Marisa Wood for Congress

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Meet Marisa

Marisa Wood is a public school teacher, mother and grandmother, and has spent her last 20 years serving the Bakersfield community that she calls home. Marisa knows that this district – and all of its families – deserve someone fighting for them in Washington, not a career politician who cares about his rich donors and fighting partisan battles.

Where Marisa Stands

On the Issues

Fossil Fuel Pledge

I have proudly signed the pledge to not accept any donation from the Fossil Fuel Industry

Promise to Constituents

Every vote I make; every piece of legislation I advance will be grounded in this question–am I meeting the needs of the constituents who depend on me?

Education

As an educator for over 25 years, I know the foundational value of equitable education and the positive impacts on our Central Valley families and students.

Healthcare

As a teacher for the past 21 years in the Fairfax school district, I have seen my students and their families struggle accessing affordable quality healthcare.

Economy

As your elected Congress member, I will prioritize lifting my district from the high levels of poverty it has been plagued by since 2005.

Reproductive Rights

I will adamantly defend a woman’s right to safe, accessible reproductive healthcare.

Veterans

Veterans honored this country with their service, and it is absolutely appalling that they have to fight for the services they earned, such as healthcare and education.

Homelessness

he number of homeless youth, veterans, and Americans have been on the rise in Kern County and the country at an alarming rate over the past four years.

Water

The Central Valley feeds the world! Water is pivotal to our economy and the thousands of agricultural working families that live here.

Seniors / Social Security

Too many seniors have to skip doctors appointments, skip their medication, or even skip meals, and that is not okay with me!

Environment & Clean Energy

As a grandmother to two perfect grandchildren, I will do all I can to ensure they have a planet that is clean and thriving in which to grow.

Immigration

As the granddaughter of an Italian immigrant who came to America via Ellis Island, we are lucky that America became our home.

Equality, Equity, & Inclusion

It is time for women to get equal pay for equal work. It is time that our trans, non-binary family, friends get the respect that they deserve.

Campaign Updates

In the News

A closer look at Kern’s candidates: Marisa Wood

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — This June and November, voters in Kern will face a slate of options. 17 News is sitting down with Kern’s candidates so the county can make informed decisions. We are turning to Kern’s 20th congressional district which stretches from Bakersfield to the Fresno suburb of Clovis. House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Bakersfield) is […]

03.24.22

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California Democratic Party unveils endorsements; which Kern candidates got the official nod?

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The California Democratic Party held its three-day endorsing convention this weekend, handing out the official nod to blue candidates across the state. The virtual conference brought together some of the most powerful Democrats in the biggest and bluest state in the nation. Speakers included House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Vice President Kamala […]

03.07.22

Press Releases

Marisa Wood – Teacher for Congress Endorsed by California Democratic Party

Sunday, March 6, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BAKERSFIELD, CA – Today, public school teacher, mother, and grandmother Marisa Wood was endorsed by the California Democratic Party at their virtual Endorsing Convention. “I’m so honored to have received 100% of the delegates’ votes and proud to get the official endorsement of the Democratic Party today. I […]

03.06.22

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