Arizona's 5th Congressional District

Arizona's 5th Congressional District Candidates

Andy Biggs

Andy
Biggs

(Incumbent)
Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

Katrina
Schaffner

Katrina Schaffner

Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

(All candidates are listed in alphabetical order)

Endorsement Process

To be considered for an official endorsement from the Chandler Chamber, candidates must have completed both steps of the endorsement process.

Part 1 - Candidate Questionnaire: Candidates seeking endorsement received a preliminary questionnaire to gather essential information about their campaign, platform, and background.

Part 2 - Candidate Endorsement Interview: Qualified candidates who have completed the questionnaire were invited to participate in an endorsement interview.

Part 1:
Candidate Questionnaire

Candidates seeking endorsement will receive a preliminary questionnaire to gather essential information about their campaign, platform, and background. A select group of business leaders will thoroughly review the responses to ensure a complete understanding of each candidate's stance and priorities.

To view each candidates' response, click the plus button to the right of each question.

All candidates are listed in alphabetical order.

Q1: What inspired you to run for office?

Andy Biggs (Incumbent), Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

Our Constitution boldly protects the freedoms given by God, making the United States the greatest country on Earth. But those core values are under attack – from the Left and the Right – everyday. Over the last several decades, the size and scope of the federal government has grown larger than our Founders ever imagined. It is time to restore the balance of powers they envisioned by reining in federal overreach and reinstating Congress’s Article I authorities.

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Katrina Schaffner, Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

I am running for Congress to challenge a system that benefits the top 1% while leaving the rest behind. Despite being a first time candidate, I have been inspired and motivated by my community members who are looking for a change and hope for a candidate who will stand up to special interest lobbyists and fight for working Americans.

Q2: How do you perceive the role of government, & what is your top priority?

Andy Biggs (Incumbent), Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

Since I am running for federal office, I will focus solely on the role of the federal government, which is to carry out the limited responsibilities defined in the U.S. Constitution and to protect the God-given rights enshrined in it. The federal government should not be the go-to entity to address every issue rightly handled at the state or local level. The inclination to turn to the federal government for all solutions has led to a drastic increase in federal spending and our record national debt of nearly $35 trillion.

Our debt poses significant national security risks to our nation, so we must focus on reducing it. I factor our national debt into every vote I take in Congress, assessing whether we can afford the proposal, and will continue identifying ways to reduce our spending and restore fiscal stability.

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Katrina Schaffner, Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

My top priority is to bring ordinary families to the forefront of this election. It’s time to hold corporations accountable so we can invest in domestic policy that impacts our day to day lives. I want to strengthen our national security, invest in affordable healthcare, strengthen our democracy and build a strong economy for working families.

Q3: If elected, how would you embody the values of the Chandler Chamber?

Andy Biggs (Incumbent), Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

The Chandler Chamber and the businesses it represents should have the opportunity to thrive without unnecessary interference from big government. During my four terms in Congress, I have supported pro-business tax and trade policies and tried to reduce federal regulations that hamper economic development. I have proposed that Congress reclaim its role in overseeing new regulations, especially those that will have a large economic impact. Entities like OSHA and the EPA that release rules that govern the workplace, our transportation infrastructure, access to water, and new home construction requirements, among many others, need more oversight. I will continue to promote policies that support Chandler businesses’ ability to grow and thrive.

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Katrina Schaffner, Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

I was born in Chicago into a blue collar family. My father was a carpenter and I grew up learning the ins and outs of a construction business, developing life skills along the way. I have a trades background and a corporate background. This experience has given me a unique perspective for Congress. As a political activist I am aware of how federal policies impact our day to day lives. I know what questions to ask and how to strengthen policy so that trades and small business owners do not get left behind. I will prioritize small local businesses and ensure that we do not prioritize corporate wealth over working people.

Q4: How will the Chandler Chamber’s endorsement help you in the race?

Andy Biggs (Incumbent), Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

It would be an honor to be recognized by the Chamber for my support of pro-growth, limited government policies. I appreciate the Chamber’s interest in engaging with our government representatives and look forward to working with them in the coming term.

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Katrina Schaffner, Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

I have been very intentional about what endorsements to seek throughout this campaign. It is very important to have the support of local community members and the Chamber of Commerce. My platform focuses on supporting local business and holding corporations accountable. Support from Chandler Chamber of Commerce would confirm that we are able to work together from a federal and local level in an effort to move our country forward and support our community.

Part 2:
Candidate Endorsement Interview

Qualified candidates who have completed the questionnaire will be invited to participate in an endorsement interview. These interviews offer candidates the opportunity to articulate their platform, qualifications, and vision directly to the Chandler Chamber. Recordings of these interviews will be shared on Chandler Chamber platforms for the benefit of Chamber members and the general public. A second select group of business leaders will review the recorded interviews to provide diverse perspectives on each candidate's suitability for endorsement.

All candidates are listed in alphabetical order.

Andy Biggs

Incumbent, Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

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Katrina Schaffner

Candidate for Arizona's 5th Congressional District

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