Imagine driving past your child's school and seeing a campaign sign for someone who might not deserve to be there. That’s what happened in my town when Blake Miguez, a Louisiana Republican endorsed by former President Trump, suddenly appeared as a candidate.

Miguez was reported to have been accused of sexual assault in 2007, allegations that local police investigated but which were never made public. This isn't an isolated incident; similar situations around the country highlight how critical it is for us to be vigilant about who our leaders are and what they represent.

The buried detail here is that while Miguez's campaign gained steam in recent weeks, no one mentioned these past allegations until local reporters dug them up. What kind of world are we leaving our children if someone with a dark history can run for office without anyone knowing?

These concerns hit home when you consider the safety and well-being of our neighborhoods, schools, and communities. We trust law enforcement to protect us, but in this case, it feels like there's something they aren't telling us.

I cannot imagine what would happen if similar allegations were suddenly revealed about someone running near my child’s school or community center. The thought alone is terrifying.

Every parent deserves the right to know everything about those who seek political power in our towns and cities. We must demand transparency from all corners, whether it's local police departments or national political figures.

Please share this with every mom, dad, grandparent, and neighbor you know. We need to talk more openly about these issues so we can protect the future for our children.