Vicente Gonzalez

Democratic Party (D)
U.S. Representative (District 34) (seeking re-election) · District 34, Texas, United States of America · 2026
PurposeGonzalez is seeking re-election in the Rio Grande Valley on a platform of education access, Medicare protection, and economic diversification for the border region.

Education
On education, the site calls for protecting Head Start and pre-K programs, increasing technology investment to close the digital divide, providing tuition-free higher learning for the first two years after high school, and expanding graduate programs, particularly in engineering and medicine.

Health
On health care, the site calls for protecting Medicare and Social Security as "solemn promises," opposing privatizing Social Security or converting Medicare to a voucher system, making child care more affordable, and supporting family medical leave, alongside ensuring affordable healthcare access for working Texans.

Security
On security, the site calls for maintaining strong military and national defense, investing in first responders, "smart border security," and increased port security, alongside fostering a collaborative relationship with Mexico.

Economy
On the economy, the site calls for economic diversification across trade, healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing, promoting trade with Mexico as a job creator, and fighting for higher wages.

Security
The site also details veterans' priorities: a full VA hospital for South Texas, VA reform and modernization, expanded PTSD treatment and caregiver support, and strengthened GI Bill benefits.

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