[Phoenix, AZ] \u2014 Today, on Women\u2019s Equality Day \u2014 the historic anniversary of when women earned the right to vote through the ratification of the 19th Amendment \u2014 Bernadette Greene Placentia officially announced her candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives in Arizona\u2019s 8th Congressional District.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bernadette\u2019s campaign launch on this day underscores the enduring importance of women\u2019s voices in shaping the future of our democracy. \u201cThe fight for equality is far from over,\u201d Bernadette said. \u201cA century ago, women secured the right to vote, but today we still face systemic challenges that hold too many families back. I am running for Congress to ensure that every voice is heard, every vote matters, and every community has a representative who will fight tirelessly for fairness, justice, and opportunity.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A lifelong advocate for working families, Bernadette Greene Placentia has dedicated her career to advancing equity, expanding educational opportunities, and ensuring access to affordable healthcare. Her campaign will focus on defending reproductive rights, lowering the cost of prescription drugs, strengthening Social Security and Medicare, and creating good-paying jobs that allow Arizona families to thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWomen\u2019s Equality Day is not only a reminder of how far we\u2019ve come, but also a call to action for how far we still must go,\u201d Bernadette added. \u201cThis campaign is about building a future where every woman, every family, and every community in Arizona has the tools and opportunities they need to succeed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bernadette Greene Placentia enters the race for Arizona\u2019s 8th District at a pivotal moment for the state and the nation, pledging to bring integrity, accountability, and real leadership to Washington, D.C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n