Democratic challenger Eric Jones has initiated a campaign for Congress against longtime incumbent Representative Mike Thompson, with his platform emphasizing political reform, the mitigation of corporate influence, and the amelioration of economic inequality.
Representative Mike Thompson has framed his 2026 reelection campaign as a pivotal effort to secure a Democratic House majority, which he contends is necessary to address the Trump administration’s policies, reinstate federal programs, and implement stronger institutional safeguards.
Democratic congressional candidate Eric Jones has advocated for an expanded series of debates with incumbent U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson, asserting that the two public events currently scheduled are inadequate for voters in California’s newly redrawn 4th Congressional District. Jones’s statement follows Thompson’s agreement to participate in a televised debate and a candidate forum, which Jones deemed insufficient to address the district’s diverse electorate.
Diane Ortiz conceded the Yolo County Superior Court Judge Office No. 1 race to Ryan Davis, with final ballot counts confirming Davis’s victory. Concurrently, Eric Jones secured second place in California’s 4th Congressional District, advancing to the November general election against incumbent Rep. Mike Thompson under the state’s top-two primary system.
A campaign advertisement for congressional candidate Eric Jones inaccurately attributes an endorsement to The Davis Vanguard, claiming the publication called him ‘hardworking, smart, a fighter.’ The Vanguard, however, maintains a policy of non-endorsement for political candidates, explicitly stating that opinions expressed in letters to the editor do not reflect its editorial position.
Eric Jones is running for Congress to fight for all residents, advocating for housing, universal childcare, affordable healthcare, and strong protections for workers and veterans, while opposing the Democratic Party’s donor-class driven policies.
Eric Jones for Congress has raised nearly $3.3 million since launching, with every dollar coming from individual donors and no contributions from corporate PACs, showing continued grassroots support and donor enthusiasm.
Eric Jones is a progressive politician running on a platform of ending monopoly abuses, expanding Medicare, providing universal childcare, and increasing taxes on the wealthy to pay for investments.
The Yolo County Pride Democratic Club has endorsed Eric Jones for Congress in California’s 4th Congressional District, citing his alignment with the club’s values of LGBTQ+ equality, social justice and progressive policy priorities.
Davis residents rallied at the Davis Farmers Market to protest the US’s illegal and horrific attack against Iran, calling for a War Powers resolution and urging older voters to support younger, progressive candidates who are willing to fight for a better future.
Activists are encouraged to rest and restore during the solstice season, while also taking action to help those in need, both locally and abroad, and to support young, energetic leaders in upcoming elections.