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Key Priorities Bringing down the cost of essentials like groceries and gas by holding big corporations accountable for unfair price gouging Support small businesses with tax incentives and reduced red tape Strengthen workers' rights and collective bargaining Bring manufacturing jobs back to Michigan through 'Buy American' policies Expand job training programs for emerging industries Invest in clean energy manufacturing to create thousands of Michigan jobs","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Climate","stance":"Make Life More Affordable","detail":"Right now, too many Michigan families are struggling just to get by. It's time to focus on creating good-paying jobs and building a sustainable economy for the 21st century. Key Priorities Bringing down the cost of essentials like groceries and gas by holding big corporations accountable for unfair price gouging Support small businesses with tax incentives and reduced red tape Strengthen workers' rights and collective bargaining Bring manufacturing jobs back to Michigan through 'Buy American' policies Expand job training programs for emerging industries Invest in clean energy manufacturing to create thousands of Michigan jobs","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Taxes","stance":"Make Life More Affordable","detail":"Right now, too many Michigan families are struggling just to get by. It's time to focus on creating good-paying jobs and building a sustainable economy for the 21st century. 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Key Priorities Bringing down the cost of essentials like groceries and gas by holding big corporations accountable for unfair price gouging Support small businesses with tax incentives and reduced red tape Strengthen workers' rights and collective bargaining Bring manufacturing jobs back to Michigan through 'Buy American' policies Expand job training programs for emerging industries Invest in clean energy manufacturing to create thousands of Michigan jobs","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"Strengthen our Schools","detail":"After nearly two decades serving in the Marines, Ben went back to school to pursue an education. Education changed Ben's life, and he wants every child to have access to quality schools and affordable higher education. Key Priorities Increase federal funding for public schools and reduce class sizes Make college more affordable through expanded Pell Grants Invest in vocational training and apprenticeship programs Support teachers with better pay and professional development Easy access to post-secondary education for all Michigan residents","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Strengthen our Schools","detail":"After nearly two decades serving in the Marines, Ben went back to school to pursue an education. Education changed Ben's life, and he wants every child to have access to quality schools and affordable higher education. Key Priorities Increase federal funding for public schools and reduce class sizes Make college more affordable through expanded Pell Grants Invest in vocational training and apprenticeship programs Support teachers with better pay and professional development Easy access to post-secondary education for all Michigan residents","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Housing","stance":"Strengthen our Schools","detail":"After nearly two decades serving in the Marines, Ben went back to school to pursue an education. Education changed Ben's life, and he wants every child to have access to quality schools and affordable higher education. Key Priorities Increase federal funding for public schools and reduce class sizes Make college more affordable through expanded Pell Grants Invest in vocational training and apprenticeship programs Support teachers with better pay and professional development Easy access to post-secondary education for all Michigan residents","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Champion Medicare for All","detail":"No one should have to decide between purchasing groceries and purchasing medicine. Ben proudly supports Medicare for All and is committed to making affordable, accessible healthcare a reality for every American. Key Priorities Champion Medicare for All to guarantee quality healthcare for every American Protect and strengthen the Affordable Care Act Lower prescription drug costs for seniors Expand mental health services and addiction treatment Support rural hospitals and healthcare providers Ensure women have access to reproductive healthcare","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Abortion","stance":"Champion Medicare for All","detail":"No one should have to decide between purchasing groceries and purchasing medicine. Ben proudly supports Medicare for All and is committed to making affordable, accessible healthcare a reality for every American. Key Priorities Champion Medicare for All to guarantee quality healthcare for every American Protect and strengthen the Affordable Care Act Lower prescription drug costs for seniors Expand mental health services and addiction treatment Support rural hospitals and healthcare providers Ensure women have access to reproductive healthcare","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Social Security","stance":"Champion Medicare for All","detail":"No one should have to decide between purchasing groceries and purchasing medicine. Ben proudly supports Medicare for All and is committed to making affordable, accessible healthcare a reality for every American. Key Priorities Champion Medicare for All to guarantee quality healthcare for every American Protect and strengthen the Affordable Care Act Lower prescription drug costs for seniors Expand mental health services and addiction treatment Support rural hospitals and healthcare providers Ensure women have access to reproductive healthcare","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Fighting for Those who Fought for Us","detail":"Ben served our country alongside men and women who were injured, mentally and physically, he knows what Veterans need to assimilate back into civilian life and not only survive, but thrive. He will never back down from the fight to protect veterans and military families. Key Priorities Ensuring veterans have access to the best possible health care Improving VA systems to more efficiently get veterans the services they need Ensure veteran's health care is comprehensive and expand access to mental health care","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"Fighting for Those who Fought for Us","detail":"Ben served our country alongside men and women who were injured, mentally and physically, he knows what Veterans need to assimilate back into civilian life and not only survive, but thrive. He will never back down from the fight to protect veterans and military families. Key Priorities Ensuring veterans have access to the best possible health care Improving VA systems to more efficiently get veterans the services they need Ensure veteran's health care is comprehensive and expand access to mental health care","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Protecting our Natural Environment","detail":"Ben grew up on a farm, he understands how important it is to protect Michigan's natural resources today, and for the future. We can protect our natural environment while building our economy. Key Priorities Fight to increase the Federal Caps on agriculture products we grow right here in West Michigan Protect the Great Lakes from pollution and invasive species Transition to clean energy sources and reduce carbon emissions Focus on making Michigan energy independent Support sustainable agriculture and farming practices","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Climate","stance":"Protecting our Natural Environment","detail":"Ben grew up on a farm, he understands how important it is to protect Michigan's natural resources today, and for the future. We can protect our natural environment while building our economy. Key Priorities Fight to increase the Federal Caps on agriculture products we grow right here in West Michigan Protect the Great Lakes from pollution and invasive species Transition to clean energy sources and reduce carbon emissions Focus on making Michigan energy independent Support sustainable agriculture and farming practices","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Protecting our Natural Environment","detail":"Ben grew up on a farm, he understands how important it is to protect Michigan's natural resources today, and for the future. We can protect our natural environment while building our economy. Key Priorities Fight to increase the Federal Caps on agriculture products we grow right here in West Michigan Protect the Great Lakes from pollution and invasive species Transition to clean energy sources and reduce carbon emissions Focus on making Michigan energy independent Support sustainable agriculture and farming practices","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Agriculture","stance":"Protecting our Natural Environment","detail":"Ben grew up on a farm, he understands how important it is to protect Michigan's natural resources today, and for the future. We can protect our natural environment while building our economy. Key Priorities Fight to increase the Federal Caps on agriculture products we grow right here in West Michigan Protect the Great Lakes from pollution and invasive species Transition to clean energy sources and reduce carbon emissions Focus on making Michigan energy independent Support sustainable agriculture and farming practices","source_url":"https://WWW.AMBROSE4CONGRESS.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Keeping our Communities Safe","detail":"We all want to live in a safe and secure community. Ben is committed to keeping our communities safe through smart, effective policies. 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