Elise Stefanik

As the proud home of Fort Drum and the Navy Nuclear Site at Kesselring, our district is home to countless military spouses who make enormous sacrifices on behalf of our nation. ”

I think the more women we have in leadership positions, the more women will see examples, can see themselves in those roles. ”

I had this perception based on my own frustrations with Washington, but I didn't realize until I launched this campaign how much people are looking for a new generation of leadership and a new approach in Washington. ”

The Capitol Police have a very tough job. ”

Our most important job in Congress is to provide for our national defense, and therefore, every year, Congress allocates funds and determines defense priorities in a bill known as the National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. ”

You have to embrace your authenticity and your unique perspective as a woman. ”

To be at the apex of the executive branch and understand that there are lot of moving pieces and the importance of working with Congress to get things done - I think that gave me a unique perspective as a young person. ”

We need to encourage young women to run for office and become civic leaders in their own communities. ”

Overwhelming, student loan payments are holding millions back from buying homes, starting families, and saving for retirement. ”

Military families are resilient through countless relocations, leaving friends, networks and transitioning to new schools and new jobs while fitting in to new communities. ”