Patrick Murphy supports investing in infrastructure, education, and clean energy to stimulate economic growth. He advocates for tax policies that benefit middle and working-class families and has pushed for closing tax loopholes for large corporations.
Agriculture
Centrist
Murphy supports policies that protect farmers and promote sustainable agriculture practices. He emphasizes the importance of investing in rural communities and believes in providing subsidies to help farmers innovate and stay competitive.
Immigration
Liberal
Murphy supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants. He advocates for policies that protect the DACA program and reinforce border security measures.
Education
Liberal
Patrick Murphy promotes increased funding for public education and supports initiatives that make college more affordable through student loan reform. He has called for investments in early childhood education and STEM programs.
Energy
Liberal
Murphy supports investment in renewable energy sources and policies to decrease reliance on fossil fuels. He advocates for increased research and development in clean energy technologies.
Climate change
Liberal
Murphy acknowledges the scientific consensus on climate change and supports policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions. He advocates for international agreements to address global climate issues.
Healthcare
Liberal
Patrick Murphy supports the Affordable Care Act and favors strengthening it to provide broader coverage. He advocates for measures to reduce prescription drug prices and increase access to preventive care.
Housing
Liberal
Murphy supports initiatives to make housing more affordable, including increased funding for public housing projects and assistance programs for first-time homebuyers. He advocates for policies that combat homelessness.
Transportation
Liberal
Murphy promotes investment in modernizing transportation infrastructure, including public transit systems and renewable energy-powered vehicles. He supports increased funding for infrastructure maintenance and development.
Veterans affairs
Liberal
Patrick Murphy advocates for improving the quality of care provided to veterans. He supports increased funding for veterans' healthcare services and initiatives aimed at easing the transition to civilian life.
Voting rights
Liberal
Murphy supports measures that protect and expand voting rights, including opposition to voter ID laws and advocacy for increased accessibility to polling places. He endorses legislation that combats voter suppression.