DELANO, CA — Today, Representative Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced their endorsement of Dr. Jasmeet Bains for Congress in California’s 22nd Congressional District. Representative Thompson has a record of fighting to expand access to affordable health care, protecting women’s rights, and working families.

“I’m honored to have the support of Representative Mike Thompson, a proven leader who fights every day for the future of his community. His tireless work to strengthen our health care system and protect working families is what we need more of in Congress,” said Dr. Jasmeet Bains. “I am thankful to have earned his support and look forward to working alongside him to improve the lives of the residents of the Central Valley.”

“Dr. Jasmeet Bains is exactly the kind of principled, effective leader Central Valley families deserve in Congress. As a physician on the front lines, she knows what it takes to lower health care costs and expand access to quality care in every community,” Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) said. “In Congress, Dr. Bains will be a strong partner in fighting for working families and supporting our growers and farmworkers. I’m proud to support her campaign for California’s 22nd Congressional District and look forward to working with her to deliver real results.”

Dr. Bains’ campaign for Congress is also endorsed by EMILY’s List,  AAPI Victory Fund, Elect Democratic Women, ASPIRE PAC, Healthcare for Action, FamMed Pac, NUHW, Delano Police Officers Association, SEIU California, IBEW Local 428, Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis, nine members of the California Congressional Delegation, and dozens of community advocates and civic leaders. Last quarter, Dr. Jasmeet Bains set a record-breaking first-quarter fundraising total that outpaced every challenger in this district.

About Dr. Jasmeet Bains
Dr. Bains, a physician and daughter of immigrants, is running to represent California’s 22nd Congressional District. She has dedicated her career to serving underserved communities in the Central Valley, tackling the opioid crisis, and fighting for affordable health care for all.

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