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Jonathan Nez was born in Northern Arizona and grew up on dirt floors without electricity or running water. He’s dedicated his career to improving the lives of hardworking families like his, not playing politics. As President of the Navajo Nation, he worked with the Trump administration to expand water rights for rural Arizona and broke with his own party to create local jobs and lower energy costs.&nbsp;

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<h2 style="text-align: center;">The Warrior Up Agenda for Arizona</h2>Former President of the Navajo Nation Jonathan Nez grew up in rural Arizona on dirt floors without running water or electricity. His childhood taught him the importance of hard work, responsibility, and faith. Jonathan understands that Arizona families are paying the price for an economy and government that put billionaires ahead of working people. We Arizonans deserve representation that will go to battle for us – not just the wealthy and well-connected. <h4 style="text-align: center;">The Warrior Up Agenda puts Arizona families first </h4>To honor the Navajo culture, the Warrior Up Agenda is based around four pillars. Traditional Navajo teachings use the number four as a framework that organizes our philosophical and concrete worlds. The number four represents balance and harmony. <ul><li>Supporting Families by Lowering Costs in Healthcare and Housing</li><li>Water is Life and Food is Medicine</li><li>Building Sustainable Long-term Rural Infrastructure</li><li>Tackling Corruption and Holding Washington Accountable</li></ul>

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<h2 style="text-align: center;">JONATHAN IS A NEW VOICE FOR RURAL ARIZONA</h2><img src="https://run.imgix.net/3fd41a6f-1ad0-4231-b9fc-cc4c4b786524/e4378aef-3614-4315-973a-ca994d0e7278/e4378aef-3614-4315-973a-ca994d0e7278.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C230%2C5438%2C3739&amp;w=1500" alt="Jonathan and Phefelia" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="37" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">Jonathan Nez was born in Northern Arizona and grew up on dirt floors without electricity or running water. He’s dedicated his career to improving the lives of hardworking families like his, not playing politics. As President of the Navajo Nation, he worked with the Trump administration to expand water rights for rural Arizona and broke with his own party to create local jobs and lower energy costs.In Congress, Nez will bring that same problem-solving approach — working with both parties to lower costs and invest in Arizona’s water systems, roads, and bridges. Born in Tuba City, Arizona, and raised in Shonto, Arizona, Jonathan Nez is Áshįįhí (Salt People) born for Ta’neeszahnii (Tangle clan).

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 3/25/2026FLAGSTAFF, AZ — Mark Hatton, spokesperson for Jonathan Nez for Congress, issued the following response to Congressman Eli Crane refusing to do town halls in Arizona, instead hiding behind <a href="https://azdailysun.com/news/local/congressman-eli-crane-of-arizona-schedules-telephone-town-hall-for-wednesday/article_c6f1e72d-a90e-4cdd-902d-5b9b06a83a72.html">a tele-town hall from Washington, DC</a>.“Congressman Eli ‘High Costs’ Crane's record is so wrong for rural Arizona that he's resorted to hiding behind pre-screened questions from his office in Washington, DC. If Crane could defend his record, he would host in-person town halls.”&nbsp;QUESTIONS ELI CRANE MUST ANSWER:<ul><li>Why do you refuse to address the soaring gas prices <a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/03/20/triple-threat-drives-arizona-gas-prices-up-more-than-1-month/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">impacting hard working Arizonans</a>?</li><li>Why have you <a href="https://www.congress.gov/votes/house/119-2/81" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">repeatedly voted against </a>overwhelmingly partisan legislation to <a href="https://www.govtrack.us/congress/votes/119-2026/h57" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lower the costs of housing</a>?</li><li>Why did you vote to kick tens of thousands of rural Arizonans off their health care?</li><li>Do you live in a condo in DC or do you live in a gated community in Oro Valley?</li></ul>About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

<h4>Congressman Eli “High Costs” Crane Refuses To Hold Arizona Townhalls</h4>

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 1/7/2026 CONTACT:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:press@jonathannezforaz.com">press@jonathannezforaz.com</a><a href="https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-health/2025/12/31/governor-hobbs-feds-shorted-arizona-health-funding/87951834007/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Allows the Trump Administration to Shortchange Arizona Rural Hospitals</a>FLAGSTAFF, AZ —Jonathan Nez, candidate for Arizona’s Second Congressional District and the former President of the Navajo Nation, issued the following statement in response to Eli Crane failing to bring home critical funding for Arizona rural hospitals.&nbsp;Crane <a href="https://biggs.house.gov/sites/evo-subsites/biggs.house.gov/files/evo-media-document/biggs-letter-to-administrator-oz-re-az-application-for-rural-health-transformation-program.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">signed a letter</a> in November asking the administration to prioritize Arizona for Rural Health Transformation Program funding, but Arizona ultimately received the <a href="https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-health/2025/12/31/governor-hobbs-feds-shorted-arizona-health-funding/87951834007/#" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">6th lowest allocation of any state</a>.Statement from Jonathan Nez, Candidate for Congress, AZ-02:“Congressman Crane already voted to slash funding that could lead to the closure of <a href="https://www.markey.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/letter_on_rural_hospitals.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">three rural hospitals</a> in Arizona’s 2nd <a href="http://District.Now">District.Now</a> he’s allowing the Trump administration to hurt rural Arizonans even further in its allocation of new rural hospital support funds.&nbsp;Why can’t Rep. Crane deliver the bare minimum for rural Arizonans, even when his party and allies control the federal government? Or does he simply not care if rural Arizonans can see a doctor when they are sick?&nbsp;When it comes down to it, this is just plain weak. Gated communities, like the one Rep. Crane lives in, have enough voices to fight for them in Congress. It’s well past time rural Arizonans had one.”ABOUT JONATHAN NEZ: &nbsp;Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. Today, Jonathan lives in Flagstaff with his wife Phefelia and their two boys.

<h4>Congressman Eli Crane Again Fails to Deliver for Rural Arizonans</h4>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 2/24/2026Congressman Eli Crane Applauds the State of the Union High CostsHas No Plan to Make Life Easier for ArizonansFLAGSTAFF, AZ — Jonathan Nez, candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District and the former President of the Navajo Nation, issued the following statement after tonight’s State of the Union:Statement from Jonathan Nez, Candidate for Congress, AZ-02:“Arizonans are struggling to get by because of reckless policies that Congressman Eli "High Costs" Crane supports. He's voted to protect tariff policies that raise our prices, all while slashing our health care - and tonight he applauded the failed economic policies of this administration that are hurting our families time and time again.It is time our leaders, like our current Congressman, stop worrying about their party and billionaire bosses and start fighting for their actual constituents, who need action now.&nbsp;I am ready to work with members of both parties to reverse these tariffs, find solutions to expand healthcare and ensure we are building an economy that works for rural Arizona.”About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 3/30/2026“[Crane] is a millionaire who doesn’t even live within an hour of the district… It's no wonder he votes the way he does. He doesn’t understand us,” Nez said&nbsp;New reporting from the <a href="https://coppercourier.com/2026/03/25/nez-doubles-down-on-eli-cranes-votes-against-constituents-best-interests/">Copper Courier</a> highlights how Eli “High Costs” Crane is failing rural Arizonans, including by voting against two bipartisan bills to make housing more affordable.&nbsp;<img src="https://run.imgix.net/3fd41a6f-1ad0-4231-b9fc-cc4c4b786524/2bbec193-0c42-4751-b247-15f5b000040a/7f5b29da-7135-4789-b437-39fc9ad2a791.webp?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=291%2C83%2C3556%2C1081&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="center" alignwidth="50" variant="base">In February, Crane was one of just nine members of Congress to <a href="https://www.congress.gov/votes/house/119-2/57">vote </a>against sweeping, bipartisan legislation to lower housing costs. One month later, Crane <a href="https://www.congress.gov/votes/house/119-2/81">voted</a> against a Republican-led bill to cut through red tape and make it easier for people to own homes on tribal land.“​​I grew up in a rural community [with] no running water or electricity. Eli Crane, on the other hand, is a millionaire who doesn’t even live within an hour of the district… It's no wonder he votes the way he does. He doesn’t understand us,” Nez told the Copper Courier.IN CASE YOU MISSED IT…Copper Courier: <a href="https://coppercourier.com/2026/03/25/nez-doubles-down-on-eli-cranes-votes-against-constituents-best-interests/">Representation gap: Nez doubles down on Eli Crane’s votes against constituents’ best interests</a><ul><li>Congressman Eli Crane was elected in 2022 to represent the largest congressional district in Arizona, but many constituents <a href="https://azdailysun.com/news/local/wheres-eli-flagstaff-citizens-call-out-congressman-crane-for-lack-of-engagement-with-community/article_8902316f-b818-4b21-ac08-e09fc7bed21e.html">say</a> he doesn’t have their best interests at heart. Jonathan Nez said he wants to change that. </li><li>Nez, the former president of the Navajo Nation, is vying to be the first Native American from Arizona to be elected to the US House of Representatives. He says he will prioritize lowering costs for everyday necessities and put more money into the pockets of constituents.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>This year alone, US Rep. Eli Crane (R-Ariz.)... has voted against two bipartisan bills to make housing more affordable and accessible, including for tribal communities that make up a huge chunk of his constituency. </li><li>“​​I grew up in a rural community [with] no running water or electricity. Eli Crane, on the other hand, is a millionaire who doesn’t even live within an hour of the district… it’s no wonder he votes the way he does. He doesn’t understand us,” Nez said.</li></ul><ul><li>In March, Crane <a href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/723/all-actions?overview=closed&amp;q=%7B%22roll-call-vote%22%3A%22all%22%7D">voted</a> against the Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act, a bill that would simplify the approval process of property mortgages on tribal lands, even though the effort was led by two Republicans.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>In February, Crane was one of nine members of Congress to vote <a href="https://www.congress.gov/votes/house/119-2/57">against</a> the Housing in the 21st Century Act, a bipartisan bill that aimed to increase homeownership through modernizing local development and rural housing programs, among other housing affordability changes.</li></ul><ul><li>Crane has also caught heat for a noticeable lack of town halls with his constituents, including in northern Arizona, <a href="https://azdailysun.com/news/local/wheres-eli-flagstaff-citizens-call-out-congressman-crane-for-lack-of-engagement-with-community/article_8902316f-b818-4b21-ac08-e09fc7bed21e.html">where organizers have said</a> he’s never hosted a town hall.</li></ul><ul><li>Last year, Crane voted in support of President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” that cut Medicaid funding and overwhelmingly put <a href="https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2025-06-12-analysis-rural-hospitals-risk-due-cuts-obba">rural hospitals at risk</a> of closure.&nbsp;</li><li>He also voted against extending Affordable Care Act tax credits, which <a href="https://coppercourier.com/2026/01/09/arizonans-feeling-the-squeeze-aca-subsidies-disappear/">raised the cost of health insurance</a> premiums for thousands of Arizonans.&nbsp;</li></ul>About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

<h4>Jonathan Nez Blasts Eli Crane For Voting Against Bipartisan Bills to Lower Housing Costs</h4>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 5/28/2026 FLAGSTAFF, AZ — Jonathan Nez, candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District, will host a rural healthcare roundtable in Winslow, AZ to hear directly from patients, providers, experts, and community leaders on the challenges facing rural healthcare access.The event will bring together local patients, providers, experts and community leaders to discuss rural healthcare issues including affordability, access, and legislative and regulatory challenges and opportunities.DETAILS:What: Rural Healthcare RoundtableWho: Jonathan Nez; patients, providers, healthcare experts and community leadersWhen: Roundtable - 9:00am Arizona TimeWhere: Winslow, AZ; RSVP to <a href="mailto:press@jonathannezforaz.com">press@jonathannezforaz.com</a> for AddressPress: Open to credentialed media. Space may be limited. Please RSVPVISUALS:<ul><li>Candidate engaging in discussion with patients, providers, healthcare experts and community leaders</li></ul>About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 2/11/2026 Congressman Eli Crane Votes to Let Tariffs Raise Costs on Arizona FamiliesRepublicans’ disastrous tariffs cost the average American family $1,000 last year and an expected $1,300 this yearFLAGSTAFF, AZ—Jonathan Nez, candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District and the former President of the Navajo Nation, issued the following statement in response to Congressman Eli Crane voting to allow <a href="https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2026/02/10/congress/gop-revolt-sinks-effort-to-block-votes-on-trumps-tariffs-00775107">sweeping unilateral tariffs</a> to continue to raise costs on families:Statement from Jonathan Nez, Candidate for Congress, AZ-02:“As I travel across Arizona’s beautiful Second District, the issue I hear most from folks is that the cost of goods and services like housing, groceries, and utilities, are just too high.&nbsp;It is time our leaders in Congress do everything they can to help lower costs – and that includes rolling back these sweeping tariffs, which have hurt businesses and families alike. Americans asked for tax relief not higher costs through tariffs.When in Congress, I will not be afraid to stand up to my party and do right by rural Arizonans by lowering costs. Congressman Eli Crane’s lack of courage is hurting Arizona.”Today, the CBO released a new analysis finding that American consumers bear <a href="https://x.com/Brendan_Duke/status/2021601874554618095?s=20">95% of the costs of the sweeping tariffs</a>, while the non-partisan Tax Foundation <a href="https://abcnews.go.com/Business/trumps-tariffs-cost-american-households-1000-year-research/story?id=130003484&amp;cid=social_twitter_abcnp">recently released new research finding</a> that they raised costs on American families by $1,000 last year and are expected to raise costs by $1,300 this year. Yesterday, Congress voted to move forward with allowing up or down votes on these tariffs and reasserted its Constitutional power to regulate trade and begin to end the tariffs and bring much needed relief to Arizona and American families – Eli Crane voted no.&nbsp;ABOUT JONATHAN NEZ: &nbsp;Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. Today, Jonathan lives in Flagstaff with his wife Phefelia and their two boys.

<h4>Congressman Eli Crane Votes to Let Tariffs Raise Costs on Arizona Families</h4>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 1/8/2026 CONTACT:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:press@jonathannezforaz.com">press@jonathannezforaz.com</a>As a result, Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District will see some of the highest healthcare spikes of any district in the nationFLAGSTAFF, AZ —Jonathan Nez, candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District and the former President of the Navajo Nation, issued the following statement in response to <a href="https://x.com/jakesherman/status/2009388544784261255?s=46&amp;t=FYYCDSB-IMNA-xMnKBoUQw">Eli Crane’s vote to raise his own constituents’ healthcare costs</a> by over 400% by letting enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits expire.&nbsp;Statement from Jonathan Nez, Candidate for Congress, AZ-02:“Congressman Crane is completely out of touch with what rural Arizonans are facing. If Crane lived here and was actually listening to the people he’s supposed to represent, he would know just how devastating his agenda is to families already struggling to make ends meet.Rural Arizonans are good people who don’t ask much of their government, just that their representatives put their interests first — even if it means having the courage to go against your own party.&nbsp;Today, other Republicans showed that courage, but Rep. Eli “Higher Costs” Crane made clear that he cares more about pleasing the insurance companies, his donors, and his party than he does about delivering for rural Arizona.”&nbsp;Eli “Higher Costs” Crane’s cruelty is disappointing, but not surprising. During the recent government shutdown, Crane said he would <a href="https://www.notus.org/healthcare/aca-subsidies-republicans-extension-freedom-caucus">“do everything in my power to try and avoid supporting”</a> a measure to extend the ACA subsidies – despite some of his own constituents <a href="https://www.kff.org/quick-take/which-congressional-districts-could-see-the-greatest-aca-premium-payment-increases/">paying more than 400% more for their health care</a> without them- among the highest percentage increases in the country. Last year, Crane voted for the largest cuts to Medicaid (AHCCCS) in history. Crane’s agenda <a href="https://www.tucsonsentinel.com/local/report/070225_az_hospital_cuts/medicaid-cuts-trumps-big-beautiful-bill-could-cripple-some-arizonas-rural-hospitals/">could force at least five Arizona hospitals to close</a>, including three in our district – in Page, Winslow, and Globe – and kick <a href="https://azmirror.com/briefs/almost-400k-arizonans-will-pay-more-for-health-insurance-if-republicans-dont-extend-credits/?emci=5cbd6f33-4b99-f011-b484-6045bdeb7413&amp;emdi=371a51c1-4e99-f011-b484-6045bdeb7413&amp;ceid=636504">nearly 400,000 Arizonans off their health care</a>.&nbsp;ABOUT JONATHAN NEZ: &nbsp;Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. Today, Jonathan lives in Flagstaff with his wife Phefelia and their two boys.

<h4>Congressman Eli “Higher Costs” Crane Votes To Increase Arizonans’ Healthcare Costs</h4>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 3/4/2026FLAGSTAFF, AZ — Jonathan Nez, candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District and the former President of the Navajo Nation, issued the following response to Congressman Eli Crane’s recent comment ceding any responsibility for the conflict in Iran, saying he hopes it “<a href="https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/politics/arizona/2026/03/04/us-congressman-eli-crane-warns-of-iran-regime-change/88961626007/?gnt-cfr=1&amp;gca-cat=p&amp;gca-uir=true&amp;gca-epti=z119999p003450l004450c003450e1197xxv119999d--56--&amp;gca-ft=251&amp;gca-ds=sophi">works out.</a>”Statement from Jonathan Nez, Candidate for Congress, AZ-02:“The Iranian regime sponsored terrorism around the world and brutally treated its own citizens. I have no sympathy for their regime. But despite this administration's promise to not take America into more endless wars, we have stumbled into one with no plan – and Americans are already paying the price. Rather than demanding a plan for the path forward from the Administration - Congressman Eli Crane just says that he hopes it ‘works out.’We need Congress to assert its war powers authority and demand answers on why action was needed, how success will be achieved, what costs will be paid, and when will this end.&nbsp;But on this and on so many other issues – including our spiking health care costs and the tariffs harming our families and businesses – Rep. Crane does nothing but play politics and hope things ‘work out.’ It’s time for leaders who demand transparency and present real solutions.&nbsp;Brave American service members have already lost their lives in this conflict and now Americans and Arizonans are <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gas-prices-jump-over-10-cents-in-a-day-set-to-rise-very-quickly-as-oil-surges-amid-iran-war-174948319.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAADyxauoX1kqpizC-er1xUbzoBNKPbcoXFFjnJRQsf8Lfych78n7M4m19DZfUV32GjWRD0AteU1Kf3jq83ZzEw4waLp_FQlbgbniDCFP-S3Z6f6NHFan9yerdmY2pG4hI0gX7MWG_ZnMmPtomyfnfycleogHixUy9kaX7GmBpO1fu">seeing gas prices skyrocket. </a>I am praying for our troops and American citizens in harm’s way and I am praying for our leaders and Rep. Crane to put Arizona, our democracy, and the safety of our service members and citizens ahead of politics.”About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

<h4>Congressman Eli Crane’s Response to Arizonans Seeking Answers: “I Hope it Works Out”</h4>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 2/23/2026Jonathan Nez Named to “Red To Blue” ProgramArizona’s Second Congressional District Poised to Flip in 2026FLAGSTAFF, AZ — Jonathan Nez, candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District and the former President of the Navajo Nation, issued the following statement <a href="https://dccc.org/2026-red-to-blue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">after being named in the first wave of candidates on the DCCCs’ Red to Blue Program</a> solidifying Arizona’s 2nd District as a competitive and winnable race in 2026:Statement from Jonathan Nez, Candidate for Congress, AZ-02:“Today the DCCC named my campaign to their Red to Blue program – showing the power and strength of our grassroots campaign in Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District.&nbsp;As I travel through this beautiful district, one thing has become clear: the hard working people of rural Arizona can no longer afford the policies of Congressman Eli “High Costs” Crane.&nbsp;He has supported the disastrous tariffs hurting small businesses, passed legislation that raised healthcare costs and threatens rural hospitals, and supported billionaires on the backs of Arizonans.&nbsp;Voters in this district know that is wrong and it's past time for leaders to Warrior Up and start fighting and delivering for their constituents - not blindly supporting their party.&nbsp;This November, we are going to make history and elect a Native American sheepherder, raised on a ranch with no running water, to Congress and send Congressman Crane back to his gated community, a Congressional district over in Oro Valley.”About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

<h4>Jonathan Nez Named to “Red To Blue” Program</h4>

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Droughts, floods, wildfires, and rising temperatures worsen every year and put Arizona communities in danger.

<h2>Protect communities from natural disasters</h2>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 4/27/2026CONTACT: 928-679-5541 <a href="mailto:press@jonathannezforaz.com">press@jonathannezforaz.com</a>FLAGSTAFF, AZ — Jonathan Nez, candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District, will host a small business roundtable and tour local businesses in Flagstaff to hear directly from business owners about the challenges and opportunities facing Northern Arizona’s economy.The event will bring together a diverse group of small business owners to discuss key issues, including affordability, workforce challenges, access to capital, and strengthening local supply chains. Following the roundtable, Jonathan Nez will visit several small businesses in the Flagstaff area to highlight their contributions to the local economy.DETAILS:What: Small Business Roundtable &amp; Local Business TourWho: Jonathan Nez; Local small business ownersWhen: Roundtable - 9:00am Arizona TimeWhere: Fat Olives, 2308 E Rte. 66, FlagstaffPress: Open to credentialed media. Space may be limited. Please RSVPVISUALS:<ul><li>Candidate engaging in discussion with small business owners</li><li>Tour of local storefronts and operations</li><li>One-on-one conversations with workers and entrepreneurs</li></ul>MEDIA RSVP:Please RSVP to Mark Hatton

<h4>Jonathan Nez to Host Flagstaff Small Business Round Table and Tour</h4>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 4/13/2026FLAGSTAFF, AZ — Jonathan Nez, candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District and the former President of the Navajo Nation, released the following statement in response to the President’s attacks on Pope Leo XIV.Statement from Jonathan Nez, Candidate for Congress, AZ-02:“The statements from President Trump directed at Pope Leo XIV are deeply concerning and do nothing to bring people together or work toward a peaceful solution in the Middle East. In a time when our military servicemen are putting their lives on the line, our leaders must choose unity, respect, and prayer over division.We can disagree on foreign policy without undermining faith and dignity. The ongoing conflict in Iran demands thoughtful leadership, diplomacy, and a commitment to protecting all human life. I commend Pope Leo’s calls for peace and reconciliation. As Pope Leo has reminded all of us and the bible says, ‘Blessed are the peace makers, for they shall be the Children of God (Matthew 5:9).’Our leaders have a responsibility to lessen the public anger, respect one another, and work toward solutions that reflect our shared humanity." About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

<h4>Jonathan Nez Responds to President Trump’s Statements Regarding Pope Leo XIV</h4>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 6/23/2026FLAGSTAFF, AZ - Today the House of Representatives <a href="https://www.npr.org/2026/06/23/nx-s1-5867575/congress-passes-housing-affordability-bill" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">passed historic and overwhelmingly bipartisan housing legislation</a> that aims to increase supply and make housing more affordable, but Rep. Eli Crane was just one of a small handful of members to vote against the legislation. Jonathan Nez, former President of the Navajo Nation and candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District, issued the following statement in response:“I am glad that Congress worked in a bipartisan way to make housing more affordable, including barring private equity groups from buying large amounts of single family homes, but I am disappointed that once again Rep. Crane has voted against lowering costs for his constituents.Rep. Crane seems fine with housing only being accessible to the elites in this country, who are comfortable in their multiple homes and mega-mansions, while the skyrocketing costs of housing put it out of reach for so many.Arizona’s 2nd District needs a representative that fights for everyone, not just the rich and powerful.”Unfortunately, his refusal to help address the spiraling costs of housing is not a one- off, Rep. Crane has voted repeatedly to raise costs on his constituents:<ul><li>Crane voted repeatedly to rubber stamp the disastrous tariff policies that are raising costs on Arizona families and businesses across Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District – costing the average household $1,000 a year. &nbsp;</li><li>Crane voted for the largest Medicaid cuts in history – threatening the closure of<a href="https://www.markey.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/letter_on_rural_hospitals.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> three rural hospitals</a> in Winslow, Page and Globe, the most of any Arizona Congressional District. Almost <a href="https://www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/eee0d67f-c44a-4b97-bb59-01d2fcd2e26e/jec-district-level-impacts-of-health-care-cuts.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">27,000 Arizonans in this district</a> are expected to lose Medicaid.</li><li>Crane voted to skyrocket health care costs for Arizonans – repeatedly voting to let health care premiums increase and jeopardizing health care coverage for hundreds of thousands of Arizonans. Health care premiums in Arizona have <a href="https://azbigmedia.com/business/arizona-health-insurance-costs-spike-29for-2026/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">soared</a> since Crane took his votes.</li><li>Crane voted to slash food assistance – <a href="https://www.cbpp.org/research/food-assistance/expanded-work-requirements-in-house-republican-bill-would-take-away-food" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">cutting coverage for 25,000 Arizonans</a> all while food prices rise <a href="https://www.azcentral.com/story/grocery/shopping/2026/03/23/arizona-grocery-prices-ranking-2026/89194619007/?gnt-cfr=1&amp;gca-cat=p&amp;gca-uir=true&amp;gca-epti=z1174xxp004450l004450c004450e1174xxv005169d--55--b--55--&amp;gca-ft=138&amp;gca-ds=sophi" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">across the state</a>. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.fns.usda.gov/data-research/data-visualization/snap-community-characteristics-congressional-district-dashboard" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">14% of households</a> in Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District depend on SNAP to keep food on their tables in this district that already struggles with food deserts.</li><li>Crane supports the war in Iran that’s jacking up gas, diesel and fertilizer prices – making life harder for Arizonans paying at the pump and harming farmers. Gas prices in Arizona are <a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/articles/states-with-the-highest-gas-prices" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">among the highest in the nation</a> with a gallon of gas costing <a href="https://fuelinsights.gasbuddy.com/Home/US/AZ/Flagstaff" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">well over $4 </a>in the 2nd Congressional District.</li></ul>About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

<h4>Eli Crane Votes Against Making Housing More Affordable for Arizonans</h4>

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up healthy. <h3>In Congress, Jonathan will fight to:</h3><ul><li>Reinvest in physical education in public schools.&nbsp;</li><li>Protect access to public lands and parks that provide opportunities for community recreation and education.</li><li>Keep kids safe online.</li></ul>

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up healthy.

<h2>Ensure a Healthy Future for Our Children</h2>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 6/1/2026FLAGSTAFF, AZ - Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg today endorsed Jonathan Nez in Arizona’s Second Congressional District, citing Nez’s leadership on rural infrastructure, tribal communities, and building an economy that works for all Arizonans.“President Nez is a proven leader who brings people together to deliver real results,” said Buttigieg. “During my time leading the U.S. Department of Transportation, I worked with him to improve infrastructure for Arizona's tribal communities and rural areas. He knows how to advocate for better roads, water infrastructure, broadband, and economic opportunity in places too often overlooked by Washington. Arizona needs and deserves his leadership in Congress.”As President of the Navajo Nation, Nez worked closely with Sec. Buttigieg and the federal government to secure investments in roads, bridges, broadband, and transportation infrastructure throughout tribal and rural communities.“I’m very grateful to have Secretary Buttigieg’s support,” said Nez. “Sec. Pete believes, as I do, that Americans are tired of partisan games and deserve real results to lower costs and build a future where all Americans can succeed. We worked together to push for infrastructure investments that created jobs, improved public safety, and strengthened rural and tribal communities. In Congress, I’ll continue fighting to make sure rural Arizona families aren’t left behind.”The endorsement adds to growing momentum behind Nez’s campaign as he builds a grassroots coalition focused on affordability, infrastructure, water security, and restoring trust in government.About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

<h4>Former Transportation Sec. Pete Buttigieg Endorses Jonathan Nez</h4>

Every person should feel safe in their community.

<h2>Fight crime and protect Arizona</h2>

Our small towns are at the heart of rural Arizona, and we must work to support them. <h3>In Congress, Jonathan will fight to:</h3><ul><li>Empower families and young people to stay in our small towns by ensuring community project funding.</li><li>Bring government social services closer to constituents by investing in one-stop community centers.</li><li>Support afterschool programs and expand volunteer mentorship opportunities.</li></ul>

Our small towns are at the heart of rural Arizona, and we must work to support them.

<h2>Put Community First</h2>

Arizona’s economy and food supply rely on farmers and ranchers. Right now, higher costs and water shortages are threatening livelihoods.

<h2>Support Farmers and Ranchers</h2>

Politicians are trying to divide us, targeting rural hospitals and programs like Medicaid (AHCCCS) while sending billions to corporations and elites. We need more affordable healthcare options, especially in rural and Native communities. <h4>In Congress, Jonathan will fight to:</h4><ul><li>Lower healthcare costs by taking on Big Pharma’s price gouging, cracking down on surprise medical bills, and making sure healthcare providers offer clear, upfront pricing.</li><li>Expand rural healthcare access by creating more telehealth options, expanding mobile clinics, broadening training for medical personnel in rural and Native communities, and improving medical transportation options.</li><li>Reverse reckless cuts to Medicaid that threaten the closure of rural hospitals.</li><li>Fight to keep big corporations out of doctors’ offices to make healthcare about the people, not profit.</li></ul>

Politicians are trying to divide us, targeting rural hospitals and programs like Medicaid (AHCCCS) while sending billions to corporations and elites. We need more affordable healthcare options, especially in rural and Native communities.

<h2>Healthcare That Serves the People</h2>

Private equity firms and unchecked utility companies are driving up the cost of housing and utilities. Arizonans deserve affordable homes and utility bills that don’t break the bank. <h3>In Congress, Jonathan will fight to:</h3><ul><li>Prioritize local residents over private equity and corporations in single-family home purchases.</li><li>Increase incentives for first-time homebuyers, including veterans, public safety personnel, medical professionals, and educators.</li><li>Support local utilities and energy producers who can lower costs and strengthen our grid. Washington should put local businesses first, not foreign and out-of-state suppliers.</li></ul>

Private equity firms and unchecked utility companies are driving up the cost of housing and utilities. Arizonans deserve affordable homes and utility bills that don’t break the bank.

<h2>Lower Housing and Utility Costs</h2>

Our small towns have been left behind for too long. Arizona will continue to suffer unless it has leadership that invests in and fights for rural communities.

<h2>Connect Arizona</h2>

Billionaires and big corporations get richer and richer while families and small businesses struggle. Jonathan believes all Arizonans deserve a fair shot at success. <h3>In Congress, Jonathan will fight to:</h3><ul><li>Reverse crippling and erratic tariff policies that have raised the cost of groceries, household supplies, and goods.</li><li>Expand apprenticeship programs and workforce training in rural areas.</li><li>Streamline small businesses’ access to loans and capital, particularly in rural Arizona communities that get left behind.</li></ul>

Billionaires and big corporations get richer and richer while families and small businesses struggle. Jonathan believes all Arizonans deserve a fair shot at success.

<h2>Support Small Businesses and Workers</h2>

Water sustains life. Arizona’s long-term water security, and the future of our state, is threatened by ongoing drought. As President of the Navajo Nation, Jonathan worked with the Trump Administration to expand access to clean water in Northern Arizona, including communities outside tribal lands. We need strong leadership to protect Arizona’s share of Colorado River water while safeguarding groundwater needed to support farms and families. <h3>In Congress, Jonathan will fight to:</h3><ul><li>Secure water rights settlements that provide Arizona with its fair share of water.</li><li>Invest in critical water systems across rural Arizona by updating existing infrastructure, such as large water lines, wastewater lines, and water treatment facilities.</li><li>Support new technologies that help conserve water.</li><li>Protect our precious groundwater.</li></ul>

Water sustains life. Arizona’s long-term water security, and the future of our state, is threatened by ongoing drought. As President of the Navajo Nation, Jonathan worked with the Trump Administration to expand access to clean water in Northern Arizona, including communities outside tribal lands. We need strong leadership to protect Arizona’s share of Colorado River water while safeguarding groundwater needed to support farms and families.

<h2>Protect Water Security</h2>

FLAGSTAFF, AZ - Today, reports have surfaced that President Donald Trump’s administration is planning to overhaul Head Start, including gutting its quality standards. Head Start provides early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family support to <a href="https://headstart.gov/program-data/article/head-start-program-facts-fiscal-year-2024">over 700,000 children each year</a>. Since 1965, Head Start has <a href="https://headstart.gov/program-data/article/head-start-program-facts-fiscal-year-2024">supported nearly 40 million children</a> and families, making it a cornerstone of early education and childhood development in America. The reported plans to cut Head Start are reckless and reflect a broader pattern of this administration’s attempts to undermine educational opportunities. “Growing up on the Navajo Nation, Head Start gave me access to early education that my family otherwise could not afford. As a low-income family, this program provided opportunities that shaped my future. Later, as a leader of the Navajo Nation, I fought to protect Head Start funding and ensure children and families had access to these critical resources,” said Nez. “Gutting Head Start would harm thousands of children and make it even harder for low-income families to access quality education. Education should not be a partisan issue. Every child deserves the same opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed that I was fortunate to receive.” Head Start is especially important for rural communities and families with limited resources, providing children with access to quality early education and support. The <a href="https://www.azed.gov/ece/head-start">Arizona Department of Education estimates</a> that approximately 15,000 children across Arizona benefit from Head Start services. Throughout the entirety of this administration’s careless budget cuts, Eli Crane has not fought for AZ-02’s funding rights, instead allowing tax cuts for billionaires to be prioritized over education for toddlers. He has no regard for AZ-02’s youth or future generations. During his time as Vice President and President of the Navajo Nation, Nez advocated for strong Head Start funding, including <a href="https://navajotimes.com/edu/tribe-will-request-full-funding-head-start/">fighting proposed budget cuts in 2017</a> and calling for the Navajo Nation to receive its fair share of federal support. In Tribal communities especially, Head Start serves as a critical foundation for early childhood education, providing opportunities for children and families where access to quality developmental programs is often limited. If Head Start funding were shifted to state departments, as outlined in today’s reports, the program’s future would be severely jeopardized. States would be forced to balance Head Start funding against competing priorities across all other public services, creating an unrealistic burden that could leave thousands of families without access to critical early childhood education and support. Education should not be a partisan issue. Every child deserves access to quality education, health, and nutrition. Head Start is a great equalizer, giving low-income children the support they need to thrive. Threatening to gut Head Start shows this administration’s disregard for our children’s future, prioritizing tax cuts for billionaires instead of investments in America’s youngest learners. SEE ALSO:&nbsp; <ul><li>PBS News: <a href="https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-administration-weighs-proposal-to-gut-head-start-preschool-standards-leaving-states-to-set-the-rules">Trump administration weighs proposal to gut Head Start preschool standards, leaving states to set the rules</a> (8/3/26) </li><li>Navajo Times: <a href="https://navajotimes.com/edu/tribe-will-request-full-funding-head-start/">Tribe will request full funding for Head Start</a> (11/30/17) </li></ul>

The Trump administration’s plans to overhaul the crucial educational program are reckless.

<h4>Jonathan Nez Defends Head Start Amid Proposed Cuts</h4>

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 4/22/2026FLAGSTAFF, AZ — As House Republicans offer a <a href="https://docs.house.gov/billsthisweek/20260420/RURAL_RES_01_xml.pdf">meaningless resolution</a> to honor their "commitment" to rural America, former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez is shining a light on the negative impacts of the GOP agenda in rural Arizona.&nbsp;Everything costs more now than it did a year ago. Credit card debit is mounting. Families are struggling.&nbsp;THE COST OF REP. ELI ‘HIGH COSTS’ CRANE TO RURAL ARIZONA:&nbsp;Rep. Eli Crane and his fellow House Republicans may be voting this week to congratulate themselves for their impact on rural Americans – but from health care, to food prices, to gas, and more, Rep. Eli Crane has made rural Arizona pay the price.&nbsp;<ul><li>Crane voted repeatedly to rubber stamp the disastrous tariff policies that are raising costs on Arizona families and businesses across Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District – costing the average household <a href="https://abcnews.com/Business/trumps-tariffs-cost-american-households-1000-year-research/story?id=130003484&amp;cid=social_twitter_abcn">$1,000 a year</a>. &nbsp;</li><li>Crane voted for the largest Medicaid cuts in history – threatening the closure of <a href="https://www.markey.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/letter_on_rural_hospitals.pdf">three rural hospitals</a> in Winslow, Page and Globe, the <a href="https://www.markey.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/letter_on_rural_hospitals.pdf">most </a>of any Arizona Congressional District. Almost <a href="https://www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/eee0d67f-c44a-4b97-bb59-01d2fcd2e26e/jec-district-level-impacts-of-health-care-cuts.pdf">27,000 Arizonans in this district</a> are expected to lose Medicaid.&nbsp;</li><li>Crane voted to skyrocket health care costs for Arizonans – repeatedly voting to let health care premiums increase and <a href="https://www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/eee0d67f-c44a-4b97-bb59-01d2fcd2e26e/jec-district-level-impacts-of-health-care-cuts.pdf">jeopardizing health care coverage for hundreds of thousands of Arizonans</a>. Health care premiums in Arizona have <a href="https://azbigmedia.com/business/arizona-health-insurance-costs-spike-29for-2026/">soared</a> since Crane took his votes.&nbsp;</li><li>Crane voted to slash food assistance – <a href="https://www.cbpp.org/research/food-assistance/expanded-work-requirements-in-house-republican-bill-would-take-away-food">cutting coverage for 25,000 Arizonans</a> all while food prices rise <a href="https://www.azcentral.com/story/grocery/shopping/2026/03/23/arizona-grocery-prices-ranking-2026/89194619007/?gnt-cfr=1&amp;gca-cat=p&amp;gca-uir=true&amp;gca-epti=z1174xxp004450l004450c004450e1174xxv005169d--55--b--55--&amp;gca-ft=138&amp;gca-ds=sophi">across the state</a>.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.fns.usda.gov/data-research/data-visualization/snap-community-characteristics-congressional-district-dashboard">14% of households</a> in Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District depend on SNAP to keep food on their tables in this district that already struggles with <a href="https://www.ers.usda.gov/data-products/food-access-research-atlas/go-to-the-atlas">food deserts</a>.&nbsp;</li><li>Crane supports the war in Iran that’s jacking up gas, diesel and fertilizer prices – making life harder for Arizonans paying at the pump and harming farmers. Gas prices in Arizona are <a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/articles/states-with-the-highest-gas-prices">among the highest in the nation</a> with a gallon of gas costing <a href="https://fuelinsights.gasbuddy.com/Home/US/AZ/Flagstaff">well over $4</a> in the 2nd Congressional District.&nbsp;</li><li>Crane even votes to make housing less affordable – this year alone he voted to make housing <a href="https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/202657">less accessible</a> and was one of <a href="https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5730206-house-passes-bipartisan-housing-package/">just nine</a> members of Congress to vote against making housing more affordable.&nbsp;</li></ul>Rural Arizona is hurting – and we just can’t afford Rep. Eli ‘High Costs’ Crane any longer.&nbsp;About Jonathan Nez: Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Congress in AZ-02, grew up in rural Arizona, helping his family run a ranch without running water or electricity. Nez began his career in public service in his community of Shonto on the Navajo Nation, serving in a number of positions before being elected President of the Navajo Nation in 2018. He is running for Congress to lower costs for families, deliver water security to all Arizonans, and give rural Arizonans a voice in Congress. He lives in Flagstaff with his wife, Phefelia, and their two boys.

<h4>The True Costs of Rep. Eli ‘High Costs’ Crane and Republican Policies on Rural Arizonans</h4>

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Those who have served our country shouldn’t struggle when they come home. We must honor our sacred commitment to our veterans and support the families who stood by their side.

<h2>Honor and support veterans</h2>

Arizonans need more support so they can take care of their loved ones.\ <h3>In Congress, Jonathan will fight to:</h3><ul><li>Help families afford childcare and eldercare through grants, tax credits, and partnerships.</li><li>Expand home-based services for elders and funding for caregivers.</li><li>Recruit and retain teachers in rural areas.</li><li>Put parents back in charge, ensuring they can make decisions that are right for children and families.</li></ul>

Arizonans need more support so they can take care of their loved ones.

<h2>Support Early Childhood Education, Childcare, and Eldercare</h2>

Former President of the Navajo Nation Jonathan Nez is running to flip Arizona's competitive 2nd Congressional District. 

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