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Steven Horsford

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Meet Steven Horsford

Steven Horsford was born and raised in Las Vegas and has dedicated his life to championing his community. As the son of a single immigrant mother, Steven took on multiple jobs from a young age—delivering newspapers, making pizzas, and cleaning veterinary clinics after hours—to help support his mother and younger siblings. He was the first in his family to attend college, a testament to his belief in the value of hard work, which has shaped his career ever since.

Leadership in Nevada and Congress

Steven’s leadership journey began when he led Nevada’s largest career training program at the Culinary Training Academy, where he helped thousands of Nevadans secure good-paying jobs in hospitality and other high-demand industries. In 2004, he was elected to the Nevada State Senate and, in 2008, became the youngest and first African-American Majority Leader in state history. During this time, Steven worked across party lines to pass a balanced state budget amid some of the worst economic conditions in a generation.

Elected to Congress in 2012 to represent Nevada’s 4th District, Steven has never lost sight of his roots. He is focused on lowering the cost of living, creating opportunities for all Nevadans, and removing barriers to success. His legislative priorities include making housing more affordable, capping the price of insulin at $35, and reducing prescription drug costs for seniors.

Steven Horsford’s Legislative Accomplishments

In Congress, Steven has secured funding for Nevada’s schools, local police and fire departments, and rural infrastructure projects. He co-authored legislation that caps the price of insulin at $35 per month and limits out-of-pocket prescription drug costs for seniors to $2,000 annually. As Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus, Steven also introduced the HOME Act to protect homeownership from Wall Street speculation and worked to expand childcare programs for working families. His efforts to pass landmark infrastructure legislation have created thousands of good-paying jobs for Nevadans, further cementing his dedication to the people of his state.

Mary Peltola

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Meet Mary Peltola

Mary Peltola is a dedicated leader focused on securing Alaska’s future. Born and raised in the “Great Land,” Mary has witnessed Alaska’s evolution and the challenges it now faces. With seven children of her own, Mary knows that the current generation can’t fully grasp the spirit of rapid growth and progress that once defined Alaska. The state once had a strong, respected presence in Washington, D.C., but today, political gridlock and outmigration are threatening Alaska’s unique way of life.

Honoring Alaska’s Legacy and Building a Future

Mary believes it’s time to restore Alaska’s strength by building on the legacy of giants like Ted Stevens and Don Young, who always put Alaska first in Washington. In less than two years in office, Mary has worked hard to overcome partisan gridlock and deliver real results for Alaska. She has re-amplified Alaska’s voice in D.C., secured $46 million to protect the Alaska border, and pushed for the largest renewable energy investments in U.S. history, aiming to power 75% of Alaskans with 85% renewable energy by 2035.

Mary’s commitment to Alaska’s working families is evident in her efforts to create high-paying union jobs, secure the largest pay raise for servicemembers in over a decade, and protect reproductive rights for military families. She also fought for critical infrastructure investments, banning foreign trawlers that harm Alaska’s fishing industry, and addressing food insecurity through the creation of the Office of Food Security.

A Vision for Alaska’s Future

Mary is driven by a vision where Alaska remains a place where families can thrive. She envisions a future where her grandchildren will experience salmon runs as abundant as they were in her youth, and where Alaskan families can live and prosper in their home state for generations to come. This is not just about politics for Mary—it’s about securing the future of Alaska. Together, she believes, we can bring that vision to life.

Chris DeLuzio

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Meet Chris DeLuzio

Congressman Chris DeLuzio is a Thornburg native, Iraq War veteran, and voting rights attorney who has devoted his career to public service. After graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy, he served as a Navy officer, deploying overseas on multiple occasions. Following his military service, he transitioned into law, becoming a dedicated advocate for voting rights and election security. Now serving in Congress, he is focused on protecting the rights of his constituents in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, where he lives with his wife, Zoë, their three children, and their dog, Yankee Doodle.

Military and Legal Career

Chris began his path to public service at the United States Naval Academy, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as an active-duty surface warfare officer in the U.S. Navy, completing three deployments, including a mission with U.S. Army Civil Affairs in Iraq. These experiences gave Chris DeLuzio a deep understanding of national security and human rights, which continue to influence his work today. After his military service, he earned his law degree magna cum laude from Georgetown Law, equipping himself for a career in legal advocacy.

Advocacy for Voting Rights

As an attorney, Chris DeLuzio worked at the Brennan Center for Justice, where he focused on voting rights and election security. He later joined Pitt Cyber, concentrating on the intersection of technology and civil rights. Chris DeLuzio’s leadership has been crucial in ensuring the integrity of U.S. elections, making him a strong voice in Congress for fair voting practices.

Chris DeLuzio’s Dedication to Community Service

Chris has also demonstrated a lifelong commitment to his community. As part of the Pitt Faculty Organizing Committee with the United Steelworkers, he fought successfully for a union. In addition, Chris DeLuzio volunteers with the Veterans Leadership Program of Western Pennsylvania and provides pro bono legal services to veterans and indigent tenants in Allegheny County. As a Naval Academy Blue and Gold Officer, he mentors aspiring leaders who hope to follow in his footsteps.

Congressman Chris DeLuzio remains committed to serving his district and the nation, continuing his work to uphold justice, integrity, and fair representation in all aspects of public life.

Michelle Vallejo

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Meet Michelle Vallejo

Michelle Vallejo is a small business owner and fierce community advocate from South Texas. Coming from a big family of farm workers, immigrants, and entrepreneurs, Michelle believes that with integrity, hard work, and dedication, everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve their version of the American Dream. Her deep commitment to community and economic development stems from her personal experiences growing up in the Rio Grande Valley.

Fighting for Working Families

Michelle’s parents, Maribel and Daniel, migrated from northern Mexico to South Texas in search of a better life. Growing up, Michelle watched her parents work multiple jobs to make ends meet. Despite the challenges, they succeeded in launching their own business, inspiring Michelle’s drive to help others do the same. Alongside her dedication to economic development, Michelle is deeply passionate about affordable healthcare. Her mother, Maribel, passed away in 2010 after battling Multiple Sclerosis for 15 years. Due to a lack of healthcare options in South Texas, Michelle often traveled with her mother across the border for medical care. That experience drives her commitment to improving healthcare access for working families.

Community Leadership and Values

Today, Michelle co-owns Pulga Los Portales, a flea market in Alton that has served the community for nearly 25 years. The market has helped working-class entrepreneurs launch their own businesses and provided countless jobs. During the pandemic, Michelle adapted the flea market to a drive-thru model, saving jobs and keeping the community supported. The motto at the Pulga, “No somos pulgueros. Somos vecinos,” or “We’re not just vendors. We’re neighbors,” reflects Michelle’s deep sense of community and work ethic.

Michelle attended public schools in South Texas before studying political science and history at Columbia University. As the 2022 Democratic nominee for TX-15, she’s running for Congress to advocate for South Texans, reduce healthcare costs, support small businesses, and make education affordable for all.

Curtis Hertel

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Meet Curtis Hertel

Curtis Hertel is a passionate advocate for Mid-Michigan, dedicated to finding bipartisan solutions that benefit everyone. As Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s Director of Legislative Affairs, Curtis played a critical role in passing key legislation, including tax cuts for seniors and working families, expanding workers’ rights, and securing major investments in advanced manufacturing to bring good-paying jobs to Mid-Michigan. He was also instrumental in repealing Michigan’s archaic 1931 abortion ban, ensuring protections for women’s reproductive rights, even in cases of rape and incest.

Leading in Times of Crisis

Curtis Hertel’s personal connection to Michigan State University deepened after the tragic campus mass shooting, where his son was present. This tragedy motivated him to spearhead the passage of common-sense gun safety legislation, including red flag laws, safe storage laws, and extreme risk protection orders. As a proud Spartan, Curtis took immense pride in how the community came together to protect Michigan kids. His legislative efforts also include leading the fight to preserve Michigan’s status as a global leader in auto manufacturing, helping pass the bipartisan legislation that secured GM’s $6.5 billion investment in battery cell and electric vehicle plants in Mid-Michigan.

Commitment to Michigan’s Future

Throughout his career, Curtis has been a strong advocate for first responders, passing bipartisan legislation to provide ongoing medical assistance to firefighters who develop cancer due to exposure to toxic chemicals. As a former Ingham County Commissioner and Register of Deeds, he fought to expand access to affordable healthcare, lower prescription drug costs, and uncovered a major foreclosure fraud scandal, holding big banks accountable to protect Michigan homeowners. Curtis continues to prioritize cutting taxes for retirees, restoring manufacturing jobs, and protecting Michiganders’ rights and safety.

Curtis lives in East Lansing with his wife, Elizabeth, and their four children, continuing his tireless work for Mid-Michigan’s future.

Amish Shah

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Meet Dr. Amish Shah

Dr. Amish Shah, MD, MPH, is a physician and former Arizona State Representative with a proven track record of legislative success. Elected in 2018, 2020, and 2022, Dr. Shah has passed more bills into law than any other Arizona Democrat in the past decade. He is now running for U.S. Congress in Arizona’s First Congressional District, one of the top pick-up opportunities for Democrats nationwide. Dr. Shah aims to bring his bipartisan, independent voice to Washington, advocating for Arizona families and pushing for meaningful change.

Legislative Achievements and Healthcare Advocacy

As a board-certified emergency room physician, Dr. Shah is deeply committed to addressing healthcare challenges in Arizona and across the country. He has been a strong advocate for lowering healthcare costs, standing up to Big Pharma to combat the price gouging of essential medications like insulin. Dr. Shah is also a fierce defender of women’s reproductive rights, emphasizing that personal medical decisions should remain between individuals and their doctors, free from government interference. Throughout his tenure in the Arizona Legislature, he has built a reputation for working across party lines, always prioritizing the needs of hardworking Arizonans. In Congress, he plans to continue this work, focusing on making healthcare more affordable and protecting abortion rights.

Personal Life and Professional Background

Outside of his political career, Dr. Shah remains active as an emergency medicine physician, practicing in the heart of Arizona’s First Congressional District. He is known for flying himself to treat patients in underserved communities across the state. In addition to his medical career, Dr. Shah has served as an emergency care physician for the New York Jets, providing critical care on the sidelines. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball, flying small planes, and traveling. Dr. Shah speaks conversational Spanish and is committed to connecting with Arizona’s diverse communities while continuing his fight for a healthier, fairer future for all.

Sarah Corkery

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Meet Sarah Corkery

Sarah Corkery is a mom, cancer survivor, and community leader running for Congress with a mission to represent all Iowans. Her journey has been about turning setbacks into opportunities, and she believes Iowa can do the same. Sarah is running because she knows Iowa can be better—more focused on people and less on politics. She values hard work, respect, resilience, and joy—qualities she promises to bring with her to Washington, advocating for real change in Congress.

Fighting for Iowa’s Future

As a mother of three, Sarah is passionate about ensuring a bright future for the next generation. She’s committed to investments that will strengthen national security, improve public safety, and protect our communities. Sarah’s personal experience as the parent of a child with a disability led her to raise over $1 million to build an accessible park in Cedar Falls, ensuring that all children feel included and valued. Her healthcare advocacy extends to the national level—her opponent, Ashley Hinson, shifted her stance on breast cancer legislation the very day Sarah launched her campaign, showing the impact of her leadership before she’s even reached Washington.

A Grassroots Campaign for Change

Sarah’s campaign is about health, families, and communities. She understands the struggles Iowans face in systems that often don’t work for them, and she’s running to bring real, lasting change to Washington. Leading a grassroots movement, Sarah is focused on protecting Iowa’s most valuable resources. She believes Congress should prioritize its citizens over political games, focusing on the real needs of everyday people. Her campaign is driven by six core values: authenticity, respect, community, passion, resilience, and joy. Sarah is committed to finding common ground and putting aside political infighting to create a government that truly works for the people. This is about voters standing up for what unites us, not divides us, and building a stronger future for Iowa together.

Dina Titus

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Meet Dina Titus

Dina Titus has spent her entire career dedicated to education and public service. For 34 years, she taught American and Nevada government at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, retiring in 2011. She also represented Senate District 7 in the Nevada Legislature for 20 years, serving as Democratic Minority Leader from 1993 to 2008. In 2008, Dina was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, where she continues to serve on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the Foreign Affairs Committee. Her focus remains on protecting vulnerable populations, improving education, and advocating for environmental sustainability and economic growth.

Dina Titus’s Career and Advocacy

Throughout her political career, Dina has championed policies to support children, seniors, and the disabled. She is committed to quality education and has consistently advocated for renewable energy, sustainable communities, and environmental protection. Dina’s dedication to affordable housing is exemplified by the Dina Titus Estates, a housing complex for people with disabilities named in her honor. Her legislative accomplishments are wide-ranging, from healthcare to animal protection and advancing women’s rights. Dina’s long list of caucus memberships includes leadership roles in groups focused on infrastructure, pro-choice advocacy, and public lands.

Dina Titus’s Personal Life and Global Engagement

Raised in Tifton, Georgia, Dina’s love for public service was shaped by her family’s strong involvement in local politics. After attending the College of William and Mary and earning advanced degrees in political science, she moved to Nevada to begin her academic and political career. Married to Professor Thomas C. Wright since 1979, Dina and her husband share a love for travel and global culture, often embarking on academic endeavors abroad. As a proud Greek-American, Dina remains deeply involved with the global Hellenic community and continues to be recognized for her lifelong contributions to public service and higher education.

Emilia Sykes

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Meet Emilia Sykes

From her first day in Congress, Emilia Sykes has focused on connecting her community to Washington, cutting through political noise to deliver critical resources to Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. In her first term, she secured over $100 million in federal funding for the district and returned more than $2 million directly to constituents. Her dedication to serving her community has been recognized by local leaders, including the Akron Beacon Journal, which praised her for being an effective lawmaker even amid political gridlock in Congress.

Emilia Sykes’s Priorities

As a representative of Ohio’s 13th district, Congresswoman Sykes has championed policies aimed at lowering costs, promoting good-paying jobs, and growing the local economy. She has been a strong advocate for organized labor, public safety, women’s reproductive rights, environmental protection, and safeguarding Social Security and Medicare. Additionally, Sykes has worked tirelessly to expand access to quality, affordable healthcare and education for all residents of the district. Her commitment to these causes reflects her deep understanding of the challenges faced by working families in Northeast Ohio.

Legislative Achievements and Personal Life

Whether through the RAIL Act, the Mental Health Improvement Act, or the Lower Your Taxes Act, Congresswoman Sykes has pursued a bipartisan legislative agenda aimed at ensuring that everyone in her district can achieve their version of the American Dream. A proud graduate of Kent State University, Sykes also holds a Juris Doctor and Master of Public Health from the University of Florida. She is married to Kevin Boyce and values spending time with her family, appreciating the arts, and reflecting on the countless blessings life has brought her.

Susie Lee

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Meet Susie Lee

Since being elected to Congress in 2018, Susie Lee has been a relentless advocate for Nevada families, working across party lines to achieve real results. From addressing the drought crisis to strengthening American supply chains and lowering costs, she has consistently worked with both Democrats and Republicans to deliver for Nevadans. Her efforts have garnered recognition, placing her among the top 10 most bipartisan Members of Congress out of over 400 nationwide. Susie Lee also took on pharmaceutical companies and won, helping pass the most significant legislation in decades to reduce prescription drug costs.

Protecting Our Rights

In addition to her bipartisan work, Susie has been a fierce advocate for reproductive rights, especially in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn key protections for a woman’s right to choose. With Republicans pushing to ban abortion nationwide, including in Nevada, she remains committed to defending these rights. She supports legislation to codify the right to choose, ensuring that Nevada families and women across the country maintain control over their reproductive health.

Working-Class Roots and Commitment to Education

Born to a working-class family in Canton, Ohio, Susie learned the values of hard work and perseverance early on. With eight siblings, she worked a paper route at the age of eight and saw firsthand the struggles of a working-class family. Her father was a military veteran who worked at a steel plant, and her mother took care of the family at home. After earning scholarships and working part-time jobs, Susie Lee graduated from Carnegie Mellon University.

After moving to Las Vegas in 1993, Susie Lee became the Founding Director of After-School All-Stars and later served as President of Communities In Schools (CIS) of Nevada. Under her leadership, CIS grew to serve over 64,000 students in 63 schools across the state. As a Congresswoman, she continues to fight for education and opportunities for Nevada’s students.

Susie lives in Nevada with her two children, enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, skiing, and boating.