Defense, Veterans & Foreign Policy

A strong military and firm support for allies

“Chaotic tidal waves of immigrants threaten Americans' safety.TAXES:Pending tax increases on American's income, capital gains and Corporate taxes will again, have negative impact.United States LEADERSHIP with powerful military, strengthen partner allies, space defense and safety of American citizens above all.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“My military career taught me how unhealthy soldiers can significantly decrease operational readiness, which is why soldier health has long been a cornerstone of our military’s strength.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“It’s one way to unleash the economy.Military:I support a strong military and the brave men and women who serve.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“Eisenhower’s Farewell Address (1961) - This speech is a thoughtful reflection from a military veteran and president on balancing strength, industry, and democratic responsibility.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“Foreign Policy and Protecting Our National Security Diplomacy and leadership, backed by a strong military, are critical for our national security.[2] ” —Lauren Underwood for Congress[3] Campaign advertisements The following is an example of an ad from Underwood's 2018 election campaign.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“to maintain the strongest and best trained all-volunteer military force for OUR National Defense - Vote against overseas spending, proxy wars, and contingency operations and demand we cease all wartime operations not Congressionally approved.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“As a 20 year combat veteran, Zach knows the importance of a strong military when it comes to defending our country, protecting democracy, and promoting peace.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“Andy voted for vital funding to rebuild our nation’s military, increase readiness, bolster our Naval forces, increase end strength of our Armed Forces and provide the largest pay raise for our troops in a decade.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“ng sustainable, good-paying jobs to the District, support small businesses and local entrepreneurs, and invest in job training programs that strengthen our workforce.  April specifically plans to leverage technology – and the opportunities it offers – to drive economic development across the 6th District. ...Finally, April believes we need to rebuild trust in our Democracy to create a stronger ...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“hat drive up housing costs and limit supply. Gary supports common-sense policies that make homeownership achievable.Health CareA bloated bureaucracy and inflated malpractice costs are siphoning precious health care dollars. Gary will fight to streamline the system and put patients first.Safe CommunitiesSafe communities are the foundation of a thriving society. Gary believes in a comprehensive a...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“pose extreme policies like the Green New Deal and support balanced solutions that lower energy costs, protect jobs, and move us toward cleaner, affordable American energy.OPENING DOORS TO HOMEOWNERSHIPOwning a home in Massachusetts shouldn’t be out of reach. I’ll fight for policies that lower costs, encourage smart development, and help families build wealth without punishing success or driving...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“or someone elected to office include identifying, supporting, and initiating legislation that directly addresses the needs and concerns of the district. This means understanding local issues and advocating for policies that improve the lives of constituents. Holding hearings and investigations is crucial for oversight and accountability, ensuring that government actions align with the public’s ...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“s to disclose the evidence, assumptions, and data supporting them; strengthen protections for scientific whistleblowers; require independent review of high-impact agency findings; and make federally funded research and government data publicly accessible whenever national security and privacy permit. I would also pursue constitutionally sound equal-opportunity standards for broadcasters using p...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“ate and special interest money out of politics, I support legislation to overturn the disastrous Citizens United Supreme Court decision. In addition, I support banning outside spending through corporate 501(c)4s, SuperPACs, and 527 groups. I also support public election funding and campaign spending caps.Ending GerrymanderingThe Trump Administration has tried to consolidate power at every turn–...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“t families, workers, and hard-earned savings.I’ll support small businesses and entrepreneurs who drive our local economy, stand with union workers, strengthen manufacturing and innovation, support our defense and aerospace industries, and fight to bring good-paying, family-sustaining jobs back to our district and across Michigan.Protect FamiliesAs a mother and a prosecutor, the safety and well-...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“right-wing Super PACs that will spend millions to support him, the future of our democracy demands we put an end to this corruption.Education & Investing in Our YouthOur kids are struggling, plain and simple. No matter their race, gender, zip code, or religion, everyone is feeling the effects of decades of defunding and GOP attacks on our public schools. As a proud product of Detroit Public Sch...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“ghts as the framers intendedRule of LawEnable and support law enforcement to effectively perform their duties, enforce equal protection, and uphold natural lawVoting IntegrityEnsure and enforce ballot security, and secure voting only for legal U.S. citizensEconomic StrengthFiscal ResponsibilityEliminate excessive & wasteful spending, pay off the debt and balance the budget, and ensure plan tran...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“unities for all children in America. Therefore, I support Parental Rights in Education. Parents and guardians are the first, and, the primary teachers in every child’s life.As stated in MCL 380.10 here in Michigan— “It is the natural, fundamental right of parents and legal guardians to determine and direct the care, teaching, and education of their children.” And, “The public schools of this st...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“nd is now being adopted around the country.I also support a federal tenant bill of rights that would level the playing field between tenants and price-gouging landlords. Many of our worst landlords are owned by Wall Street firms and have no commitment whatsoever to our communities.Guarantee HealthcareWe pay more for our healthcare than any other nation in the developed world, while receiving wo...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“dual endorsements to date. I have actively sought support across the district, but as an Independent candidate I am building outside the party-aligned networks that traditionally drive many political endorsements. My campaign is focused on earning support directly from voters and organizations willing to evaluate the candidacy”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“nd he voted to cut $1 trillion from Medicaid that supports our rural clinics. I'll vote to end the tariffs and the war, take on health insurers and Big Pharma, cut red tape so we can build more homes and childcare, stop data centers from raising electric bills, and cut taxes for working families, paid for by closing corporate loopholes.Take on corruption. Finstad took $22,500 from Syngenta, a c...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“atment and unrig our system for you and me. Peggy supports banning stock trading for anyone elected to federal office, including members of Congress and the president. Minnesotans need public servants who are focused on serving their constituents, not their stock portfolios. Peggy supports banning elected and appointed officials from lobbying and reforming the Supreme Court.Healthcare: Everyone...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“who aspire to live the American dream. Mining: I support iron ore and precious metals mining which employs scientifically- based methods to ensure our environment remains pristine. Tax Reform: I support the ongoing efforts to reform our tax code which puts more money int”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“that he would fight for conservatives values and support free market economic policies of lower taxes, fewer regulations and promoting our Constitutional freedoms and liberties—including the right to life of the unborn and our 2nd Amendment rights. In Congress, he has also worked to strengthen our agricultural community, fought for stronger border security to stop illegal immigration and drugs,...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“be to ensure the safety of American families. Ann supports a robust and effective military that is empowered to protect the American people from radical Islamic terrorists in the Middle East. She has consistently supported funding for locally-manufactured fighter jets, the Growler and Super Hornet, so that our military men and women have sufficient tools to keep us safe. Jobs and the Econo”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“workers. ​ Universal Pre-K Parents overwhelmingly support universal pre-K as an effective system, we should make it accessible to all families that want to participate. ​K-12We must evaluate the standards by which to judge educational success, the standardized testing system is not representative of the success in our classroom. A large margin of Educators feel they are teaching to a test and t...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“our foreign policy. For years, both parties have supported failed nation-building and regime change operations across Africa and the Middle East at the behest of foreign entities, the military industrial complex, and the oil industry. Not only has this left America with generational crippling debt, but it has only created more enemies and made us less safe as a nation. I will advocate for bring...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“lose their home or life savings to medical debt.I support expanding access through a public option and allowing Missourians to buy into Medicare before they turn 65. These reforms would increase competition, drive down premiums and deductibles, and make sure every family can afford the care they need.Family MedicineThe choices we make about our health and the health of our loved ones are deeply...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“helped bring home millions of dollars in federal support to modernize St. Louis Lambert International Airport. These upgrades will keep flights on schedule, grow our economy, protect our environment, and better connect our great city and state to the rest of the country and the world.Delivering Justice for Coldwater Creek Families.For decades, families in North St. Louis County suffered cancers...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“Ban Wall Street from buying single-family homes. Support federally backed mortgages for first responders and school teachers. Invest in trades, logging, and manufacturing. Make permanent no tax on tips, overtime, and”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“ery one of Montana’s 56 counties — on the record.✓Support congressional term limits.✓Publish how I voted and why, every time.✓Back the TRUST in Congress Act to ban members of Congress from trading individual stocks, and the DISCLOSE Act to unmask dark money.A pledge to MontanaI can'tbe bought.★ SIGNED ★NO PACMONEYMONTANA · 2026I don’t take a dime of corporate PAC money. The people who donate to...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“h the state’s ranching and farming communities to support the Ranch’s work with emotionally troubled youth.His leadership in the non-profit sector eventually reached a national scale when he served as Executive Vice President for Planned Giving for the National Christian Foundation. As one of the largest c”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“t term, and cover a broader range of assets. I’ll support it and push for even stronger legislation.C. EXPOSE DARK MONEY DONORSUnder current law, 501(c)(4) non-profit groups do not have to disclose their donors to the Federal Election Commission (FEC). This has allowed massive corporations and billionaires to flood our elections with billions of dollars that we do not know the origin of. In 202...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“Foreign PolicyI believe in peace through strength, having a strong and non-political military, and pursuing American interests FIRST”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“r health and going into debt. In Congress, I will support the Medical Debt Cancellation Act to eliminate the $220B in medical debt weighing down working families through no fault of their own.Maternal health.As a physician, husband, and father, maternal health is a top priority for me. Black women are several times more likely to face maternal health challenges in this country, and I commit to ...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“A strong military equals a strong nation. Having served, I understand firsthand that military strength is not just measured by budgets or hardware, but by the preparedness and moral of the men and women who wear the uniform”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“gress in NY-7 to fight for the working class.Unions for AllUnions are how we build power and expand democracy. Organized workers win higher wages and stronger benefits, work in safer conditions, and exercise more control over their time and their lives. They are more secure at work, more engaged in their communities, and more likely to vote.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“build a stronger, more prosperous future by also supporting the creation and growth of families—making it easier to buy a home, raise children, and build a life in our communities without being crushed by taxes and red tape.Back The Blue During the height of the ‘Defund the Police’ movement, I was the #1 supporter of Law Enforcement lauded by the Suffolk County PBA for being the only state legi...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“will increase economic activity and job creation in the shipping and container port industry on Staten Island and in South Brooklyn. Military Nicole strongly supports President Trump’s historic investment in our military, including state-of-the-art new equipment and the largest pay raise for our troops in a decade. As a community leader, Nicole worked with Congress to”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“NATIONAL DEFENSE The United States is the world’s great superpower and maintaining a strong national defense is a Constitutional mandate that must be upheld. We must follow the council of our military leaders and make sure they have the tools they need to protect our freedoms around the world”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“National Defense A strong national defense is the cornerstone of a peaceful nation. We must invest in the tools and equipment necessary to ensure our military is the strongest in the world”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“ake sure they get the benefits and services they have earned while defending our country and keeping us all safe. National Defense I am in favor of a strong national defense and will work to protect and maintain our military dominance. We have the greatest, strongest, and most capable military on the planet. This fact alone serves as powerful deterrence to those who would do us harm.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“ded health care services in South Texas, but much more still needs to be done. Keeping America Safe: America is the land of the free, and I support a strong military and national defense to ensure we stay that way. Today we face various enemies who play by different rules, and we must stay vigilant while honoring”

A strong military and firm support for allies

““ Cassie Easley is a strong believer in the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. She is an Evangelical Christian. She has lived in rural Utah for 20 years. She’s the daughter of a retired Navy veteran. She has a great respect for our Military and knows first-hand what the families are going through while their loved ones are serving. Having lived in both large cities and rural Utah, she fe”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“one cares more about protecting and preserving our lands and natural resources than the farmers and ranchers who live and work on them.MAINTAINING A STRONG NATIONAL DEFENSE & DEFENDING UTAH’S MILITARY INSTALLATIONS AND ASSETSCeleste is a strong supporter of our military and national defense. On the House Appropriations Committee, she has worked to pass funding that benefits our military and Hill”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“ern Utah. My policy positions are people first.What are the economic issues facing northern Utah and what would you do about them?Northern Utah has a strong tradition of hard work combined with innovation supported by a community that puts people first. These values and traditions have served us well for decades, but are now under stress, partly because of the actions (or inaction) or our”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“ery family in Virginia's 10th District deserves to know that their loved ones can go to work, to school, and back home without fear. That starts with strong, well-supported law enforcement and a justice system that actually holds people accountable.Dave will always stand with the men and women in uniform who protect our communities, from the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office to the U.S.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“An Equitable EconomyRegardless of our politics, all of us want a strong economy that gives everyone the chance to succeed. Few issues come up as frequently in my interactions across our region as the need to strengthen our economy, expand access to good-paying jobs, and make life more affordable.Working to guide and strengthen the growth of the U.S. economy is a core focus of my work in Congress.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“and from lobbying their former colleagues after leaving office. He also supports a ban on Members of Congress trading individual stocks. He is also a strong proponent of bipartisanship and is committed to working across the aisle to address the real issues facing our communities. Stand with Servicemembers, Veterans, and Military Families As a retired U.S.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“works hard in Washington to make it easier for Americans to open their own businesses and achieve the American dream.EconomyJen wants to build on the strong economy that President Trump put back into motion. As a strong believer in fiscal responsibility, Jen was raised by her parents to pay her bills on time and not spend more than she had in the bank.”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“amounts greater than up to 2.5 ounces. I strongly support this effort and the companion legislation that would ensure we move forward equitably by taking strong steps, similarly to the MORE Act, to support the communities disproportionately impacted by marijuana laws. It would create a fund to support small, minority-owned and women-owned businesses entering the adult-use cannabis industry as w...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“at of nuclear weapons and hypersonic missiles, by supporting a state-of-the-art next-generation missile defense shield. Dan believes strongly that NATO must pay its fair share for Europe’s defense. Additionally, Dan Cox will vote to deny the World Health Organization treaty authority over the healthcare of Americans by demanding a rejection of the proposed “”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“olence Tamisha has years of experience working to support victims of domestic violence. She was a Victim Witness Advocate for the Suffolk District Attorney’s office, where she was professionally trained to provide resources to victims of crime, including but not limited to restraining order assistance, housing assistance, grand jury preparati”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“ational security. In Washington, I will promote a strong military to protect our country and defend liberty and freedom. homeland Security and Immigration: ​We have lost sight of what it means to be an American with”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“nity for every community by fostering innovation, supporting small businesses and skilled careers, and promoting open, accountable government that earns trust. We’ll elevate academic excellence with transparent schools, high standards, and focused classrooms; build safe communities through smart prevention, mental-health support, and strong school safety; and support healthy families by affirmi...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“rsity is vital to intellectual growth. I strongly support policies to make the faculty and student body of Wayne State reflect Michigan’s diversity, which has fueled incredible achievements in culture and industry.There have been similar threats to suppress the expression of the First Amendment right to free speech, particularly regarding US support to Isreal. Wayne State University should have...”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“gainst bills and garnered legislative and citizen support for same. This experience and the development of good will and mutually respectful relationships with legislators will be a great benefit, especially in combination with my grassroots contact with citizens across the state. As a member of the PSC, I plan to work closely with the legislators sand no”

A strong military and firm support for allies

“responsibility to ensure that our courts have the support, guidance and resources needed to ensure access for everyone equally. I have also prioritized work on child welfare, legal representation for families, treatment and problem-solving courts, and collaboration with triba”

Opposes endless wars and wants to reduce military spending

“Fight for trade deals that will put the Valley first, not endless tariff trade wars that hurt our farmers and businesses.”

Opposes endless wars and wants to reduce military spending

“Restore the ConstitutionEnd the Fed and the IRSStop the Endless wars What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?”

Opposes endless wars and wants to reduce military spending

“No more endless wars.”

Opposes endless wars and wants to reduce military spending

“Army, leading soldiers as a Military Police Officer overseas.”

Opposes endless wars and wants to reduce military spending

“The biggest example is Trump’s tariffs and unnecessary trade wars.”

Opposes endless wars and wants to reduce military spending

“In the last Congress, she made history as the first-ever woman to Chair the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee.”

Opposes endless wars and wants to reduce military spending

“- No more endless wars—I will make sure our troops are defended, not deployed to fight pointless wars that benefit no one but the Washington war machine.America First Economy—Bring Back Jobs, End Foreign Dependence - We don’t need more government programs—we need more good-paying jobs right here in Florida.”

Opposes endless wars and wants to reduce military spending

“I come from a military family and will ensure that our military remains the strongest and best equipped force in the world.”

Opposes endless wars and wants to reduce military spending

“Scott has worked to ensure our police and fire rescue services attract and retain the best talent and have the necessary tools and resources to serve and protect our citizens.Committed to a Strong Military and DefenseAs mayor, Scott ensured that funding went to public safety, not woke or race-based programs.”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“Now, he is running on a platform that is laser-focused on benefiting the working class and addressing the corruption in Washington.Each and every American should be able to afford the basics.Josh knows the American Dream is getting further and further away for too many families who are struggling to put food on the table, make rent, and achieve the dream of homeownership.”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“ls. As Senator, I will: 1) Push for the immediate moratorium on all military aide (money, weapons, personnel) to foreign governments. 2) Consolidation of the hundreds of global U.S. funded military bases (Congressional Base Realig”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“If you elect me, I will advocate to close our overseas bases, bring our brave troops back home to their loved ones, and focus our resources on defending our own homeland.”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“e to sit down, work through differences, and stay focused on solutions that are grounded in respect.That’s how progress actually happens.And that’s the proven approach I have consistently taken—showing that it’s possible to be both principled and respectful in challenging times. It shapes the tone of our communities. It affects how people treat each other at home, at work, and in everyday life....”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“es active listening, responsiveness, and a steady focus on what’s happening at home. What are your thoughts on term limits? I support term limits. When people stay in office too long, politics starts revolving around keeping power in”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“uents prior to being elected to find out what her focus should be once in office. This means fielding calls from constituents while in office when new concerns within the district arise. This means working with members of Congress to secure funding to help tackle those issues back home. It is also vital that members of Congress communicate effectively with their constituents on how the process ...”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“rve. He’s not interested in political games. He’s focused on delivering real results. From securing our border to protecting constitutional rights, every one of Marty’s priorities is grounded in his commitment to defend our freedoms, strengthen our economy, and ensure a better future for Nevada families.Read more below for what he believes will make our country's future greater and brighter.Res...”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“Focusing on their needs is very important to my agenda. Weather it is that they need better services, ways to keep the home they build or have lived in for their whole lives, and medical needs”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“As the representative for more than 775,000 New Jersey residents, I am focused on lowering costs for families, improving access to high-quality healthcare, supporting a robust and reliable infrastructure, boosting innovation at home, and helping students reach their top potential”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“must manage strategic competition with authoritarian powers, protect alliances, and defend democratic norms without drifting into reckless conflict or isolation. Meeting these challenges will require serious governance by investing in people, rebuilding institutions, upholding the rule of law, and leading with steadiness and credibility at home and abroad”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“In Congress, I’ll take that same mindset, rejecting political theater and focusing on what’s important – improving the lives of the folks back home Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“We need to focus on solving our problems at home, including our $40 trillion debt instead of bombing children 10,000 miles away”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“Instead, he has focused his energies on trying to cut taxes on upper-income earners, corporations, and special interests. His latest proposal — rejected by the Unicameral — would have provided T.D. Ameritrade, the company founded by the Ricketts family, a $13 million tax cut while the typical homeowner would receive a tax credit of $25”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“ness funding, and affordable housing. I will also focus on auto insurance reform, gas price reduction, boosting the minimum wage, cutting mortgage, city, and state taxes, funding Catholic schools and churches, increasing school funding, and lowering food costs. Additionally, I will work on mental health services, homelessness solutions, and infrastructure improvements to make NYC a cleaner, saf...”

Less involvement abroad, focus resources at home

“Jennifer represents Henderson County in the North Carolina House, where she has focused on issues affecting families, farmers, small businesses, education, and Western North Carolina.She lives in Hendersonville with her family. For Jennifer, Western North Carolina isn’t just where she lives, it’s home”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“We advocate for a peaceful foreign policy, guaranteed healthcare, a federal jobs guarantee, affordable housing, education as a right, clean energy, immigration reform, criminal justice reform, and veteran care. Heathcare For All Advocating for Medicare for All, promoting a single-payer solution for reform to our current healthcare system”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“the U.S. military to deter adversariesSupport our veterans with quality healthcare and benefits they earnedHold allies accountable for meeting their own defense commitmentsOppose reckless foreign entanglements that drain American resourcesStrengthen Fort Leavenworth and other Kansas military installationsBorder Security & ImmigrationA nation without borders is not a nation. Eric supports common...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“mendment. It is our law and our right. Rights of Veterans: I know the importance of celebrating and assisting our Veterans. I am committed to making sure they have all the tools and resources needed to obtain jobs and medical care. These men and women are not just soldiers, they are the reason we can enjoy the freedoms granted to us as Americans, and we should treat them as suc”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“key believes that the VA was created to serve all veterans, not just those veterans it can "afford" to serve. All veterans, regardless of income, have earned the right to high-quality health care services." War in Iraq Excerpt: "But as we now know, the Bush Administration never cared whether or not there were weapons of mass destruction in Ira”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“onsistently, not unpredictably.Build Pathways for Veterans and the Next Generation of Young AmericansStrengthen and expand GI Bill-Style pathways to other public service programs. Advocate for GI-Bill style pathways for those public service programs like the Peace Corps, Teach for America, Americorps, City Year, etc. Advocate for the recreation of the Civilian Conservation Corps in order to all...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“District places where our kids can grow up secure.Veterans & SeniorsOur veterans and seniors kept their word — Washington should keep its word to them. Tyler will fight to protect the benefits they earned through a lifetime of service and work, and make sure the promises made to them are promises kept.— R. Tyler MacAllister's campaign webs”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“ortant ways America can show its gratitude to its veterans for their heroic and dedicated service to our nation is by providing them with the finest medical care possible. When the Bush White House tried to close four VA hospitals in the 9th/new 8th District, Lynch successfully led the effort to keep them open. He has been a champion of health care for veterans, and was a strong supporter of ...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“ir service is complete. That means reinvesting in veterans' care, education, and jobs. True strength is not just about might — it is about keeping our promises and striving for peace with integrity.Serving Our VeteransThose who have worn our nation's uniform have earned more than words of thanks — They have earned action. As your representative, I will fight to ensure that every veteran has acc...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“ou personally passionate about? As a 22-year Army veteran who served in Iraq, Kuwait, Guantanamo Bay, and the Korean DMZ, I know firsthand that our commitment to those who serve cannot end when they take off the uniform. I’m passionate about making sure veterans and their families receive the benefits, health care, and opportunities they earned through their service. In Congress, I’ve worked to...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“bstance use disorder. Supporting our Veterans Our veterans deserve our respect, gratitude, and support. Kelly’s husband, John Willoughby, is a combat veteran and former Army Ranger. Her father-in-law was an Airborne Ranger who received a Purple Heart and Silver Star for his brave service, and both her father and grandfathers are veterans. Kelly also spent the beginning of her career caring for ...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“on, and slash vital public services that seniors, veterans, and children depend on. Sure, I’m in favor of cutting red tape and eliminating wasteful spending, but this administration has made incoherent, overnight cuts to life-saving programs either accidentally or deliberately, and then refused to fix their own mistakes. If you’re going to cut medical treatments and food supplies for kids who n...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“eed to complete their mission. After serving, our veterans deserve to be welcomed home with honor by a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that puts them and their families first. I will help President Trump rebuild our military and keep America strong, and I will fight for our veterans to ensure they have access to world-class health care and workforce development programs. Fixing Our Broken H...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“Privatize the VA, allow the free market to give veterans the best access to care when they need it and when they need it quickly. End the fed. Dismantle the central banks. Tie the hands of the federal government. Deregulate. Dere”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“on for America’s military, their families and our veterans. She will support policies that help strengthen our military to support our men and women in the Armed Forces so they have the best training and tools available to keep America safe. She also understands the sacrifices made by those who have fought to defend our nation. As such, she will work to ensure veterans and their families rece...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“g and cut wherever possible." National Security / Veterans: "We cannot get the budget of this nation back on track by only cutting from our defense budget. I believe in a strong military. As a Colonel in the Mississippi National Guard who has done two tours in Iraq, I will always support a strong national defense. I will fight to make sure that our men and women in uniform are equipped to de...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“nship, while working families, rural communities, veterans, farmers, and small towns are left behind.I am running as an Independent because Mississippi deserves a senator who answers to the people, not party bosses or political establishments. My 21 years of military service, three combat tours, legal career, and public service have shaped my commitment to duty, accountability, and country over...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“y to fight for the people--from medical reform to veteran benefits, workers' rights to Constitutional rights, Chris has your six.Support Working FamiliesThe working class is falling behind, and MO-08—Missouri's poorest and most rural district—is feeling the pressure hardest. Families here can't afford more costs piled on top of farming challenges, healthcare accessibility or outdated infrastruc...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“t MilitaryI support our nation’s military and our veterans. I will never leave them behind. I took an Oath to our Constitution, but I also made a pact with my team while serving. Similarly, I cannot break that pact either. However, we cannot waste taxpayer dollars.Freedom and PrivacyThe federal government should not be able to regulate your body, your marriage, your religion in schools, or your...”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“ral research, and fair competition; strengthening veterans’ healthcare and earned benefits; investing in infrastructure and local businesses; protecting clean air, water, public lands, and constitutional rights; and requiring Congress to a”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“ment out of the way. The VA isn’t working for our Veterans and Obamacare isn’t working for our citizens. Let’s get to work on actually solving these major problems, not making them worse. Let’s attack the issues that are m”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“Keeping Our Promises to Veterans Our veterans served our nation with bravery and honor, and we owe them a debt of gratitude we can never fully repay. The best we can do is keep our promises to them. I'll work to increase the quality of VA care, ensure accountability, and fight to get First Congressional District veterans the care, benefits, and services they've earned”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“The House is where voices from every corner of America — from business owners to veterans to first-time candidates like me — can bring real-life experience into the fight”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“I want to be remembered as someone who brought people together to solve problems, worked across political differences, and always put the interests of families, seniors, veterans, and future generations first”

Make veterans' care and benefits the first priority

“s back to America to lower costs, to ensuring our veterans get the benefits they deserve, Susie Lee has effectively worked with both parties and delivered for Nevadans. In fact, she was recognized as one of the top 10 most bipartisan Members of Congress, out of over 400 Members across the country. Lee also took on pharmaceutical companies and won, passing the most significant legislation to bri...”

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“I believe these issues should be overseen by veterans who have first hand experience with these issues”

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“Jersey. The debacle of the nursing homes and the veterans’ hospitals must also be prevented from ever happening again, along with a need to fully investigate what led to so many unnecessary deaths already. We need our State to be a model of treating veterans right, since they make sacrifices for our country like few others. I will seek the elimination of state income taxes on veteran pension...”

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“e care they need, where they need it.Investing in veterans’ care by strengthening the VA system so facilities like the Montrose VA Medical Center get the funding and support they need.Fighting and Preventing CorruptionD.C. is ineffective because powerful special interests have rigged the system for decades. In 2024, Elon Musk spent over a million dollars propping up Mike Lawler. It’s time to fi...”

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“ssary and burdensome regulations and taxes on businesses and individuals. Veterans As a Marine Mom, Claudia is a particularly strong advocate for all veterans who have answered the call to serve and have sacrificed everything, which is necessary to preserve the freedom and individual rights guaranteed by our great nation.”

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“ntation of these technologies align with national security interests, preventing adversaries from exploiting them for malicious purposes.Honoring Our VeteransWe owe no greater debt than to those who have served our country in uniform. Josh’s grandpa served in the U.S. Army, and Josh has done work over the course of his career to support veterans, including advocacy in federal court on behalf of”

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“I am a 27 year old Christian, Marine Corps Veteran, and father to be. Growing up, I have always heard the United States referred to as "The Land of the Free". However, I do not believe that we are as free as we should be, nor used to be. That is why I want to start with the state of North Carolina, and work to make North Carolina more free, first and foremost”

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“As a Green Beret combat Veteran, Pat knows firsthand the dangers that we face inside and outside of our borders”

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“Campaign websiteOjeda's campaign website stated the following:Fighting for VeteransWE HONOR SERVICEVeterans deserve care, respect, and real action.Richard Hudson calls himself the “veterans’ representative” but he votes to tear down veterans at every turn. I served for 24 years, and as a retired Army Major, I know firsthand what it means to serve”

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“Eric Conroy is an Air Force veteran, former CIA case officer, and Republican candidate for Congress in Ohio’s First Congressional District”

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“estions appear in bold and are followed by Mealer's responses. Who are you? Tell us about yourself. I am a wife and mother, a West Pointer and combat veteran, a Harvard JD/MBA, a former oil & gas finance executive, and now a small business owner. I’m proud to be raising the next generation of Texans here at home.After graduating from the United States Military Academy at West Point, I volunteered”

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“de President Trump to bring back jobs, lower costs, and rebuild an economy that works for working families.Caring for Those Who Wore the UniformI’m a veteran, and my wife has served as a VA nurse practitioner. We’ve seen the best and worst of the VA. Veterans don’t need another speech or another layer of bureaucracy — they need results. Fast care, no red tape, no excuses.”

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“ect agricultural and municipal water supplies, and push for long-term regional water planning instead of relying on short-term fixes.ADVOCATE FOR OUR VETERANSAs an Infantry Captain in the Army National Guard, I know firsthand what our men and women in uniform sacrifice, as well as what they're owed when they come home. I'll fight to reduce VA wait times and expand access to care throughout our”

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“R CARE OF OUR VETERANS We ask our military men and women to risk their lives for our country. Yet our federal government ignores the sacrifice of our veterans by providing subpar services and unconscionable delays in care at our Veterans Affairs facilities. With my experience as a Commissioner on the Texas Veterans Commission, I will lead efforts to overhaul the VA and bring together the VFW,”

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“serve, lead from the front, and fight for lower costs and higher wages, stronger privacy protections as AI advances, working families and unions, our veterans, and Social Security and Medicare. Please list below 3 key messages of your”

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“yer dollars to secretly settle sexual harassment claims against members of Congress, yet we cannot find the funds to adequately care for our military veterans. One of Rep. Gooden’s highest priorities will be ensuring that those who sacrificed so much for our freedoms get the care they deserve from the Department of Veterans Affairs, an entity that has been plagued by bureaucracy and mismanagement”

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“changed by the horrors they witnessed. They bear the burden of their sacrifice. I am eternally thankful that there is now more support available for veterans than there once was. Yet, I know there is more to be done. We owe it to them to ensure they receive the care and resources they so desperately need. And let us not forget their families, who endure their own silent battles, often unseen and”

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“g with securing the border and upholding the rule of law. Veterans: Our nation must keep its promise to the men and women who have served. We owe our veterans a tremendous debt and must ensure veterans have access to quality health care and education. “For it has been said, all that a man hath will he give for his life; and while all contribute of their substance the soldier puts his”

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“. That’s why I’ve spent the last six years fighting for safer gun storage laws, and it’s why I’ll keep fighting for common sense gun laws in Congress.VeteransAs a disabled military veteran myself, I know how often veterans living in our district are underserved and overlooked. While the VA has improved, we can do even better.”

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“omised.Congress needs to stop ongoing attempts to privatize programs that have long been part of the American social contract, including Medicare and Veterans Administration benefits. Under Trump, even Social Security has come under attack; it’s now a $15.4 billion agency run by someone with no management experience. Congress should raise the cap on Social Security taxes so the wealthy pay their”

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“itted to easing the tax burden on families and businesses by promoting fiscal responsibility and reducing unnecessary spending. As a husband, father, veteran, and business partner, I know that means making smart choices—cutting inefficiencies, reviewing outdated programs, and ensuring every dollar serves a clear purpose.”

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“Bringing people together through practical solutions, accountability, and stronger local partnerships that rebuild trust across different communities.Veteran SupportVA – more benefits for those service members who served in at least 2 enlistments, all veterans preventative care basic Healthcare for veterans of two or more enlistments.National Guard reserve Full Tricare prime during war time.”

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“s a small business owner to run for Congress where I advocated and delivered for the working families of Hampton Roads. From the largest expansion of veterans benefits in our lifetimes to cutting prescription drug costs, I fought for and passed legislation in Congress that has had a real impact on the lives of people who put their trust in me.”

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“26. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Sabio's responses. Who are you? Tell us about yourself. I’m Tony Sabio—a husband, father, veteran, and national security professional who has spent my life serving our country in the U.S. military, the Secret Service, and the CIA. My career has taken me into high-risk environments where I learned that leadership is about responsibility,”

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“points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? Most families across Eastern Washington are struggling to keep up; even veterans are struggling with housing and food insecurity. Housing prices have skyrocketed. Child care and health care are incredibly expensive. Regular folks need a break, not corporate special interests. Carmela will get us that break.”

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“fight to rein in tuition costs and expand access to skilled-trades training so every young person in Southwest Washington has a path to a good career.Veterans & National DefenseAs a retired Navy officer, I know readiness matters. I'll support a lethal, modern force, care for veterans with faster access to care and benefits and rebuild the industrial base—especially small manufacturers—so America”

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“nd Medicaid from cutsLower prescription drug costsMove toward universal healthcare access so coverage doesn't depend on your employer or your ZIP codeVeterans & ServiceJohn doesn't just talk about supporting veterans, he is one. As a retired Air Force Major with three combat deployments, he knows the VA system from the inside.”

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“edom program, offering higher education grants and career opportunities for surviving addicts. No-one should be a prisoner to addiction. ​ VETERANS A veterans selfless career comes with honor and sacrifice. The greatest thing America can do for its military is to not only take care of the veterans, but also increase public awareness of the transitional issues, emphasizing the importance of”

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“IssuesAffordabilityMaking life affordable for working West Virginians is my top priority. I support fully funding SNAP, Social Security, and veterans’ benefits, and I oppose harmful funding cuts to safety net programs. West Virginians also deserve to earn higher wages for their hard work. Our state minimum wage is still $8.75 an hour, less than half of what you need to survive.”

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“s in underserved areas of the District, and successfully fought for and secured $500 million to strengthen Wisconsin’s rural hospital infrastructure. Veterans IssuesDerrick’s Navy service gave him a unique perspective on caring for our veterans. He receives his healthcare through the VA and continues to do so even as a Member of Congress.”

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“or Our Veterans Our Armed Servicemen and women sacrifice so much to keep us safe, it is imperative that government work just as hard to serve them as veterans. That is why I support programs to help veterans find jobs and housing, and why I support increased access to mental healthcare for veterans, so these brave servicemen and women can build a life in Connecticut and support their families.”

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“plays a vital role in protecting pension systems, veterans' benefits, college savings programs, and the long-term financial health of Massachusetts. I will protect these critical programs while ensuring that the state”

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“bout? School safety, secure borders, homeless and veteran care, inflation cost, education, the VA, using america resources and representing the people first and foremost! Who do you look up to? Whose example woul”

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“y siblings as well as volunteered her time at the veterans facility. After graduating, I attended Calvin college and worked summers at various places to help afford tuition. I graduated with a BS in chemistry and spent the next 4 years working at Amway. 1981 I took a position at the Perrigo company. For 36 years I worked in R&D of over the counter drugs and managed areas in liquid R&D. around t...”

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“ict 135 (Northwest Houston – Cypress and Katy Area), spending four terms in the Texas State Legislature advocating for public education, healthcare, veterans, affordable housing, and public health & safety. My unique background, being the only career mechanical engineer in the Texas Legislature, and my pragmatic “no-BS” approach have earned me respect and credibility across the aisle and across”