I am honored to represent Washington’s 8th Congressional District, and am running for re-election to represent the district which includes much of King, Pierce, Snohomish, Kittitas, and Chelan Counties, and portions of Douglas County.
I am a pediatrician, a wife, and a mom with deep roots in this community. Prior to being elected to Congress, I spent 17 years as a pediatrician listening to and helping solve problems with thousands of patients and their families across the 8th District, and I am bringing that same dedication and understanding to my work as your representative in Congress.
I was first inspired to pursue a career in healthcare when I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 16, and since then I have known firsthand what it means to worry about health insurance and rising prescription drug costs.
When I first ran for Congress, I promised to be an independent and effective voice for the people of Washington’s 8th Congressional District – someone willing to work with both parties to deliver real results that matter. And that’s exactly what I’ve done. I’m proud to have passed 18 bills into law, signed by both Democratic and Republican presidents.
As the first pediatrician in Congress, I’ve helped pass laws to lower the cost of prescription drugs, including capping the cost of insulin at $35 a month for seniors. As the first pro-choice woman doctor in Congress, I will always fight to protect a woman’s right to make her own healthcare decisions without interference from the government.
I’ve taken on big oil and grocery store chains to stop corporations from price gouging. And I’ve worked with both parties on behalf of our farming communities to encourage sustainable agriculture and fix supply chain disruptions. I am so proud to fight for our district, and want to keep delivering for you.
