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Rep Marcy Kaptur, Re-election to OH CD 9

Rep Marcy Kaptur, Re-election to OH CD 9

Rep Marcy Kaptur, Re-election to OH CD 9

  

Website: https://marcykaptur.com

State: Ohio 

Office: House of Representatives, Ohio District 9

Date of Election: November 3, 2026

Background: Marcy Kaptur serves as the Chair of the House Energy and Water Appropriations Committee. She is known for her strong support of active military members and veterans, and she focuses on strengthening 

  

Website: https://marcykaptur.com

State: Ohio 

Office: House of Representatives, Ohio District 9

Date of Election: November 3, 2026

Background: Marcy Kaptur serves as the Chair of the House Energy and Water Appropriations Committee. She is known for her strong support of active military members and veterans, and she focuses on strengthening the economy through fair trade deals and promoting an educated and trained workforce. Kaptur also advocates for Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security. 

Rep Emily Sykes, Re-election to OH CD 13

Rep Marcy Kaptur, Re-election to OH CD 9

Rep Marcy Kaptur, Re-election to OH CD 9

  

Website: https://www.emiliaskyesforcongress.com

State: Ohio

Office: House of Representatives, Ohio 13 

Date of Election: November 3, 2026

Background: Emilia Skyes holds a Law degree in Family Law and a master’s in public health. She is serving her first term in Congress, representing Ohio District 13 and has secured 200 million federal doll

  

Website: https://www.emiliaskyesforcongress.com

State: Ohio

Office: House of Representatives, Ohio 13 

Date of Election: November 3, 2026

Background: Emilia Skyes holds a Law degree in Family Law and a master’s in public health. She is serving her first term in Congress, representing Ohio District 13 and has secured 200 million federal dollars for her District. She introduced the Lower Your Taxes Act which expands earned income and child tax credits and co-sponsored the RAIL (Reducing Accidents in Locomotives) Act, requiring 2-persons crews in Class 1 freight and passenger trains. In her first term, Skyes proved to be an effective legislator, supporting working families, public education, and affordable healthcare through Medicaid and Medicare.

Mary Peltola, Candidate for US Senate, Alaska

Dr. Tina Shah, Candidate for House from NJ, CD 7

Dr. Tina Shah, Candidate for House from NJ, CD 7

  

https://marypeltola.com/

Alaska

U.S. Senate

Non-partisan Primary August 4 with ranked-choice ballot election November 3, 2026

Mary Peltola grew up on the Kuskokwim River, in Alaska, fishing every summer with her family, a subsistence tradition she continued as she raised seven children. She previously served as Alaska’s at-large U.S. Repres

  

https://marypeltola.com/

Alaska

U.S. Senate

Non-partisan Primary August 4 with ranked-choice ballot election November 3, 2026

Mary Peltola grew up on the Kuskokwim River, in Alaska, fishing every summer with her family, a subsistence tradition she continued as she raised seven children. She previously served as Alaska’s at-large U.S. Representative from 2022 to 2025. She was the first Alaska Native and first woman to represent the state in Congress. She has developed bipartisan appeal through her efforts to focus on her priorities for Alaska, including bringing down grocery costs, protecting fisheries, lowering energy prices, and building new housing. She summarizes her agenda for Alaska as “fish, family and freedom.” 

Dr. Tina Shah, Candidate for House from NJ, CD 7

Dr. Tina Shah, Candidate for House from NJ, CD 7

Dr. Tina Shah, Candidate for House from NJ, CD 7

  

https://www.drtinashahforcongress.com/

New Jersey 

CD-07

Primary Tuesday June 2, 2026

Dr. Tina Shaw, the child of immigrants, is a triple board-certified ICU physician seeking election to the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District. She served in senior roles in the Obama and Biden administrations, as a form

  

https://www.drtinashahforcongress.com/

New Jersey 

CD-07

Primary Tuesday June 2, 2026

Dr. Tina Shaw, the child of immigrants, is a triple board-certified ICU physician seeking election to the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District. She served in senior roles in the Obama and Biden administrations, as a former advisor to the U.S. Surgeon General and the National Director of Clinician Wellbeing at the Department of Veterans Affairs. In New Jersey, Dr. Shaw led a successful campaign to pass legislation to stop insurance companies from denying essential care and currently advises hospitals and investors on how to use AI to improve care quality and streamline care delivery. If elected, Dr. Shah would make history as the first Indian American to serve in the U.S. House from New Jersey.

Nancy Mannion, DNP, RN, Candidate for PA 11th District House of Representatives

https://www.nancymannion.com/


Dr. Nancy Mannion, RN, is an international healthcare leader running for Pennsylvania’s 11th Congressional District, which includes Lancaster and southern York Counties. For over 40 years, her integrity and astute decision-making have had a profound impact in life’s most challenging moments.

She is deeply aware

https://www.nancymannion.com/


Dr. Nancy Mannion, RN, is an international healthcare leader running for Pennsylvania’s 11th Congressional District, which includes Lancaster and southern York Counties. For over 40 years, her integrity and astute decision-making have had a profound impact in life’s most challenging moments.

She is deeply aware of the crisis many residents in the 11th District face due to rising costs of food, housing, and healthcare. Nancy recognizes that the inaction of the steadfast Trump supporter and incumbent, Lloyd Smucker, is hurting many in this district, and she is prepared to take action to address the needs of her constituents, not the wealthy billionaires he voted to give tax breaks.

She is visible in the district, listening and ready to act decisively for its residents because politics transcends party lines when people are in need. Nancy is deeply concerned about the welfare of her community.

As your Congresswoman, Nancy will bring the qualities that framed her nursing career to Washington DC. You have a choice of who represents Pennsylvanians in Congress.Vote for real care and real change.

Blake Gendebien, New York’s 21st district in the special election.

Josh Weil, candidate for the 6th Congressional seat in the state of Florida.

Josh Weil, candidate for the 6th Congressional seat in the state of Florida.



Josh Weil, candidate for the 6th Congressional seat in the state of Florida.

Josh Weil, candidate for the 6th Congressional seat in the state of Florida.

Josh Weil, candidate for the 6th Congressional seat in the state of Florida.

  


Don Davis, North Carolina, US Rep District 1

Doctor Bryan Hambley, Ohio, Secretary of State

Don Davis, North Carolina, US Rep District 1

   https://votedondavis.com 


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: Don Davis is a veteran, educator, minister and serving his first term in Congress. Raised in rural North Carolina and having worked in the tobacco fields, Davis learned the value of hard work. He attended the United States Air Force Academy and served in the militar

   https://votedondavis.com 


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: Don Davis is a veteran, educator, minister and serving his first term in Congress. Raised in rural North Carolina and having worked in the tobacco fields, Davis learned the value of hard work. He attended the United States Air Force Academy and served in the military for eight years, after which he taught aerospace studies at East Carolina University, guiding students in national security and leadership.

Davis’s public service career includes terms as Mayor of his hometown and six terms as a North Carolina State Senator. Now serving his first term in Congress, Davis champions policies that directly impact families, focusing on education, the creation of good-paying jobs, and ensuring access to quality and affordable healthcare.

Jocelyn Benson, 
Michigan State Governor

Jocelyn Benson, Michigan, Governor

Doctor Bryan Hambley, Ohio, Secretary of State

Don Davis, North Carolina, US Rep District 1


https://jocelynbensen.com  


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: Jocelyn Bensen has served as Michigan’s Secretary of State. She has been a leader at every stage - as a student at Wellsley College, she was the first student to be elected to the town’s governing body. She studied domestic terrorism cell that emerged after Oklahoma 


https://jocelynbensen.com  


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: Jocelyn Bensen has served as Michigan’s Secretary of State. She has been a leader at every stage - as a student at Wellsley College, she was the first student to be elected to the town’s governing body. She studied domestic terrorism cell that emerged after Oklahoma City bombings and international links of neo-Nazi movements in the UK. As Dean of Wayne State University Law School, by lowering tuition and raising academic standards, the school became one of the country’s leading law schools. 

Known for her commitment to transparency and voter rights, she has a history of advocating fair elections and supporting policies that aim to increase civic engagement across the state. Bensen plans to prioritize initiatives related to education, public safety, and economic growth, with a strong focus on ensuring equitable opportunities for all Michigan residents.

Dr. Bryan Hambley

Doctor Bryan Hambley, Ohio, Secretary of State

Doctor Bryan Hambley, Ohio, Secretary of State

Doctor Bryan Hambley, Ohio, Secretary of State

 https://www.hambleyforohio.com 

  

· Date of Primary: May 5, 2026 

· General Election: November 3, 2026


Bryan Hambley, MD, is a cancer physician with a strong commitment to delivering affordable, high-quality healthcare. Throughout his medical career, Dr. Hambley has focused on improving healthcare access in underserved regions, with particu

 https://www.hambleyforohio.com 

  

· Date of Primary: May 5, 2026 

· General Election: November 3, 2026


Bryan Hambley, MD, is a cancer physician with a strong commitment to delivering affordable, high-quality healthcare. Throughout his medical career, Dr. Hambley has focused on improving healthcare access in underserved regions, with particular attention to sustaining rural healthcare facilities and nursing homes that are vital to the health and well-being of local communities.

In addition to his healthcare work, Dr. Hambley is deeply committed to upholding the integrity of the electoral process. As a candidate for Ohio Secretary of State, he pledges to ensure free and fair elections, safeguard them from gerrymandering, and ensure that elections remain transparent and unhampered.

Janelle Stelson, PA, US House of Rep District 10

Jannell Stelson, PA, US House of Rep District 10

Marlene Galen Woods, AZ, US House of Rep, District 1

Marlene Galen Woods, AZ, US House of Rep, District 1

  https://janellestelson.com 


· Date of Primary - May 16, 2026

· Date of election: November 3, 2026


Background: Jannelle Stelson is a career journalist known for seeking answers to complex issues and holding individuals accountable for their actions. Through her professional experience, Jannelle witnessed persistent problems in her community

  https://janellestelson.com 


· Date of Primary - May 16, 2026

· Date of election: November 3, 2026


Background: Jannelle Stelson is a career journalist known for seeking answers to complex issues and holding individuals accountable for their actions. Through her professional experience, Jannelle witnessed persistent problems in her community that were not being addressed by career politicians. Motivated to create positive change, she decided to run for office to provide greater opportunities for people in her district.

If elected, Jannelle Stelson intends to focus on lowering costs for constituents, investing in small businesses, and expanding access to affordable housing. Additionally, Jannelle is a strong supporter of maintaining essential programs such as Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid.

Marlene  Gaylon Woods

Marlene Galen Woods, AZ, US House of Rep, District 1

Marlene Galen Woods, AZ, US House of Rep, District 1

Marlene Galen Woods, AZ, US House of Rep, District 1

https://www.marleneforcongress.com 


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: First Latino running to represent Arizona’s District 1. Marlene built a distinguished 20-year career as a journalist, known for her commitment to exposing corruption and holding the powerful accountable. She is the daughter of Cuban immigrants who fled commun

https://www.marleneforcongress.com 


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: First Latino running to represent Arizona’s District 1. Marlene built a distinguished 20-year career as a journalist, known for her commitment to exposing corruption and holding the powerful accountable. She is the daughter of Cuban immigrants who fled communism. She is a devoted mother of five and was married to the late Grant Woods, who served as Arizona’s Attorney General. Beyond her professional achievements, Marlene is an active advocate for women’s rights and voting rights. She is also the founder of the Phoenix Children’s Museum, demonstrating her dedication to community and family.

Phil Weiser, CO, Governor

Phil Weiser, CO, Governor

Marlene Galen Woods, AZ, US House of Rep, District 1

Phil Weiser, CO, Governor

https://philforcongress.com 


Date of election: November 3, 2026


Background: Phil Weiser brings extensive leadership and legal experience to his candidacy for Governor of Colorado. As Colorado’s Attorney General, Phil led efforts to hold irresponsible companies accountable for taking advantage of citizens. His legal career includes serving a

https://philforcongress.com 


Date of election: November 3, 2026


Background: Phil Weiser brings extensive leadership and legal experience to his candidacy for Governor of Colorado. As Colorado’s Attorney General, Phil led efforts to hold irresponsible companies accountable for taking advantage of citizens. His legal career includes serving as a law clerk for Justice Ginsburg at the United States Supreme Court. Phil also worked with the U.S. Department of Justice, where he focused on addressing monopolies and promoting entrepreneurship. In addition to his government service, Phil served as Dean of the University of Colorado Law School, further demonstrating his commitment to legal education and public service. Founded successful nonprofit organizations that support start-up businesses.

  

  



Sherrod Brown, US Senate, Ohio

Roy Cooper, US Senate, North Carolina

Sherrod Brown, US Senate, Ohio

 https://www.sherrodbrown.com/ 


· Date of election: November 3, 2026

  

Background: 

 A former three-term U.S. Senator from Ohio, who served in Congress from 1993-2025, he was defeated in November 2024 by Republican Bernie Moreno. He is now seeking election again, running against Republican Senator Jon Husted, who was appointed to complete th

 https://www.sherrodbrown.com/ 


· Date of election: November 3, 2026

  

Background: 

 A former three-term U.S. Senator from Ohio, who served in Congress from 1993-2025, he was defeated in November 2024 by Republican Bernie Moreno. He is now seeking election again, running against Republican Senator Jon Husted, who was appointed to complete the term of former Senator and now Vice President, J.D. Vance. Key issues are workers’ rights, protecting and expanding affordable health care, and lowering prescription drug costs.

Jon Ossef, US Senate, Georgia

Roy Cooper, US Senate, North Carolina

Sherrod Brown, US Senate, Ohio

 https://www.ossoff.senate.gov/about/ 


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: 

  

Incumbent candidate for U.S. Senate, currently in his first term. He was born in Atlanta, GA and started his own investigative media production company before being elected to the U.S. Senate in a special run-off election in 2020. Key issues include expa

 https://www.ossoff.senate.gov/about/ 


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: 

  

Incumbent candidate for U.S. Senate, currently in his first term. He was born in Atlanta, GA and started his own investigative media production company before being elected to the U.S. Senate in a special run-off election in 2020. Key issues include expanding access to affordable healthcare, environmental protection through investment in clean energy, and gun safety, advocating for universal background checks, red flag laws, and an assault weapons ban.


Roy Cooper, US Senate, North Carolina

Roy Cooper, US Senate, North Carolina

Roy Cooper, US Senate, North Carolina

  https://roycooper.com/


Date of Election: November 3, 2026 

  

Background: 

  

: Earned undergraduate and law degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As a North Carolina legislator, he wrote the state’s first children’s health insurance initiative. As Governor for two terms, he continued to focus on health care, with maj

  https://roycooper.com/


Date of Election: November 3, 2026 

  

Background: 

  

: Earned undergraduate and law degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As a North Carolina legislator, he wrote the state’s first children’s health insurance initiative. As Governor for two terms, he continued to focus on health care, with major achievements including bipartisan legislation expanding Medicaid and reducing medical debt.  

Christina Bohannan, IO US House of Rep, District 1

Lauren Underwood, R.N. Illinois, US House of Rep District 14

Lauren Underwood, R.N. Illinois, US House of Rep District 14

 https://bohannanforcongress.com 


· Date of election: November 3, 2026

  

Background: 

Christina Bohannan was the first in her family to graduate college, worked multiple jobs to attend Law School, graduating first in her class. She also holds an engineering degree. Christina, a constitutional lawyer, clerked for the U.S. Court of Appeals 11t

 https://bohannanforcongress.com 


· Date of election: November 3, 2026

  

Background: 

Christina Bohannan was the first in her family to graduate college, worked multiple jobs to attend Law School, graduating first in her class. She also holds an engineering degree. Christina, a constitutional lawyer, clerked for the U.S. Court of Appeals 11th District and later taught law at the University of Iowa. She currently represents Iowa District 1 in the House of Representatives. She is a strong advocate for healthcare, with particular emphasis on supporting Medicaid, Medicare, and climate safety initiatives. Bohannan is also a proponent of continued funding for Social Security and knows the importance of seeking opportunities to improve affordability for constituents.

Lauren Underwood

Lauren Underwood, R.N. Illinois, US House of Rep District 14

Lauren Underwood, R.N. Illinois, US House of Rep District 14

Lauren Underwood, R.N. Illinois, US House of Rep District 14

 https://underwoodforcongress.com  


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: 

Registered Nurse and public health expert. Known for her leadership in healthcare policy, she has placed a special emphasis on black maternal health. Her priority is ensuring access to high-quality, affordable, healthcare for families and eliminating cost-bar

 https://underwoodforcongress.com  


Date of Election: November 3, 2026


Background: 

Registered Nurse and public health expert. Known for her leadership in healthcare policy, she has placed a special emphasis on black maternal health. Her priority is ensuring access to high-quality, affordable, healthcare for families and eliminating cost-barriers to care. As the Ranking Member on the House Appropriation Committee and a member of the Homeland Security Committee, Lauren has demonstrated significant legislative effectiveness, successfully passing 18 pieces of legislation into law with bipartisan support. She also serves as Co-chair of the Democratic Policy and Communication Committee.

John Larson, CN, House of Rep, District 1

John Larson, CN, US Rep, District 1

Lauren Underwood, R.N. Illinois, US House of Rep District 14

John Larson, CN, US Rep, District 1

 https://larsonforcongress.org 


Date of Election: November 3, 2026 

  

Background: 

John Larson has been a fierce champion of working-class citizens, advocating for creating stable, well-paid jobs and consistently championing policies that benefit workers. He brings extensive expertise in Social Security, Medicare, and Social Services and is 

 https://larsonforcongress.org 


Date of Election: November 3, 2026 

  

Background: 

John Larson has been a fierce champion of working-class citizens, advocating for creating stable, well-paid jobs and consistently championing policies that benefit workers. He brings extensive expertise in Social Security, Medicare, and Social Services and is a guardian and champion of Social Security. John is the Chairperson of Congress's Ways and Means Committee Social Security Subcommittee and has co-sponsored a landmark new bill, Social Security 2100 – A Sacred Trust to preserve social security’s future.



Kathy Hochul, Governor New York

Mitchell Berman, RN, Wisconsin, US House of Representatives District 1

Mitchell Berman, RN, Wisconsin, US House of Representatives District 1

  

 https://kathyhochul.com/ 


Date of Election:  

Primary: June 23, 2026 


Background: 

  

Kathy Hochul is the 57th Governor of New York. A lifelong New Yorker, Kathy is one of six children, born and raised in a blue-collar Irish Catholic family in Buffalo. She began her public service career as legislative assistant to Sen. Daniel Patrick Moyni

  

 https://kathyhochul.com/ 


Date of Election:  

Primary: June 23, 2026 


Background: 

  

Kathy Hochul is the 57th Governor of New York. A lifelong New Yorker, Kathy is one of six children, born and raised in a blue-collar Irish Catholic family in Buffalo. She began her public service career as legislative assistant to Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan. She was elected to the House of Representative for Western NY in 2017, then elected to state office as Lt. Governor in 2018 and has been serving as the first woman Governor of NY since August, 2021. Her agenda includes defending reproductive rights, combating climate change, and strengthening public safety.  

Mitchell Berman, RN, Wisconsin, US House of Representatives District 1

Mitchell Berman, RN, Wisconsin, US House of Representatives District 1

Mitchell Berman, RN, Wisconsin, US House of Representatives District 1

   https://www.bermanforcongress.com/ 


Date of Election:   

 Primary: August 11, 2025

 

Background: 

 

Mitchell has been a nurse for over 20 years, the last 10 years working at the VA in northern Chicago as a ER and vascular nurse. Seeing the negative effects on veterans’ care of recent Trump administration VA policy changes led to his congress

   https://www.bermanforcongress.com/ 


Date of Election:   

 Primary: August 11, 2025

 

Background: 

 

Mitchell has been a nurse for over 20 years, the last 10 years working at the VA in northern Chicago as a ER and vascular nurse. Seeing the negative effects on veterans’ care of recent Trump administration VA policy changes led to his congressional candidacy. He is focused on improving Medicaid, expanding reproductive health care, and improving Veterans’ care. He is married with two young children, so he is especially concerned about families and committed to identifying ways to support them. 

Shiloh Salazar, Texas Congressional District (CD) 72

Mitchell Berman, RN, Wisconsin, US House of Representatives District 1

Shiloh Salazar, Texas Congressional District (CD) 72

     

https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/top-stories/shiloh-salazar-texas-house-district/


Date of Election:   

Primary: March 3, 2026

 

Background: 

  

Shiloh Salazar is seeking to represent Congressional District (CD) 72, a rural area in West Texas. She grew up in west Texas and for the past five years, has worked as a federal-level advo

     

https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/top-stories/shiloh-salazar-texas-house-district/


Date of Election:   

Primary: March 3, 2026

 

Background: 

  

Shiloh Salazar is seeking to represent Congressional District (CD) 72, a rural area in West Texas. She grew up in west Texas and for the past five years, has worked as a federal-level advocate and lobbyist, focusing primarily on Medicaid and Medicaid-funded programs, early childhood initiatives, and family-centered policy solutions. Her priorities if elected include strengthening public education, expanding access to health care in rural areas, paid family and medical leave, and early childhood programs, including Early Head Start. She describes herself as “a mom, a business owner, an advocate, and a lifelong West Texan.”


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