After Quote by Jon Runyan

I decided to run for Congress because when I was approached as a community leader, I felt that one of the things that spoke…

— Jacky Rosen

When I first ran for public office, it was with the passion and idealism of a young man who believed that government could help…

— James McGreevey

I came to Congress to continue a career of service to my country and to stand up for the values I learned growing up…

— Ronny Jackson

I ran for Congress in 1992, but I lost the election, and I really dropped the idea of ever serving in Congress. Eventually, I…

— Lois Frankel

I was born into public service.

— Janice Hahn

Public service is a part of who I am, having grown up in a family of politicians.

— Harold Ford, Jr

I have gone from a proponent of campaign finance reform to a revolutionary during my time in public service.

— Chris Murphy

I ran for Congress because I was tired of the erosion of political discourse throughout our whole country and a government that too often…

— Dean Phillips

I wanted to participate in the political responsibilities of an American citizen. I wanted to vote. I wanted to be a full member of…

— Sebastian Thrun

I did grow up in a household where the narrative was about public service and how are you going to effect change and help…

— Lauren Bush

I grew up in a family that was committed to service, to reaching out and helping others. That's what inspired me to work in…

— Cary Kennedy

I have been a lifelong community activist and frankly did not dream of being in public office.

— Karen Bass