Fighting to Take Back Congress for All of Us
Meet Effie
Effie Phillips-Staley is a Tarrytown Trustee and a non-profit executive who has dedicated her career to social justice and public service. The daughter of an immigrant from El Salvador and a U.S. veteran who served in two wars, Effie was raised with common-sense values in a union household. She understands that diversity is a strength, that unions built America and that no one should struggle to house their family or afford healthcare.
Get Involved
Effie Phillips-Staley will fight for the Hudson Valley in Congress. And she’s building a campaign you can be a part of. Join us!
Priorities
Effie is running for Congress to make Washington work for the people, not just the ultra-rich. She is a progressive voice for New York’s 17th District who believes everyone deserves a fair shot at achieving the American Dream.
Campaign News
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Effie for Congress – Episode 2
Podcast
Effie talks about Israel and the Trump administrations negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program. She talks about the Supreme Court ruling that allows Trump to deport 500,000 Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans and discusses Trump’s …
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Effie for Congress – Episode 1
Podcast
Effie Phillips-Staley is a Democratic candidate for Congress running in NY-17, currently represented by Mike Lawler. On this podcast, she discusses her views on local and national issues and shares her vision for a progressive Congress.
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Spectrum News Albany Interview
Video
Watch the full interview with Effie Guadalupe Phillips-Staley, who is running for Congress in New York’s 17th Congressional District.
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