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U.S. House · NY-09 · Democratic candidate · 2026

Yvette Clarke

Democratic candidate for New York's 9th Congressional District

Yvette Clarke is a Brooklyn congresswoman and former City Council member focused on equitable health care, digital access and protections for working families.

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DistrictNY-09
OfficeCongress
ElectionNov. 3, 2026

Policy priorities

Where Yvette stands.

Official position

Universal equitable health care

  • Supports Medicare for All and expanded access to health care, including research on menopause, fibroids and uterine cancer

Official position

Affordable internet and opportunity

  • Supports preserving and expanding the Affordable Connectivity Program to make reliable broadband available to underserved communities

Official position

Artificial intelligence and transparency

  • Supports disclosure of AI-generated political advertising and stronger accountability for malicious deepfakes and disinformation

Official position

Reproductive justice and coverage

  • Supports the EACH Act to end Hyde Amendment restrictions and make abortion coverage accessible regardless of income

Official position

Renewable energy and resilience

  • Supports a national renewable electricity standard reaching 70 percent by 2036 and directing investment toward impacted communities

Official position

Worker rights and protections

  • Supports stronger labor protections against discrimination, unfair pay and unsafe conditions for workers across the country

Record and background

Record & experience.

  1. Since 2007

    Experience

    U.S. representative

    Represents Brooklyn in Congress.

  2. Fiscal year 2024

    Accomplishment

    Secured Brooklyn violence intervention funding

    Helped secure $963,000 for the 67th Precinct Clergy Council's trauma support, mentorship and violence intervention program.

  • Experience

    New York City Council member

    Represented Council District 40 before her election to the House.

  • Experience

    Congressional Black Caucus chair

    Chairs the Congressional Black Caucus.

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