Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - California 16th Congressional District in 2024 California Primary Election.
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Get StartedAhmed will always fight to defend a woman’s right to choose, expand access to reproductive healthcare, and implement comprehensive, accessible, and empathetic support systems for survivors of sexual violence while fostering a culture that believes and stands with survivors. Learn more
Ahmed is committed to supporting legislation that addresses climate change from an intersectional lens – such as Rep. Bush’s Green New Deal for Cities, which would support cities and localities with the resources to respond to the climate crisis while empowering them to act in the best interests of their community. Learn more
Ahmed believes that no person anywhere should have to suffer from the impacts of endless wars and violence. As such, Ahmed is the only candidate in the race for California’s 16th Congressional District who has consistently called for an immediate, permanent ceasefire in Gaza while speaking out against Islamophobia and anti-Semitism. Learn more
In Congress, Ahmed will take action to address our nation’s gun violence epidemic by championing common-sense policies that would ban assault weapons, implement universal background checks, and ensure that gun owners store their firearms safely and securely. Learn more
To make healthcare more affordable and accessible for every person, we must pass comprehensive legislation like Rep. Jayapal’s Medicare for All Bill and put an end to our nation’s continued practice of prioritizing the profit margins of major companies over the health and wellbeing of our communities. Learn more
Access to healthcare is a fundamental human right – no one should die or be unable to seek the care they need because they are experiencing financial hardship. Learn more
Ahmed’s vision is clear: expand access to affordable housing by reinstating critical tax incentives and revitalizing underused land, protect renters from evictions and skyrocketing costs, support our unhoused community members with the wraparound services they need to get back on their feet, and advance opportunities for first-time home buyers. Learn more
Our broken immigration system is reflective of the shortcomings and failures of our criminal justice system – no person who is escaping any kind of persecution should be met with criminalization, violence, and arrest. Ahmed will fight to build an immigration system that treats every person with dignity and respect through legislation to permanently protect Dreamers and TPS Holders, create an efficient pathway to citizenship for undocumented people living in the United States, build an asylum system that is more efficient and fair, and address the root causes of migration. Learn more
Ahmed will advocate for fair wages and comprehensive benefits for every worker, expand resources to support our small businesses and start-ups, and protect workers’ right to bargain collectively while empowering them with the tools and training they need to adapt to an evolving job market. Learn more
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