Endorsements

I’ve watched Melissa Chaudhry for years as she's gained experience, gained perspective, and formed her political platform. I know that her intelligence, empathy, courage, and strength of character have each been shaped by the lives she’s touched - and that have touched her - in half a dozen countries. As a student, employee, entrepreneur, wife, mother, advocate, advisor, and now leader, Melissa has listened carefully to the voices around her. In her decisions, she's weighed risks and benefits with insight and nuanced judgment, gained deep skills in understanding other opinions, gained supporters across the political, social, and economic spectrum, risen to every challenge she’s faced, and overcome hurdles with grace, competence, and persistence. Her unusual intelligence is evident after a brief interaction, her curiosity is unbounded, and her integrity is evident and principled. She has lived through the issues her vulnerable constituents face every day, so her compassion is born from personal experience. Unlike the incumbent, Melissa has worked overseas, has lived in poverty, and has gained skills she wanted that she knew could not be met just with education. She has a profound admiration for military service and is married to a disabled veteran, but she never confuses personal courage and national service with policies and decisions that place service members - or civilians - at unnecessary risk. Melissa describes herself as neither an optimist nor a pessimist but, instead, living a life of “applied hope.” She has made herself into an informed, compassionate, articulate, courageous, determined, and effective political candidate. She deserves your vote, and she'll be an excellent choice. — Eric Rasmussen, MD, MDM, FACP
CEO, IHS

Tired of war? Tired of your tax dollars leaving our country rather than being spent on our American seniors, our American children, our American lands? Vote for change and vote for Melissa: the only candidate on the your ballot for Congress, District 9 that is pro - American. Are you proud of your forefathers and mothers who pioneered and were self made people? That’s Melissa and how her campaign is forged. I have had the privilege of working at the highest level of civil service in our federal government and as a family doctor caring for Americans across our beautiful country. There are leaders who succumb to pressure and fear and there are leaders who stand for our American principles of liberty and justice for all. Melissa is the only candidate on your ticket for House in District 9 that deserves your vote.

Naureen Shaikh MD FAAFP FNAPCRG MBA

— Naureen Shaikh MD FAAFP FNAPCRG swMBA
Endorsement

In the words of Buddhist monk who played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement, Thích Nhât Hanh, “You can evaluate the quality of your authority by looking deeply to see if compassion is the foundation of your leadership.” This is precisely what I see in Melissa. She has a strong moral compass and is consistent in her values. She will lead with compassion. — Hân Trần
Washington Human Rights Commissioner and Northshore School Board Director

I support Melissa against the criminal Adam Smith. He played a role in the deaths of thousands of Palestinians. I detest him and others who are similar for that reason. No matter what Adam has done for District 9—past, present, or future—he must leave, as it can never mask his disturbing obsession with the blood of Palestinians. He can go and work for his actual master, AIPAC. We do not want him. He is completely unprincipled, sell out. The more we reached out to his office, urging him to divest from Israel and advocate for a ceasefire, the more supportive Adam became of the genocide. He belongs in the AIPAC office, not in our government office. He is merely one of many criminals who committed the same act. With that in mind, our goal is for Melissa and others in similar situations to restore trust and peace. We require her leadership, composure, and kindness, both locally and globally, for the benefit of our district, our children, as well as Palestinians, Lebanese, and the entire Middle East, who have been suffering due to the imperialist and capitalistic influences of the West. We require someone attentive to our concerns when we speak. Best of luck, Ms.Chaudhry. — Flora M.

Melissa,

I was quite pleased to see you beat all the Republicans in the 9th district.  I didn't know two Democrats could be up for the final. Get the word out. 

Adam Smith is part of the problem. He's a military HAWK. He's stayed way too long. 

I like your priorities. You can bring good progressive principles to the race. 

Thank you. 

Ed Corker

— Ed Corker

For too long this diverse and progressive district has been represented by an out of touch incumbent. From tabling resolutions to hold Saudi Arabia accountable to calling for the arrests of students who protest for justice in Palestine, Smith has used his power to uphold empire while ignoring South King County residents facing poverty, displacement and environmental racism. It’s time for a change. Vote Melissa Chaudhry. — Nathan Wall
Student

Global Solidarity Network Seattle fully endorses Melissa Chaudhry! — Heather Yingling
Executive director

Melissa - I have personally known your warmth and selfless care that you have always extended towards me and my family. Standing in support with you always! — Wardah Saleem Kashmiri
Public Health Leader

About time we get a "real" progressive candidate from CD9. Adam Smith is financed by AIPAC and represents their interests. He is way past his Best By Date and we need a fresh face to represent CD9. — Hammad Hashmi

Melissa Chaudhry is the bold, grassroots leader we need in Congress—fighting for peace, justice, and a future where every voice is heard. She stands up to war profiteers, rejects corporate influence, and brings a fresh, empathetic vision that puts people first. Vote for Melissa Chaudhry, and let’s build the change we deserve! — Bronwen D
Lady.B

Melissa is the type of fresh, energetic and Progressive young voice that is needed to help move our country to a path of justice for everyone. For too long "justice" in our country has been available to the highest bidder. As the richest nation in history, Melissa believes that there is no excuse for homelessness, for a "healthcare" system that is designed to meet the needs of corporations and the wealthy while half the bankruptcies in this country are because most people cannot afford needed care. Instead of meeting the needs of the American people over half of the national budget each year is spent on weapons that support the corporate domination of the world. Melissa will provide a refreshing change to the halls of Congress as she promotes the actual needs of the American people. — Larry Kerschner
Citizen

Melissa is what's right with America. — Dan S

Melissa, your courage, intelligence, and empathy are greatly appreciated. We're here for you! — Suzanne Z
Architect

I'm thrilled to be working with you. You must be sent from heaven! — Lyka B

I'm so glad Melissa is running. We need principled and committed leaders in office. Her passion and experience will serve us well! — Jill R

The 9th Congressional District deserves new, progressive leadership in Congress. Our current representative is captured by the military-industrial complex. Melissa would be a voice for peace and progressive values in Congress. — Brenton Clark

I vote for Melissa. — Mohamed Mahfouz