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ICYMI: Washington Examiner: “Democrat doctors run anti-MAHA campaigns for midterm elections”

“Democrats with backgrounds in STEM are uniquely qualified to really lead on a lot of the most important issues of the day, like health care,” 314 Action Executive Director Eric Polyak said. “They just have so much credibility.”

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314 Action Candidates Post Impressive Q1 2026 Fundraising Haul

314 Action candidates continued to break records, outraise their Republican opponents, and build momentum as we approach the midterms. With increasing donor enthusiasm and the highest levels of trust among scientists and medical professionals on the ballot, our endorsed candidates are in the best position to flip key seats in Congress this cycle. In 2026, 314 Action Fund is already working with 250+ STEM candidates running nationwide in red to blue districts, open and highly competitive Democratic districts, Senate and gubernatorial races.

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RECAP: 314 Action, Protect Our Care, Democratic Doctors’ Caucus Members, and Autism Advocates Slam RFK Jr.’s Public Health Failures

Erik Polyak, Executive Director, 314 Action: “This isn't hypothetical. We're already living with the consequences of RFK Jr.'s leadership. On his watch, we've seen the worst measles outbreak in 25 years. Children are getting sick from diseases we've effectively eliminated because he spent years undermining confidence in childhood vaccines and now leads HHS medical research has stalled. Clinical trials into cancer and Alzheimer's have been halted. Life saving work has stopped, and when he gets in front of Congress today, he's going to lie about all of it.”

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NEW ANALYSIS: Swing Voters Reject RFK Jr. as MAHA Support Weakens

As RFK Jr. takes his anti-science message across the country, voters overwhelmingly prefer candidates with backgrounds in science or medicine by a margin of nearly 6-to-1 over MAHA-aligned candidates. The new poll shows favorability for RFK Jr. and the MAHA agenda sharply declines among all likely voters, especially swing voters and Independents as they voters learn more about his dangerous “public health” record as Health and Human Services Secretary.

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NEW POLL: RFK Jr. Drags Down GOP Candidates as MAHA Support Collapses

“RFK Jr. is a political liability, especially in swing districts. Voters want better public health outcomes, but when they learn about the administration’s health care cuts and RFK Jr.’s actions as HHS Secretary—support for him and candidates aligned with the MAHA agenda collapses,” said 314 Action Executive Director Erik Polyak.“This is a losing argument for Republicans in the midterms, and a clear opportunity for Democrats to focus on science, affordability, and real health care solutions. When voters are given a clear choice, candidates with a background in science beat MAHA-aligned candidates by nearly six to one.”

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314 Action Spotlights the Momnibus Act Led by Rep. Lauren Underwood during Black Maternal Health Week

“It’s a complete failure of our health care system that Black women are still three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause,” said Shaughnessy Naughton, President of 314 Action. “This disparity shouldn’t exist. That’s why Representative Lauren Underwood, a registered nurse, public health expert and National Co-Chair of our Guardians of Public Health initiative, led the charge in co-founding the bipartisan Black Maternal Health Caucus seven years ago.”

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314 Action Celebrates Artemis II’s Successful Return to Earth

“Congratulations to the entire Artemis II crew and team—this mission illustrates what we accomplish when we invest in science, innovation, and our future,” said Shaughnessy Naughton, President of 314 Action. “This feat wouldn’t be possible without continued funding to our scientific programs and agencies. But, if Trump gets his way, he will leave a mutli-billion-dollar hole in research budgets, thousands of grants will remain frozen, progress will come to a screeching halt.”

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RFK WATCH: ‘No One Wants to Listen To RFK Jr.’ as HHS Launches New Podcast

“Americans don't trust influencers and podcasters to give medical advice, and no one wants to listen to RFK Jr.”

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314 Action Endorses Dr. Jasmine Clark for Georgia’s 13th Congressional District

“As Donald Trump and RFK Jr. ramp up their attacks on public health, Dr. Jasmine Clark is the only candidate in the race who can defend Georgians against their anti-science policies,” said Shaughnessy Naughton, President of 314 Action. “As a scientist, educator and state representative, Dr. Clark has stood on the frontlines against their war on science and exemplifies the importance of electing scientists to office. She’s proven she will stand up to Republicans, debunk dangerous misinformation, and deliver lasting results that protect health care and lower costs. We’re proud to endorse Dr. Clark and look forward to supporting her campaign.”

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314 Action Slams Health Care Cuts to Pay for War in Trump Budget Proposal

“As this administration scrambles to find more money for bombs, more than one-third of Americans are scaling back on everyday expenses, including skipping meals to keep up with rising health care costs. Across the country, families are getting squeezed at the gas pump, the grocery store and the doctor’s office. With health care costs on the rise, now Trump wants to make deeper cuts to federal health programs, including more cuts to the NIH.

Republicans cut funding in their communities. Now, these scientists are running!

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