A biography for Elise Stefanikhasn’t been written yet.
“The North Country of New York is a region steeped in rich military tradition. Our corner of this country stands out for the remarkable tradition of brave men and women putting themselves in harm's way for our nation.”
“I don't look like a normal congressional candidate.”
“I was so disappointed by the 2012 election that I decided I had to do something. And I thought, 'I have something to offer - I should be able to have a seat at the table.'”
“We need candidates who are able to reach out to young voters, women voters.”
“As a member of the bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus, I'm committed to finding consensus on legislation to address our environmental and energy challenges.”
“I was the first candidate to announce my run on Instagram. So that was kind of cool.”
“As the first member of my immediate family to graduate from college, I understand the importance access to high quality education plays in preparing our children to learn and compete in a competitive, global workforce.”
“I first decided to run for Congress when I was 29 - and became a Representative at the age of 30.”
“I've been a skier since I was 2 or 3, skiing with my dad in northern New York and Vermont.”
“When you get out of Washington, you realize how much of a Beltway bubble exists.”
“The powers that technology and independent contracting give to workers enables them to take greater control of their careers to preserve work-life balance.”
“Social media is a powerful tool to connect constituents with the policy making process.”
“I use Facebook on a daily basis to share information about my work in Congress and across our great district. I put information about constituent meetings, video of various Congressional hearings, and share local news stories from around our region.”
“I think being a young woman is a strength.”
“I read 'Lean In' at a really important time as I was deciding to run for office.”
“Increased access to broadband expands our ability to do commerce and will help bring our farmers' operations into the 21st century.”
“As a member of the bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus and the Co-Chair of the Invasive Species Caucus, I'll continue to be an independent voice for our district.”
“I've been really humbled by other women who've reached out to me across the country. Not just women who are running for Congress and federal office, but elementary school students running for student council or high school students who are their class presidents.”
“Thank you to our farmers for all you do to keep food on our tables.”
“Children especially deserve our support after they are rescued from those who have victimized them.”