The political system in the United States is increasinly influenced by corporate interest rather than the needs of everyday people. It’s not atypical for citizens to feel unheard and unrepresented through their elected official
Undeniably, it’s the norm for politicians to accept funding from corporate PACs. This raises concerns about accountability. Representative Mike Thompson has received significant financial support from corporate PACs during his time in office. In fact, 60% of his last re-election campaign was funded by corporate PACs.
Accountability in government is crucial. Voters deserve politicians who are transparent, make decisions based on the public’s needs, and aren’t influenced by corporate donors. Without accountability, trust in government continues to deteriorate, and everyday people continue to feel ignored.
Affordability is a major issue affecting families in California. Many struggle with rising health care costs, housing prices, and everyday expenses. Eric Jones is striving to address these problems by lowering prescription drug prices, expanding medicare, and reducing out-of-pocket medical costs. He’s investigating affordable housing to help working families and seniors stay financially stable.
Eric Jones is striving to serve the people it represents. Many citizens feel ignored or overlooked when it comes to issues that directly affect their lives. His commitment to reject corporate PAC money is to ensure that he is accountable to voters, not corporations. Our district deserves leadership that is transparent, accountable, and prioritizes the people. Eric Jones represents an opportunity for change and give people a voice in their government.
Janely Mendoza
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Instead of Pac money empty suit Eric Jones’ campaign is financed by rich people donating $7000 dollars each. This is a new way of financing campaigns where a network of hedge fund oligarchs and tech bros fund campaigns directly so that people like Jones can claim they don’t take corporate donations. Meet the new campaign money corruption same as the old campaign money corruption.
And who is JanelyM25 the author of this letter? Never heard of them. Is there some reason the author doesn’t want to put a real name on the letter? Do they even live in the district or are they like most of his financiers who don’t live in the district?
“And who is JanelyM25 the author of this letter?”
Good point. Since commenters can’t post anonymously why are articles allowed to?
Full name of the author is at the bottom of the article
Fair enough but does this person live in the District?
I have no way of verifying and that’s never been a requirement for any publication.
The top ten occupations of Jones’ donors and approximate totals donated according to FEC filings through 12-31-25:
Investors $220,000
Chief Executive Officers $207,000
Not employed $200,000
Retired $169,000
Partner $90,000
Presidents $65,000
Founders $60,000
Venture Capitalists $54,000
Managing Partners $47,000
Co-founder $41,000
Source: https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00919100/?tab=raising
Ron and Keith point out the misdirection, or is it lack of disclosure, or just a lie when Jones asserts he is pure because he does not take PAC money. He is clearly influenced by his tech buddies. No real ties to the District or our issues but slick researched message points with no soul. And, no government experience. Just a “trust me” message.
He seems a good family man, hard worker who cares. But, I don’t want someone who just decides to buy a Congressional seat. Run for school board or City Council. Dig in. Prove yourself and try in 6 or 8 years.
My vote is for Mike Thompson who is fighting for our democracy and our District.