Qualifications: What training, experience and characteristics qualify you for this position?
Issues: What are the two (2) most pressing issues that you will face in the office that you seek? Describe your “specific” plans/ideas for addressing these issues.
Ernest Clayton, Jr.
I bring over twenty years of experience in public health, education, and public policy, with training as an epidemiologist and health educator. My work has focused on helping communities understand how laws and public policy affect their health, access to services, and overall well-being. I have managed federally funded programs, ensured regulatory compliance, and partnered with community and Faith-based organizations to address mental health, healthcare access, and basic needs. I am analytical, collaborative, and community-centered, with a strong commitment to evidence-based decision-making and public accountability.
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The two most pressing issues I will face in Congress are affordability and protecting Medicare and Medicaid. Families are struggling with rising healthcare, housing, and everyday costs. I will oppose cuts to Medicare and Medicaid, work to lower prescription drug prices, and expand access to affordable care. I will also support policies that reduce out-of-pocket healthcare costs, strengthen economic protections for working families, and ensure federal programs remain strong, accessible, and responsive to the needs of seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income families.
