Alexis L Claiborne

[{"question": "Ballotpedia survey responses", "answer_html": "<p>See also: <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a></p>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Alexis Claiborne completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Claiborne's responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading-bio-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho are you? Tell us about yourself.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-bio-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy name is Alexis Claiborne and I decided to run for US House of Representatives in order to restore representations of the people. Our government should be of the people, by the people and for the people. I believe that we need leaders who are involved in the community, who support their constituents and who lead with compassion. That is me. I have spent my entire career working in the non-profit sector working to improve the communities in CA district 23. After the 2024 election cycle, I felt that I needed to do more. I have now started a coalition of other non-politicians that are running for office to uplift the voices of the voters and reduce the corruption in our government. I believe that as a society it is our duty to leave this country better for the next generation and that is exactly what I plan to do when I get to DC. We the people, for the people.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading-key-message-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>People over profit: I am advocating for a government that serves all citizens, not just the wealthy and well-connected. I will accomplish this by promoting policies like a living wage, affordable healthcare, and a fair tax system. I will also be advocating for the overturning of Citizens United in order to ensure elections cannot be bought by the highest bidder. We need to be representing the people.</li><li>Universal Healthcare Access: I support a universal, single-payer healthcare system to ensure every American has access to comprehensive, affordable, and equitable healthcare. This includes mental health services, reproductive care, and prescription medication. Everyone should have access to healthcare regardless of income, employment status, or zip code. I am advocating for a system that puts patients before politics and eliminated the influence of corporate healthcare lobbyists.</li><li>Addressing the Climate Crisis: I recognize the climate crisis as both an environmental and economic emergency. I want to emphasize strong environmental protections and a just transition to renewable energy to combat climate change, hold polluting industries accountable, and invest in green infrastructure. This vision doesn't just aim to reduce carbon emissions - it is about building a resilient, green economy where clean air, water and energy are basic rights.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading1-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am deeply passionate about public policy that centers community empowerment, vulnerable populations, and compassionate leadership. I have spent my entire career in the nonprofit sector working to uplift our communities and empower our neighbors in need. I am now running for Congress to bring that same people-first, justice-driven leadership to Washington. Real change starts by listening to the people.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading2-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy mom. She is a nurse and has been instrumental in my path developing. She has shown me what it is like to lead with empathy and to care for vulnerable communities no matter what. She also instilled the drive for knowledge and education in me and is the biggest reason that I am currently on my way to Dr. Claiborne.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading3-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading3-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tPoverty, by America by Matthew Desmond\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading4-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading4-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tEmpathy - leadership should come from a place of compassion and deep understanding of people's lived experiences. Accountability - elected officials must be transparent, responsible, and answer to the people they represent. Community driven - policy should reflect the needs and voices of the community. Integrity - doing the right thing, even when it is not politically convenient, is non-negotiable. Courage - we need leaders that are unafraid to speak truth to power and push for meaningful change.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading5-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading5-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tEmpathy and accountability. Both of these qualities have allowed me to reach across party lines in my work and personal life.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading6-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading6-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tServe the people, not special interests - elected officials should represent all constituents, not just the wealthy, corporate donors, or party elites. Listen and be accessible - it is a representatives job to actively listen to the people, remain available and transparent, and regularly engage with the community (not just show up during election season). Pass policies that improve lives - I believe elected officials must focus on legislation that makes a real difference. Fight for justice and equity - public servants should challenge systems of inequality, advocate for marginalized voices, and work to build a more fair, inclusive democracy. Lead with integrity and courage - I stand for doing what is right even when it is hard, and making decisions that reflect values rather, not political convenience.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading7-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legacy would you like to leave?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI want to leave a legacy of services the proves being in politics does not have to be about power and money. It can be about empathy and representing the voices of the people. I want to be remembered as someone who showed up with heart, led with courage and REFUSED to sell out. If I can help shift the culture of Congress toward real transparency, put working-class voices at the center of policy, and inspire others to run who never thought they could - THAT is the kind of legacy that lasts.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading8-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading8-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe U.S. House of Representatives is the most direct link between the people and the federal government. With two-year terms and smaller districts, House members are meant to be highly responsive and accountable to their constituents and communities. The House holds the power of the purse and shapes how public money is raised and spent and has the ability to move legislation quickly in times of urgency. With 435 members, it also offers space for diverse voices and emerging leaders to represent the real, everyday experiences of Americans.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading9-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI believe that while experience can be helpful, it shouldn't be a prerequisite for serving the people. What we need more that political resumes are leaders with lived experience - people who have worked hard, struggled, served their communities, and understand what everyday Americans are going through. Career politicians too often lose touch with the people they represent. I believe Congress needs more working-class voices who bring compassion, courage and lived perspective to the table.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading10-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading10-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tOver the next decade, the U.S. faces urgent challenges that demand bold, people-first leadership. Economic inequality is widening as corporate greed leaves working families behind. Millions still lack access to affordable healthcare, while the climate crisis threatens communities and ecosystems. Political corruption and dark money have eroded public trust, and fundamental rights, from reproductive freedom to coting access, are under attack. We need leaders who will fight for justice, equity, and a future that works for everyone, not just the powerful few.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading11-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading11-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes. The 2 year term keeps members of the House of Representatives accountable to their constituents. With fast election cycles, the expectation is that they spend time in the communities they represent and introduce legislation that helps grow and support them.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading12-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your thoughts on term limits?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading12-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tNo one should be sitting in DC without making meaningful change. I support term limits for every elected position AND for the Supreme Court.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading13-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tAOC. She ran a grassroots campaign and defied all odds to get into office. She is bold, brave and accessible to her constituents and the communities she represents.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading14-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading14-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI believe that if we are all advocating for the needs of the people, little compromise is needed. However, I also recognize that getting a majority to agree on legislation has historically been extremely difficult. Elected officials must compromise without sacrificing the needs of the people they are representing.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading15-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tThe Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading15-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tAs a representative, I will use the power of the purse to invest in what actually matters to working families: living wages, universal healthcare, veteran support, mental health resources, and climate solutions. I will fight to redirect funding away from corporate subsidies and bloated bureaucracy and toward programs that uplift communities, protect our environment and restore dignity to everyday Americans. Budget decisions are moral decisions, and I will make sure our money reflects our values.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading16-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tHow should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading16-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe U.S. House should use its investigative powers to hold the powerful accountable, not to score partisan points. This means investigating corporate greed, government corruption, wasteful spending, and violations of public trust. It is about protecting the rights and resources of everyday Americans, making sure no one is above the law. Investigations should be transparent, fact-driven, and focused on real outcomes that restore trust in our democracy.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading17-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat committees interest you?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading17-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tCommittee on Education and the Workforce, Committee on Veteran's Affairs, Committee on Energy and Commerce, Committee on Oversight and Accountability, Committee on Natural Resources\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-329014-2025-04-08\" id=\"heading18-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-329014-2025-04-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-329014-2025-04-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-329014-2025-04-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy views on financial transparency and government accountability are rooted in the belief that elected officials should serve the people, not profit from their positions or protect corrupt systems.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nAlexis Claiborne completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Claiborne's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. My name is Alexis Claiborne and I decided to run for US House of Representatives in order to restore representations of the people. Our government should be of the people, by the people and for the people. I believe that we need leaders who are involved in the community, who support their constituents and who lead with compassion. That is me. I have spent my entire career working in the non-profit sector working to improve the communities in CA district 23. After the 2024 election cycle, I felt that I needed to do more. I have now started a coalition of other non-politicians that are running for office to uplift the voices of the voters and reduce the corruption in our government. I believe that as a society it is our duty to leave this country better for the next generation and that is exactly what I plan to do when I get to DC. We the people, for the people. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? People over profit: I am advocating for a government that serves all citizens, not just the wealthy and well-connected. I will accomplish this by promoting policies like a living wage, affordable healthcare, and a fair tax system. I will also be advocating for the overturning of Citizens United in order to ensure elections cannot be bought by the highest bidder. We need to be representing the people. Universal Healthcare Access: I support a universal, single-payer healthcare system to ensure every American has access to comprehensive, affordable, and equitable healthcare. This includes mental health services, reproductive care, and prescription medication. Everyone should have access to healthcare regardless of income, employment status, or zip code. I am advocating for a system that puts patients before politics and eliminated the influence of corporate healthcare lobbyists. Addressing the Climate Crisis: I recognize the climate crisis as both an environmental and economic emergency. I want to emphasize strong environmental protections and a just transition to renewable energy to combat climate change, hold polluting industries accountable, and invest in green infrastructure. This vision doesn't just aim to reduce carbon emissions - it is about building a resilient, green economy where clean air, water and energy are basic rights. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am deeply passionate about public policy that centers community empowerment, vulnerable populations, and compassionate leadership. I have spent my entire career in the nonprofit sector working to uplift our communities and empower our neighbors in need. I am now running for Congress to bring that same people-first, justice-driven leadership to Washington. Real change starts by listening to the people. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? My mom. She is a nurse and has been instrumental in my path developing. She has shown me what it is like to lead with empathy and to care for vulnerable communities no matter what. She also instilled the drive for knowledge and education in me and is the biggest reason that I am currently on my way to Dr. Claiborne. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Empathy - leadership should come from a place of compassion and deep understanding of people's lived experiences. Accountability - elected officials must be transparent, responsible, and answer to the people they represent. Community driven - policy should reflect the needs and voices of the community. Integrity - doing the right thing, even when it is not politically convenient, is non-negotiable. Courage - we need leaders that are unafraid to speak truth to power and push for meaningful change. What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? Empathy and accountability. Both of these qualities have allowed me to reach across party lines in my work and personal life. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? Serve the people, not special interests - elected officials should represent all constituents, not just the wealthy, corporate donors, or party elites. Listen and be accessible - it is a representatives job to actively listen to the people, remain available and transparent, and regularly engage with the community (not just show up during election season). Pass policies that improve lives - I believe elected officials must focus on legislation that makes a real difference. Fight for justice and equity - public servants should challenge systems of inequality, advocate for marginalized voices, and work to build a more fair, inclusive democracy. Lead with integrity and courage - I stand for doing what is right even when it is hard, and making decisions that reflect values rather, not political convenience. What legacy would you like to leave? I want to leave a legacy of services the proves being in politics does not have to be about power and money. It can be about empathy and representing the voices of the people. I want to be remembered as someone who showed up with heart, led with courage and REFUSED to sell out. If I can help shift the culture of Congress toward real transparency, put working-class voices at the center of policy, and inspire others to run who never thought they could - THAT is the kind of legacy that lasts. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The U.S. House of Representatives is the most direct link between the people and the federal government. With two-year terms and smaller districts, House members are meant to be highly responsive and accountable to their constituents and communities. The House holds the power of the purse and shapes how public money is raised and spent and has the ability to move legislation quickly in times of urgency. With 435 members, it also offers space for diverse voices and emerging leaders to represent the real, everyday experiences of Americans. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? I believe that while experience can be helpful, it shouldn't be a prerequisite for serving the people. What we need more that political resumes are leaders with lived experience - people who have worked hard, struggled, served their communities, and understand what everyday Americans are going through. Career politicians too often lose touch with the people they represent. I believe Congress needs more working-class voices who bring compassion, courage and lived perspective to the table. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Over the next decade, the U.S. faces urgent challenges that demand bold, people-first leadership. Economic inequality is widening as corporate greed leaves working families behind. Millions still lack access to affordable healthcare, while the climate crisis threatens communities and ecosystems. Political corruption and dark money have eroded public trust, and fundamental rights, from reproductive freedom to coting access, are under attack. We need leaders who will fight for justice, equity, and a future that works for everyone, not just the powerful few. Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? Yes. The 2 year term keeps members of the House of Representatives accountable to their constituents. With fast election cycles, the expectation is that they spend time in the communities they represent and introduce legislation that helps grow and support them. What are your thoughts on term limits? No one should be sitting in DC without making meaningful change. I support term limits for every elected position AND for the Supreme Court. Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? AOC. She ran a grassroots campaign and defied all odds to get into office. She is bold, brave and accessible to her constituents and the communities she represents. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? I believe that if we are all advocating for the needs of the people, little compromise is needed. However, I also recognize that getting a majority to agree on legislation has historically been extremely difficult. Elected officials must compromise without sacrificing the needs of the people they are representing. The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected? As a representative, I will use the power of the purse to invest in what actually matters to working families: living wages, universal healthcare, veteran support, mental health resources, and climate solutions. I will fight to redirect funding away from corporate subsidies and bloated bureaucracy and toward programs that uplift communities, protect our environment and restore dignity to everyday Americans. Budget decisions are moral decisions, and I will make sure our money reflects our values. How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers? The U.S. House should use its investigative powers to hold the powerful accountable, not to score partisan points. This means investigating corporate greed, government corruption, wasteful spending, and violations of public trust. It is about protecting the rights and resources of everyday Americans, making sure no one is above the law. Investigations should be transparent, fact-driven, and focused on real outcomes that restore trust in our democracy. What committees interest you? Committee on Education and the Workforce, Committee on Veteran's Affairs, Committee on Energy and Commerce, Committee on Oversight and Accountability, Committee on Natural Resources What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability? My views on financial transparency and government accountability are rooted in the belief that elected officials should serve the people, not profit from their positions or protect corrupt systems.\nNote: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it."}]