The Arizona Republic

I am still the right choice for Congressio­nal District 8

- Your Turn Debbie Lesko Guest columnist Republican Debbie Lesko represents Congressio­nal District 8, a seat she won in a special election in March. Reach her at debbie@debbielesk­o.com.

This election, you have a clear choice for Congress.

I’m Debbie Lesko and I’m honored and blessed to serve as your current U.S. congresswo­man. Since last December, when I first decided to run for Congress to replace Trent Franks after he resigned, I have hit the ground running.

I’ve won three elections, got sworn into office, set up two offices, have helped numerous veterans and other constituen­ts, introduced legislatio­n to secure the border, improve education and protect Social Security and Medicare, have participat­ed in five town halls and have toured schools, businesses and organizati­ons throughout our district ... all in the last eight months.

I am a good fit for our district, and I have a proven track record in both Congress and in my nine years in the state Legislatur­e of getting things done and helping my constituen­ts. Because of my hard work and dedication to our community, I have been endorsed by mayors, city-council members, Sun Cities HOA leaders, county supervisor­s, and small and large business organizati­ons.

The difference­s between my opponent and me are clear.

I support building and funding a border wall. My Democratic opponent, Hiral Tipirneni, does not. I voted to fund the wall and secure the border and have a long record of voting to fight illegal immigratio­n. My opponent has not.

I support the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act legislatio­n passed by Congress that has created a booming economy, saved the average CD 8 taxpayer $1,200 to 2,600, and increased wages. My Democrat opponent, Hiral Tipirneni, is on record opposing the tax-cut legislatio­n and has gone further, saying she would favor raising the Social Security tax.

I support health care that protects patient choice and freedoms. My opponent, Hiral Tipirneni, supports a plan that I believe will lead to “Medicare for All,” a government-run plan that will cost trillions, bankrupt health care, eliminate Medicare Advantage plans and take away choice.

For more informatio­n, please visit DebbieLesk­oForCongre­ss.com.

I humbly ask for your vote and may God continue to bless you and this great country.

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