Claire Valdez Wants to Be Your Artist in Congress

By Hakim BisharaJune 16, 2026

The New York State assemblywoman, who is running for a seat in the House of Representatives, spoke with Hyperallergic about her life as a painter, political origin story, and big plans for Washington.

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