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Cesar Chavez, Arizona Activist
This is how democracy WORKS:
Know BEFORE you GO
U.S. SENATE – ARIZONA
INCUMBENT: Senator Kyrsten Sinema (I)
| Name | Party | Incumbent | Voted to Overturn 2020? | OBBB | National Abortion Ban | Jan 6 Commission | Voting Rights Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyrsten Sinema | Independent | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | No |
CONFIRMED DEMOCRATIC CHALLENGER
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruben Gallego | Democrat | https://gallegoforarizona.com | – Protect abortion rights – End the filibuster – Expand healthcare access – Protect democracy & voting rights – Economic fairness for working families |
CONFIRMED REPUBLICAN CHALLENGERS
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blake Masters | Republican | https://www.blakemasters.com | – Hardline immigration policy – Anti-abortion – Nationalist economic agenda – Pro-crypto, deregulation – MAGA-aligned |
| Trump-endorsed in 2022; likely 2026 endorsement | |||
| Kari Lake | Republican | https://www.karilake.com | – 2020 election denial – Border militarization – National abortion ban – Eliminate “deep state” – Full Trump loyalty |
RUMORED OR DECLINED
- Mark Lamb (Sheriff) – previously ran in 2024 GOP primary, not running in 2026
- Kyrsten Sinema – not officially filed for re-election as of June 4, 2025, but actively fundraising and has not ruled it out
Why Consider Voting for Ruben Gallego
Gallego, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and current Congressman (AZ-03), is running as a strong pro-democracy Democrat focused on protecting reproductive rights, expanding voting access, and working-class economic policy. He supports ending the filibuster to pass critical reforms, unlike Sinema, who blocked many Democratic priorities, and unlike MAGA Republicans who seek to restrict civil liberties. Gallego is an outspoken advocate for Latinos, veterans, and underrepresented communities.
U.S. HOUSE – ARIZONA
AZ-01
INCUMBENT: Rep. David Schweikert (R)
| Name | Party | Incumbent | Voted to Overturn 2020? | OBBB | National Abortion Ban | Jan 6 Commission | Voting Rights Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Schweikert | R | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
CONFIRMED DEMOCRATIC CHALLENGER
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conor O’Callaghan | Democrat | https://www.conorforcongress.com | – Lower healthcare costs – Fight corruption & dark money – Protect abortion rights – Invest in education – Climate resilience |
Why Consider Voting for Conor O’Callaghan
O’Callaghan presents a pragmatic, reform-focused alternative to Schweikert’s MAGA-aligned record. His platform emphasizes accountability, reproductive rights, and clean energy investment. In a swing district, he offers a moderate, pro-democracy choice.
AZ-02
INCUMBENT: Rep. Eli Crane (R)
| Name | Party | Incumbent | Voted to Overturn 2020? | OBBB | National Abortion Ban | Jan 6 Commission | Voting Rights Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eli Crane | R | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
CONFIRMED DEMOCRATIC CHALLENGER
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Nez | Democrat | https://www.nezforcongress.com | – Tribal sovereignty – Rural infrastructure – Environmental protection – Healthcare access – Anti-extremism |
Why Consider Voting for Jonathan Nez
Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez offers rural, Indigenous-led leadership rooted in infrastructure equity and environmental justice. He directly contrasts Eli Crane’s far-right alignment and election denial.
AZ-03
INCUMBENT: Rep. Ruben Gallego (D)
Running for U.S. Senate — this is an open seat in 2026
CONFIRMED DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yassamin Ansari | Democrat | https://www.yassaminansari.com | – Climate action – Affordable housing – Clean energy jobs – Protect democracy – Reproductive justice |
Why Consider Voting for Yassamin Ansari
A Phoenix City Councilmember with climate credentials, Ansari brings a next-generation progressive vision to Gallego’s vacated seat. She champions democracy, housing, and sustainable development in one of Arizona’s most diverse districts.
AZ-04
INCUMBENT: Rep. Greg Stanton (D)
| Name | Party | Incumbent | Voted to Overturn 2020? | OBBB | National Abortion Ban | Jan 6 Commission | Voting Rights Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Stanton | D | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
REPUBLICAN CHALLENGER
(None declared or rumored as of June 4, 2025)
Why Consider Voting for Greg Stanton
Stanton has consistently supported voting rights, reproductive freedom, and federal investment in infrastructure. His moderate but reliable Democratic record makes him a strong advocate for economic opportunity and democratic institutions in Arizona’s 4th.
AZ-05
INCUMBENT: Rep. Andy Biggs (R)
| Name | Party | Incumbent | Voted to Overturn 2020? | OBBB | National Abortion Ban | Jan 6 Commission | Voting Rights Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andy Biggs | R | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
CONFIRMED DEMOCRATIC CHALLENGER
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Parra | Democrat | https://www.parraforarizona.com | – Restore democracy – Climate action – Affordable healthcare – Reproductive rights – Education funding |
Why Consider Voting for Luis Parra
Biggs is a prominent election denier and member of the Freedom Caucus with extreme MAGA views. Luis Parra, a former Marine and immigration attorney, offers a values-driven contrast focused on rule of law, democracy protection, and middle-class relief.
AZ-06
INCUMBENT: Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R)
| Name | Party | Incumbent | Voted to Overturn 2020? | OBBB | National Abortion Ban | Jan 6 Commission | Voting Rights Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Ciscomani | R | Yes | No | No | Yes | No | No |
CONFIRMED DEMOCRATIC CHALLENGER
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirsten Engel | Democrat | https://www.engelforarizona.com | – Reproductive rights – Environmental protection – Public education – Voting access – Healthcare affordability |
Why Consider Voting for Kirsten Engel
Ciscomani walks a tightrope between MAGA loyalty and moderation, but consistently sides with GOP leadership on key votes. Engel, a former state senator and environmental attorney, offers an experienced, pro-democracy alternative focused on healthcare, climate, and constitutional rights.
AZ-07
INCUMBENT: Rep. Raúl Grijalva (D)
| Name | Party | Incumbent | Voted to Overturn 2020? | OBBB | National Abortion Ban | Jan 6 Commission | Voting Rights Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raúl Grijalva | D | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
REPUBLICAN CHALLENGER
(None declared or rumored as of June 4, 2025)
Why Consider Voting for Raúl Grijalva
A longtime progressive voice in Congress, Grijalva champions environmental justice, Indigenous sovereignty, labor rights, and equitable education. He remains one of the most consistent defenders of democracy and working-class interests in the House.
AZ-08
INCUMBENT: Rep. Debbie Lesko (R)
Not seeking re-election — open seat in 2026
| Name | Party | Incumbent | Voted to Overturn 2020? | OBBB | National Abortion Ban | Jan 6 Commission | Voting Rights Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A (open) | R | No | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
CONFIRMED REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blake Masters | Republican | https://www.blakemasters.com | – Trumpism/MAGA – Border security – Anti-abortion – Anti-“deep state” – America First |
| Trump-endorsed in 2022; no 2026 confirmation yet | |||
| Abe Hamadeh | Republican | https://abe4az.com | – 2020 election denier – Border crackdown – Pro-life – Nationalist economic policy – Full Trump loyalty |
| Trump-endorsed |
DEMOCRATIC CHALLENGER
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Whitten | Democrat | https://www.whittenforcongress.com | – Pro-choice – Voting rights – Campaign finance reform – Environmental justice – Public education |
Why Consider Voting for Greg Whitten
Whitten is a grassroots progressive in a deep-red district, advocating for reproductive rights, climate action, and democracy protection. With two MAGA-aligned, Trump-endorsed Republicans likely to divide the right, this open seat presents a rare opportunity for a bold Democratic upset.
AZ-09
INCUMBENT: Rep. Paul Gosar (R)
| Name | Party | Incumbent | Voted to Overturn 2020? | OBBB | National Abortion Ban | Jan 6 Commission | Voting Rights Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Gosar | R | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
CONFIRMED DEMOCRATIC CHALLENGER
| Name | Party | Website | Key Platform Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quacy Smith | Democrat | https://www.quacysmithforcongress.com | – Criminal justice reform – Civil rights – Voting access – Community-based policing – Economic justice |
Why Consider Voting for Quacy Smith
Paul Gosar is one of the most extreme MAGA figures in Congress, linked to white nationalist circles and January 6 rhetoric. Quacy Smith, a former federal prosecutor and civil rights attorney, offers a justice-oriented platform with deep experience in accountability and systemic reform.