Congressman Jim Costa Launches Re-election Campaign
Today, Congressman Jim Costa (D-Fresno) announced he is running for re-election to the United States Congress and issued the following statement:
“I’ve spent my career working to ensure everyone has the chance to be a part of a strong middle-class and has what they need to raise their families in safe, healthy communities. Navigating the global pandemic and expanding access to quality healthcare, especially in our rural and underserved communities, delivering cleaner air and protecting critically needed access to water for our families and farmers requires steady, battle-tested leadership.
“That’s why I am proud to announce that I will be running for re-election to Congress, to continue being that leader. In Congress, I will continue my commitment to ensuring our families, children and small business owners can thrive in a post-quarantine world and come back even stronger. I am looking forward to the road ahead and continuing to serve our Valley and all Californians. I look forward to campaigning vigorously and earning the vote of those who call our Valley home.”
Jim Costa was first elected to Congress in 2004 and was most recently re-elected in 2020, soundly defeating a Democratic challenger in the primary and a Republican opponent in the general election. He is a farmer and has been one of the Valley’s leading advocates for good paying jobs, reliable access to water, cleaner air, and quality health care.
Congressman Costa is running for California’s 21st Congressional District, which includes the cities of Fresno, Dinuba, Exeter, Parlier, Reedley, Sanger, Selma and other communities in Fresno and Tulare Counties. Congressman Costa has previously represented many of these communities over the course of his career in public service.
The 2022 primary will be held on June 7, 2022.
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The recall is powered by a partisan, Republican coalition of national Republicans, anti-vaxxers, QAnon conspiracy theorists, anti-immigrant activists and Trump supporters. They want to overturn Governor Newsom’s election, and their victory could threaten California’s efforts to fight COVID-19.
From the Los Angeles Times:
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POLITICO reported how one of the co-founders and chief organizers of the recall suggested it would be a good idea to “microchip” immigrants, and anti-immigrant rhetoric has been central to recall organizers’ appeals to supporters.
National Republicans like Newt Gingrich, Mike Huckabee and Devin Nunes have all backed the recall effort. The Republican National Committee has even cut the recall a $250,000 check.
Instead of fighting COVID-19, Republicans are pulling a page from the Trump playbook and attacking Californians. In fact, a Republican recall will cost the state $100 million – money that could be used to help vaccinate our communities.
The Fresno County Democratic Central Committee has not endorsed any candidate in this race.
I grew up right here in the Central Valley, and I know how much building a strong community means for each of us. Over the past year, while the world has felt more disconnected than ever, we have remained a resilient community connected by our shared goal of inspiring a new narrative for the home we love.
We are building a grassroots, community based movement to flip California’s 21st Congressional District back to blue and that starts with YOU.
Though we can’t yet meet in person, this event gives us an opportunity to (virtually) shake hands and share a space where you can get to know me not only as a candidate, but as a member of this community. So, hit that registration button below and invite your friends because I can’t wait to meet you!
The Fresno County Democratic Central Committee has not endorsed any candidate in this race.
Hear from Bryan Osorio and other Central Valley Activists
The Central Valley needs progressive leadership up and down the ballot. We need representatives that will choose courage over comfort. I’m running for Congress to build on the progressive movement we’re growing right here in the heart of California.
That’s why I’m so excited to join Central Valley leaders, Salvador Solorio-Ruiz and Jewel Hurtado, at a special zoom event in support of my campaign for Congress tomorrow at 6pm!
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