US midterms: From immigration reform to $15 minimum wage, all about Pramila Jayapal
Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal is seeking a sixth term in the US House of Representatives, representing Washington's 7th District. Her campaign focuses on progressive issues such as healthcare expansion, immigration reform, and economic equality.
Why it matters
As a prominent progressive voice in the Democratic Party, Jayapal's re-election bid is a key indicator of the political climate in the Pacific Northwest.
With the United States heading towards the November 3 midterm elections, Indian-American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal is seeking another term in the House of Representatives, where she has emerged as one of the Democratic Party’s most prominent progressive voices.Jayapal, who represents Washington’s 7th Congressional District, advanced to the general election after finishing among the top two candidates in the state’s August 4 primary. She will face Republican challenger Nirav Sheth, an Indian immigrant and former police officer, in a district that includes most of Seattle and surrounding communities.First elected in 2016, Jayapal is seeking a sixth term in Congress. The district is considered a Democratic stronghold, making her the favourite heading into the November polls.
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