As I traveled the district when I returned home from my deployment, I had the privilege to meet people from all walks of life. President Joe Biden's policies have made the challenges facing middle-class families even more difficult. Because of inflation the cost of groceries, utility bills and gas prices are way too expensive.

I'm running for Congress to provide balance to some of the crazy policies coming from Washington. I will work to enact policies that will fight inflation, support economic initiatives that will create good paying jobs, along with solutions to reduce the cost of healthcare and drug prices. As a veteran, I have always put our country first, and if elected, I will work with anyone who shares my vision to improve the lives of hard-working families in Western Oregon and the Coast.

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Alek's Story

Alek is a former Oregon National Guardsman. He attended both Air Assault School and Sniper School, achieving the rank of Specialist. He completed a nine-month deployment in Afghanistan with the US Army National Guard's 186th Infantry Regiment, 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team in 2015.

Alek, along with four others stopped an armed terrorist on a Paris-bound train travelling from Amsterdam to Paris in August 2015. His heroism earned him several awards and medals around the world including, the United States' Soldier's Medal. In addition, he received the Chevalier of the Legion of Honour and the medal of the City of Arras, France.

After serving with the National Guardsman for 5 years, Alek left military service in November 2017. Upon completing his service, Alek voiced his inspiring experience by authoring 15:17 to Paris: The True Story of A Terrorist, A Train, and Three American Heroes describing the events that led up to the attack on the train ride to Paris from Amsterdam. Alek later had the privilege of working with legendary director Clint Eastwood on the film 15:17 to Paris that portrayed the harrowing attack in which Alek starred as himself. He went on to tour the country on public speaking engagements encouraging others to take control of their lives and the importance of duty to the community.

Alek's experience stretches beyond the military. With a strong belief in service to his community, Alek stays active by advocating for responsible forest management in Southern Oregon.

He lives in Roseburg where he spends his free time hiking and exploring all that Oregon has to offer.

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I'm running for Congress because it's time we have someone who will stand with Southern Oregon. Join me and let's stand up for Oregon: