Both my mother's family and my father's family go back almost a hundred years in the district. I was born in the district, raised in the district, raised my family in the district. And so that's the way I see myself. Ann Kirkpatrick backbeardistrict share on social
In Congress, I was a relentless advocate for fiscal responsibility. Ann Kirkpatrick advocatecongressfiscal Change image and share on social
Yes, I introduced the congressional pay cut bill, cutting our salaries by five percent. And I think we have to lead by example. Ann Kirkpatrick billcongressionalcut Change image and share on social
In 2010, I proposed that Congress take its first pay cut in 77 years, and my effort had bipartisan support. And as part of leading by example, I returned 5 percent of my paycheck every month to pay down the debt. Ann Kirkpatrick bipartisancongresscut share on social
When millions of Americans are tightening their belts, folks have the right to expect their elected officials to do the same. Ann Kirkpatrick americanbeltelect Change image and share on social
Gabby Giffords was a mentor of mine in the state Legislature and also in Congress. Ann Kirkpatrick congressgabbygiffords Change image and share on social
I have always been an independent voice for the folks in my district. Ann Kirkpatrick districtfolkindependent Change image and share on social
I believe the private sector and small businesses drive our economy, and that means the federal government should work to ensure the private sector is as robust as possible. Ann Kirkpatrick businessdriveeconomy Change image and share on social
I grew up in rural Arizona. My dad ran a general store. Ann Kirkpatrick arizonadadgeneral Change image and share on social