As a candidate for Congress, I often get asked why I am running. And I tell people, I have #10000reasons - The stories I’ve heard from the 10000 patients I have cared for over my two decades in practice as a family physician. #TX31 1/7
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Stories from the mothers I care for who have lost their sons to gun violence. When I sit with them and comfort them, I know I can’t bring their sons back. But I can go to Congress and fight for
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Veterans that I care for who suffer the mental and physical wounds of their service. I know I can’t stop their nightmares or replace their lost limbs, but I can go to Congress and fight for legislation to give them the resources they need to recover.
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Working families whose minimum wage jobs do not pay enough for them to afford their rent. I can’t pay their rent, but I can go to Congress and
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Immigrants who come to me fearful for themselves and their families under the current administration. I can’t solve the prejudices that they face, but I can go to Congress to fight for comprehensive immigration reform.
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Children with cancer who face loss of coverage due to their pre-existing medical conditions. I know that I might not be able to cure them, but I can go to Congress and fight for
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I have heard thousands of these stories. And I carry them with me. I have dedicated my career to advocating for the patients I serve. I am eager to get to Congress and advocate for all of the constituents in my district.
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You can help me get to Congress to fight for them. Visit my website to volunteer and donate. http://Christine4Congress.com
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