Why Melissa Chaudhry?

Over 90,000 people voted for Melissa for Congress in a record-breaking grassroots campaign of a few short months, showing widespread desire for her representation and trust in her leadership and vision. She'll be able to hold this seat.

Melissa excels at inspiring new voters, registering marginalized and disenfranchised communities, and educating future grassroots leaders, like PCOs, to strengthen our democracy. 

Melissa has successfully campaigned at the federal level, raising over $250k, distributing over 100,000 flyers, beating out both Republican candidates, and demonstrating her ability to hold onto this seat in future contested elections.

Melissa will use her expertise in sustainable design and development to champion policies that create resilient, people-centered communities. She is committed to protecting our environment, investing in green infrastructure, and ensuring that every family has access to clean air, water, and a safe home. 

She has earned unprecedented support and trust in the Somali, Sikh, and Middle Eastern immigrant communities in the heart of District 5, among others. Melissa’s revolutionary approach to representation breaks barriers, ensuring that every community, especially those historically marginalized, has a seat at the table.

Melissa was the first Muslim candidate in Washington's history to advance to the general election in a federal race — 

a groundbreaking achievement that reflects her dedication to uplifting underrepresented voices. Her leadership exemplifies shared humanity, justice, principled action, and visionary thinking.

As a mother in a BIPOC family that's dealt with grueling systemic discrimination for decades, Melissa intimately understands these challenges and brings a deeply personal commitment to fighting for justice in Trump’s America and beyond. 

Melissa is a tireless advocate for working families and communities of color, with a focus on improving resilience—whether working for affordable housing and healthcare, bolstering our economy, or protecting communities from authoritarian threats.