming to guarantee that the internet remains a level playing field. His policy would treat internet service as a public utility, ensuring that all Americans, regardless of location or income level, have equal access to online resources, preserving freedom of information and fostering economic equality.
Ike McCorkle envisions a revitalized Works Progress Administration to rebuild America's crumbling infrastructure and create jobs, especially in green industries. His policy includes significant investment in public works and the arts, mirroring historic efforts to provide widespread employment and foster economic growth during challenging times.
Ike McCorkle supports legislation to secure a $15 minimum wage, indexed to inflation, and to strengthen protections against labor abuses. His policies aim to elevate living standards for all workers, ensuring fair pay and conditions that reflect the dignity of their labor and their essential role in the economy.
Ike McCorkle advocates for fully funding public education and making college tuition-free to eliminate the burden of student debt. He aims to create an education system that supports all students from early childhood through higher education, ensuring every American has the opportunity to succeed in a global economy.
Ike McCorkle is focused on solving the affordable housing crisis through increased funding for the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund and support for policies that ensure long-term affordability. His approach includes defending fair housing laws, expanding assistance for first-time homeowners, and promoting sustainable housing development to meet the needs of all American families.
Ike McCorkle supports Medicare for All - expanding Medicare to provide universal healthcare, aiming to reduce healthcare costs, remove profit from essential services, and ensure every American has access to necessary medical care without financial burden. His policy emphasizes fairness, accessibility, and the sustainability of healthcare services.
Ike McCorkle is dedicated to transforming the energy sector by promoting legislation that mandates new construction to include solar energy and supports the creation of sustainable and renewable energy infrastructure. His policy focuses on job creation in the green sector, revitalizing infrastructure, and ensuring a sustainable future for all.
The time to act is now. Confronting the economic disparities that plague our nation is essential for the creation of a more just and inclusive society.
Will you stand with me and fight for a strengthened economy?
