Dear Neighbor,

This letter is a short autobiography of my first legislative session — a snapshot of the fights we took on, the battles we’re still waging, and the principles that guided me every step of the way.

Throughout the session, I kept you informed. I sent emails, posted video updates several times a week, and gave you an unfiltered view of what was really happening in Charleston. You deserve honesty — not spin.

When I took the oath of office, I swore to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States and of West Virginia — and I meant it. Every vote I cast, every amendment I offered, and every stand I took was guided by one thing: protecting your liberty, your property, and your God-given rights.

Today, I cast my vote to ban the use of puberty blockers on minors, and I do so knowing full well the gravity of this decision. This is a defining issue—morally, medically, and culturally.

Let me begin with the facts: the FDA has never approved puberty blockers for the treatment of gender dysphoria in children. These drugs are being used off-label, and there is a growing body of evidence showing deeply concerning side effects. That alone should raise red flags. But this isn’t just about regulatory gaps—it’s about the real harm being done.