San Diego, CA Jerlilia Ryans today announced her candidacy for the United States Congress in California’s 48th Congressional District, citing the urgent need for bold, principled leadership that puts people ahead of politics and delivers real results for San Diego families. “I’m running for Congress because too many families in our district are being left behind by a system that is no longer working for them,” said Ryans. “Working families are struggling with the rising cost of housing, health care, and education, while Washington continues to cater to special interests instead of everyday people.”Raised with a deep appreciation for hard work, education, and community, Ryans built her career by working multiple jobs to pay her way through college, earning degrees in sociology, business, and law.
She went on to build successful small businesses, advocate for working people, and raise a family rooted in service and civic engagement.“Our district deserves a representative who understands what it means to work hard, to struggle, and to persevere,” Ryans said. “I know firsthand the challenges facing small business owners, seniors, veterans, and young families because I’ve lived them.”Ryans’ campaign is focused on making life more affordable for San Diego residents by tackling the housing crisis, protecting access to quality and affordable health care, strengthening public education, supporting veterans, defending reproductive freedom, and protecting civil and LGBTQ+ rights. She has also emphasized the importance of safeguarding democracy and restoring trust in government.“At this moment in our nation’s history, our democracy is facing real threats,” Ryans said. “We need leaders who will stand up for the rule of law, protect our freedoms, and bring people together to solve problems—not divide us for political gain.”
Ryans emphasized that her campaign will be powered by grassroots support and community voices across the district.“This campaign is about putting people first,” she said. “Together, we can build a future where opportunity is not reserved for the few, but accessible to everyone who is willing to work for it.”For more information about Jerlilia Ryans and her campaign for Congress, visit Jerlilia Ryans.com or follow the campaign on social media.
