As I reflect on my political involvement as an Anabaptist, there is no hesitation on my part. I have a moral and ethical responsibility as an Anabaptist to be involved in the political arena. The Goshen College core values of Christ centeredness, global citizenship, servant leadership, compassionate peacemaking and passionate learning must be present at the table to impact the decisions made about health care, war and peace, the impoverished, education and the environment in our society and the world. As Christians we have a moral obligation to be political active!

As a professional nurse, I am deeply concerned about the lack of adequate health care in this nation and globally. It is imperative that those that are uninsured or underinsured receive adequate health care. The stories of those persons who are not receiving adequate health are devastating and unacceptable. The most powerful and wealthiest nation in the world should be able to provide health care access to all! Nurses who are committed to holistic care that includes spiritual aspects of health care must be involved in these issues at a political level.

As an Anabaptist walking through this journey of life, I believe that my commitment to political involvement will provide an avenue to represent the Anabaptist values and a voice among the many different voices of individuals in our nation.