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Tessa’s Birthday Party Has Grown! Come celebrate the Hodge High Holidays With Us! Friday, May 22, at 7:00 PM
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Tessa is celebrating her 38th birthday on May 20. Then on May 22 the founder of NotStepping Back, Andrew Hodge, celebrates his birthday. Right in the middle of the birthdays is May 21—the perfect day for them to marry sixteen years ago, so come wish them happy birthdays and anniversary.

The Hodge High Holidays and Silent Auction event will be held at the locally owned, El Torito Restaurant and Meat Market in Hesperia, California. Please join Tessa and Andrew for delicious food, fun, and fundraising during the last critical push before the primaries! Use the QR code above or RSVP at Act Blue at this link. ([link removed]) (If you have a ticket already to Tessa’s birthday, it is good for this rescheduled event.) Let’s celebrate love, birthdays, community, NotStepping Back, and the fight to flip CA-23.

Special thanks to El Torito owner Paul Paz, for supporting the campaign. If you are in the High Desert please be sure to stop by for some amazing food and to support a small local business that supports Democrats.

Endorsement Alert

Cedric White, Lancaster City Council Member, AD 34 Delegate

“As someone who has spent decades working with youth and families in our community, as a mentor, probation officer, educator, and community advocate, I know how important it is to have leaders who truly understand the struggles everyday people face. That’s why I’m proud to endorse Tessa Lynn Hodge for Congress. Tessa’s background as a social worker and mental health professional gives her a firsthand understanding of the challenges impacting working families, children, and underserved communities across our district. She has dedicated her career to helping people through trauma, poverty, and crisis with compassion and dignity. Like me, she believes real public safety starts with investing in people, supporting our youth, and creating opportunities for families to succeed. Tessa is bringing heart, experience, and authentic community leadership to this race, and I believe she will be a strong advocate for the High Desert and all of CA-23.”

Melissa Ayala Quintero - School board member for Redlands Unified School District
"As a School Board Member of Redlands Unified, it is a pleasure to endorse Tessa Lynn Hodge for Congress. Tessa has worked in local schools providing life-changing mental health support to students. Her personal experiences allow her to empathize with some of our most vulnerable youth populations. I know she will effectively represent and fight for the interests of youth in our community."

Demócratas Del Pueblo
“Demócratas del Pueblo is proud to endorse Tessa Lynn Hodge for California’s 23^rd District. Tessa brings strong, community-centered leadership focused on supporting working families, strengthening local businesses, creating green spaces, and expanding access to healthcare. We are confident she will be a powerful voice for equity, opportunity, and the communities of District 23.”

Melinda Neal, President Yucaipa-Calimesa Democratic Club

“Tessa Lynn Hodge is my preferred candidate. She has been born and raised in the district and has spent her professional career as a social worker, supporting local families. Last summer at an event, Tessa and I spoke one on one for twenty minutes. After that conversation, I knew who would receive my vote. Since that interaction, we have spoken at several other events…Tessa is in favor of universal health care for all…When you take a pen in hand to mark your ballot, you are not only voting for the present, but for your children’s futures and your grandchildren’s futures. Make it a better place for them. The polls open on June 2. If you plan to vote by mail, post your ballot well before that date. And please consider Tessa Lynn Hodge, Democrat, for Congressional District 23.”

Busy Day on the Campaign Trail Last Saturday

Tessa attended a town hall sponsored by 50501 Ridgecrest that included candidates for CA 23 and CA 20. Andrew attended the High Desert Progressive Democrats Voter Outreach Fair in Victorville. Campaign Manager Alex attended a Cinco de Mayo parade in Lake Los Angeles and handed out literature with three volunteers, including our new bilingual social media intern, Isaac! Thank you to Erika Schwerdt and Vladimir Gomez for inviting us.

Canvassing Events

May 9 - Big Bear - meet at 8:30 a.m. at Perks Coffee House to carpool/caravan to Big Bear. Or you can meet us directly in Big Bear at 10:00 a.m. at Sugarloaf Park.

May 16 - Apple Valley - Meet at 10 a.m. at Perks Coffee House in Apple Valley.

May 23 - Yucaipa

May 30 - Multi-city

Email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Canvassing%20Events&body=) , scan the QR code below, or click here to complete the signup form. ([link removed])

A Big Thank You to Sharon Fain for our Meet and Greet

A big thank you to Sharon Fain and her family for hosting an amazing meet and greet in Yucca Valley. Another big thank you to everyone who came and asked questions, engaged in conversation, and more importantly engaged in community building! The best part of campaigning is getting to meet so many members of this community that I love and hearing their stories. I think one thing is clear, when people hear my story, my connection to the district, and my plan for how to utilize the strengths of our amazing district to improve the lives of those who live here, they see and believe in the vision and the plan. I’m looking forward to winning this primary and then flipping this seat on the general election.

Just 25 Days Until the Primary

We’re on the final countdown to the primary! The ballots are out! Please vote soon for Tessa Lynn Hodge for US House of Representatives! Get it in the mail as soon as possible, or you can vote in person on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. In case you, your family, or friends need them, here are important links: Check your voter status here ([link removed]) . Or register to vote here ([link removed]) . You must register to vote at least 15 days before the election.

We Have More Yard Signs Now!

Order Yours Today!

We have yard signs. Get one while they last! $30. Click here to order a sign on Act Blue. ([link removed])


Fundraising Push

Thank you to everyone who has donated to the campaign thus far. Whether it was $1 or $1000, when you're running a grassroots campaign, every dollar matters. Thanks to you we have been able to order more yard signs, 5 large campaign signs to put out around the district, 3 large banners, and we have purchased digital advertising and have a large text campaign going out over the next several weeks. At this critical juncture, every new donation helps us buy one more yard sign, one more large sign to put on a street corner, and one more text to a voter. Help us win this primary and defeat Jay Obernolte and MAGA by donating today.
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Hello friends, from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for all the support you have shown this campaign. When I first decided to run I wasn't sure where the path would lead. What I now know is that it has led to many new and amazing friendships, experiences with members of my community I didn’t know were possible, and an even greater love for our desert, our mountains, and this community we all call home. I am honored that you have all placed your trust in me, and I promise that I will fight tooth and nail every day to win this seat for you all.

With gratitude and determination,

Tessa Lynn Hodge

Candidate for Congress, CA-23
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