Angélica María Dueñas

Where Dueñas stands

Topic headings are Vote Book’s; quoted words are each candidate’s own, with the source under each one. “As reported” items are a news outlet’s description, not an exact quote.

Foreign policy

Foreign policy

Human rights are not conditional. U.S. tax dollars must not fund Israel’s genocide in Gaza, forced displacement, collective punishment, apartheid, or illegal occupation. I will never vote to send U.S. weapons or military aid to Israel. Real peace begins with justice, accountability, international law, and basic human dignity. I have never taken money from AIPAC, and I never will.

Elections, ethics & government

Elections, ethics & government

Could it be possible that an entire society could come together, proclaim that they will fight for each other even if they are strangers, that our government can do far better for its people, and its people can do far better for each other? Is it possible that our congress can be run by working-class, diverse races and backgrounds, progressive women and men? Not only do I think it possible, but in view of our country’s downward spiral toward ruination, I think it’s crucial.

Families & communities

Families & communities

Like so many other working-class women, I’m so proud to be the first person in my family to achieve higher education. Of course, that pride and joy was surpassed by my parents and extended family’s elation, and that will always be one of those times I hold most dear to my heart. It’s a blessing to have such a sense of love, pride, and interconnectedness, not just with my family, but with my greater community; despite the struggles we continue to overcome.

Other priorities

Priorities

Being the mother of five children, the stakes couldn’t be clearer. It’s with that sense of conviction and duty that I’m running for Congress.

Priorities

As I mentioned in the beginning, my political journey is rooted in my local community, serving on my neighborhood council to fill the potholes, fix the streetlights, and provide mutual aid. My higher political ambition grew out of inspiration by the progressive movement. I look forward to unseating a woman who, in short, is a perfect example of all that’s wrong with our Congress today.