Lindsay Donahue

Lindsay Donahue was born in Temple Hills, Maryland. She earned a bachelor's degree from Catawba College in 2004. Her career experience includes working as an information technology professional.[1] Donahue has been affiliated with Moms Demand Action.[2]

Maryland U.S. House District 3

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

A lifelong Democrat born and raised in Maryland, I'm ready to fight for equality across America. Income inequality is a significant source of many social problems. We need a fairer tax system to the lower- and middle-class.

As the wealthiest country in the world, we are seeing people choosing not to have children because of the cost. Our country does not do enough to help young families, and this needs to change.

I am a Health IT Professional, a parent, a voter, and someone who cares deeply about our country and wants a better outlook for generations to come.

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?

Healthcare for All: It is time for the United States to implement universal healthcare for all of our citizens. There is a lot of red tape, profits, and questions about existing coverage that is leaving people without adequate care and unexplained costs. There are gaps in coverage, premiums are sky-high, and insurance companies are claiming more and more profits every year.

Healthcare is a HUMAN right.Gun reform is long overdue in the United States. Firearms are the number one killer of children. Gun fatalities increased 87% between 2011 and 2021. Every day, 327 people are shot; 117 of these victims die; twelve of these victims are children.

Schools no longer have Fire Drills but instead lock down drills because the the last school fire death was in 1958. The last school shooting was just three weeks ago when a 17 year old killed a classmate, his principal, and himself.

We need common sense policies surrounding the access and use of firearms—universal background checks, unique serial numbers, ammunition tracking, stronger penalties for the use of ghost guns, elimination of bump stocks, and a ban on assault rifles.Women's reproductive rights are under assault across the country. Physicians face criminal charges in 23 states if they try to help women with the healthcare they need. Women, and children, are forced to carry pregnancies to term. The circumstances for needing an abortion are different for everyone, but one thing remains a commonality: it is NEVER a first choice, but LAST and ONLY choice.

Politicians should have no say over a woman’s body. Maryland has nearly hard-coded protection for women across our state, but women across the country need a strong voice that will fight for them, and that voice is me.

I will support and introduce legislation to codify abortion rights at the Federal level.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Healthcare, social welfare, economic, and civil rights policy.

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

Honesty and transparency. Reliability. Natural leader who can bring people together. Ethical.

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

To enact legislation based on their campaign. To work within and across party lines in the best interest of Americans.

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

Maybe not the first, but 9/11 was pretty impactful. I was 20 at the time.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I believe in term limits. The founding fathers did not intend for representatives to be career politicians. Our legislative body is the oldest in the world. It is time to enact term limits and encourage a more diversified--age or otherwise--Congress.

What committees interest you?

Taxation; Judiciary; Science, Space, and Technology; Rules; Ways and Means

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

The limits on political donations allow for our politicians to be bought by the ultra-wealthy who have money to spend to serve their own interests.

Maryland U.S. House District 5

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m running for Congress to effect change for all Americans. I want to revamp the healthcare system to include everyone, impose federal term limits, reinstitute the 1994 Federal Safety and Recreational Use Firearms Safety Act.

We are at an impasse here between our geriatric leadership and the lack of initiative to make real change at the federal level. I’m ready to represent Maryland and other democrats on the federal stage.

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?

Healthcare for AllTerm LimitsEnd ‘Run Hide Fight’ and let kids learn a in safe environment.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Healthcare—there needs to be more transparency, clearer guidelines, and respect for physicians orders. When an insurance company can deny a service your provider seems necessary, that’s a real problem.