KINCAID Exploratory Committee
Announcing Exploratory Committee for Washington’s 1st Congressional District
Today, I am announcing the formation of an exploratory committee to run for Congress in Washington’s 1st District.
I am a Democrat—and if I run, I will likely be challenging fellow Democrat, Representative Suzan DelBene, who has held this seat for over 12 years.
The state of Washington ranks as one of the worst states to retire in. One major reason is affordability. But that won’t be a problem for Representative DelBene—because like so many politicians, her net worth has skyrocketed during her time in office. In fact, according to Quiver Quantitative, it has more than doubled—from $60 million to $126.34 million.
That may sound shocking, but it’s not unusual. More than half of all members of Congress are millionaires. And among the top 10 wealthiest members, Suzan DelBene is number eight.
Let me be clear: I’m not attacking people for being rich. I’d love to be rich. I have no doubt that being rich is fantastic. But here's the point: Congress no longer reflects the American people. It doesn’t look like the “government of the people, by the people, for the people” that Abraham Lincoln envisioned.
In a world where mega-corporations and the people who run them wield enormous money, power, and influence, we must remain vigilant. We must ensure that our representatives are working for us, not for corporate interests.
Many people in Washington are deeply concerned about the large donations Representative DelBene has received from corporate-affiliated political action committees (PACs). When compared to other Democrats, the amount of corporate money she’s taken is significantly higher.
So Why Run?
Why would I run for Congress? Why challenge someone from my own party?
There are two reasons: one is Representative DelBene herself, and the other is the Democratic Party as a whole. Both have been wrong on key issues—issues that contributed to our party’s devastating loss in the last election. That loss is why Donald Trump is now president again.
If the Democratic Party doesn’t change course, then Vice President J.D. Vance could be our next president. And while we may survive another Trump term, a Vance presidency could be the point of no return. It could take generations—if ever—for this country to recover.
As the saying goes: “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” Sadly, the Democratic Party hasn’t learned. Instead, it has doubled down on the very positions that cost us the trust of everyday voters.
The Issue of Fairness in Sports
One of the clearest examples is the party’s continued support for allowing biological males to compete in women’s sports. The Democratic Party is wrong on this issue. Representative DelBene is wrong on this issue. Her vote against the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act made that perfectly clear.
The reason she gave for voting against the bill was weak and politically calculated—an answer that insulted the intelligence of her constituents. She either supports this unfair practice or lacks the courage to oppose it. Either way, it’s unacceptable.
Most Americans—including most Democrats—oppose this policy. It’s unfair. It defies common sense. And it’s just plain wrong. I’ve seen the courage of female athletes who have spoken out. And have refused to compete against men.
I’ve met Democratic voters who know this is wrong but are afraid to say so. To them, I say: Your silence must end. Because fairness matters. Because women matter.
Let me be clear: this isn’t about attacking the LGBTQ+ community. Many in the LGBTO+ community feel the same way. And are against men in women's sports. One of the greatest female athletes in history. The tennis legend Martina Navratilova , has spoken out against men in women's sports. She is a true hero , champion. A pioneer , a trailblazer . A role model and inspiration to all women. Let's close our eyes and imagine that we could go back in time. To the start of her career in sports. What if Martina Navratilova was forced to play against men calling themselves transgender? So many victories and trophies would have been stolen from her. And that would be wrong. And if a person can't understand how that would be wrong. Then that person's level of stupidity is so high. There is no reasoning with them.
I’ve worked with transgender individuals. I’ve always treated them with dignity. And I’ll continue to do so. But respect is a two-way street.
A man taking a championship title away from a woman is not progress. It’s not a civil rights victory. It's a setback for fairness. And in many cases, it’s not even about identity—it’s about exploitation.
We’ve seen a rise in people who previously identified as cross-dressers now calling themselves transgender—sometimes out of strategy, not sincerity. This isn’t equality. It’s opportunism.
And while most young people are incredibly kind and open-hearted, that kindness is being taken advantage of. I once saw an interview with a mother who was upset because a male student had joined the girls' sports team and was changing in the girls locker room. Her daughter, who was uncomfortable with it, didn't want her mom to speak out because she didn't want to hurt the boy's feelings. Her daughter was changing in a different area , and not in the girls locker room. Compassion shouldn’t require young girls to give up their sports, their privacy, or their dignity.
This Is About More Than One Issue
This campaign is about more than one issue. It’s about restoring trust, protecting working families, strengthening public education, and holding both parties accountable to the people they serve.
It’s about proving that the Democratic Party can still stand for fairness, reason, and integrity.
I’m not running just to make a point—I’m running to make a difference.
If you’re ready to bring courage and clarity back to Congress—and if you’re ready to help the Democratic Party find its way again—then I invite you to stand with me.
Let’s chart a new course.
Let’s bring honesty back to politics.
And let’s fight for a future we can all believe in.
Thank you.
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