Author: Staff
-
Randy Villegas – California CA-22
Randy Villegas – Randy Villegas is an educator, a small business owner, and the proud son of Mexican immigrants. He’s running to represent California’s Central Valley.
-
Donavan McKinney – Michigan MI-13
Donavan McKinney – Donavan McKinney is a State Representative who has already delivered for Detroit. He’s secured $10M+ for community violence prevention, millions for public schools and rec centers, and $600M to replace lead pipes poisoning Michigan families.
-
Nida Allam – North Carolina NC-04
Nida Allam is a bold, unapologetic progressive who has delivered real wins by raising wages, investing in public schools, and launching a guaranteed income pilot program as Chair of the Durham County Board of Commissioners.
-
-
Does the US Congress Deserve Their Pay?
Gridlock, shutdowns, missed deadlines, and low public approval (often under 20%). Some members work hard; others appear disengaged, grandstanding, or focused on fundraising/media. Access to power, post-Congress lobbying jobs, and legal insider trading (via stock ownership rules) make the pay feel secondary. Pay feels high compared to median U.S. household income (~$75k).