Ana Rivera

Ana Rivera was born in Newark, New Jersey. She attended Seton Hall University.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

District 8’s Congressional candidate who refers to herself as the “people’s politician” community service and becoming a voice for the very community I was raised in is beyond an honor.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

School choice should be accessible to allChildren who lack family support should have somewhere to goCommunity service is vital for a healthy environment

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Community service

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

God

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

War and peace

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I can not be bought

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Never to lose touch with their community

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

9/11 I was utterly traumatized

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I managed my Mother’s restaurant and left it due to bankruptcy

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Imagine by John Lennon

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

It is the voice of the nation

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

No

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Unity

If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Yes

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes

What are your thoughts on term limits?

There should be term limits in congress George Washington said it best in his farewell address.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Yes

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

It would entice me to work with my colleagues to reach a consensus

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