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Republican
2026 candidate
Jessica Arriaga
jessforphilly.comNorth Philadelphia native, Olney HS graduate, 20-year Operating Room Technician who expanded into medical sales and community health coordination. Christian evangelical and Ward Leader. Filed FEC Statement of Candidacy Jan 26, 2026 as Republican nominee.
Chance of winning3%
D+20 district; 2024 GOP nominee lost by 42 points. No verified fundraising yet.
Background
North Philadelphia native, Olney HS graduate, 20-year Operating Room Technician who expanded into medical sales and community health coordination. Christian evangelical and Ward Leader. Filed FEC Statement of Candidacy Jan 26, 2026 as Republican nominee.
Stated positions · 5
- Public safety and neighborhood policing
- Affordable healthcare framed by OR-tech experience
- Stronger neighborhood schools and parental involvement
- Economic opportunity for working families
- Accountable, community-driven leadership
Pros & cons, honest read
Reasons to support
- Authentic North Philly roots and 20+ years frontline healthcare
- Latina, Christian evangelical, Ward Leader — rare urban-Philly GOP profile
- Street-level public-safety message addresses real local concerns
Reasons to be skeptical
- No prior elected office
- Campaign website offers minimal policy specificity
- Running in D+20 district against an incumbent with huge cash edge
Sources
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