近80人齐聚Mesa支持Greg Stanton 连任 携手推动亚利桑那州发展 Nearly 80 Gather in Mesa for a Meet and Greet in Support of Greg Stanton
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10月17日下午3时至5时，一场支持美国国会议员 Greg Stanton 的社区见面交流活动在梅萨市 Tan Hua Inc. 举行。活动由亚裔社区友人主办，吸引近80名来自十多个国家及不同文化背景的人士参加，围绕水资源保障、经济发展、基础设施及选举参与等议题展开交流。
Tan Hua Inc. 企业东主 Fanny Tan 长期参与社区服务，通过推广中国茶及亚洲传统健康文化，促进不同背景居民之间的交流。Stanton 在活动中感谢 Fanny Tan 及 Tan Hua Inc. 对社区的贡献，并肯定其联系居民、促进文化交流的努力。
寻求连任第四国会选区众议员
Stanton 曾任凤凰城市长，现为亚利桑那州第四国会选区联邦众议员，并在今年11月3日的选举中寻求连任。该选区涵盖坦佩及凤凰城、梅萨、钱德勒的部分地区，包括钱德勒西部和中部的相关社区。由于同一城市可能划分至不同国会选区，居民应以登记住址查询所属选区；只有登记在第四国会选区的合资格选民，才能在该选区众议员选举中投票。
强调权力制衡与跨党派合作
谈及美国当前的政治环境，Stanton 强调民主制度及政府权力制衡的重要性。他表示，立法、行政与司法部门应相互制衡，国会也应切实履行监督职责。
Stanton 表示，虽然自己是民主党人，但重视跨党派合作，希望与不同政治立场的议员共同解决实际问题。他认为，面对公共事务，应通过专业沟通与务实合作寻求解决方案，避免过度陷入党派对立。
从供水到交通 推动地方项目拨款
除了阐述政策方向，Stanton 过去推动的地方项目，也为居民了解其议员工作提供了具体参考。
根据其国会办公室公布的2024财政年度拨款资料，他提出的社区项目资金申请中，包括梅萨、坦佩及钱德勒的水务与交通项目。相关项目及用途包括：
梅萨供水系统改善： 约96万美元用于输水主管改善，另有80万美元用于智能水表项目，计划支持购买及安装约12,000个智能水表，协助发现异常用水、减少水资源流失。
坦佩地下水回补： 189万美元用于 Kyrene 回补井，另有约96万美元用于配套管线，支持再生水储存及未来回收利用，提高抗旱能力。
钱德勒公共交通： 100万美元用于 Chandler Flex 按需公共交通服务，支持扩大服务范围及改善居民出行选择。
聚焦水资源与先进制造业
在当天讲话中，Stanton 特别提到亚利桑那州面临的水资源挑战。他强调，保护水资源、保障长期供水，需要两党共同努力，也需要联邦与地方政府持续合作。
经济方面，他谈及《芯片与科学法案》（CHIPS and Science Act）及支持先进制造业发展的必要性，并以台湾积体电路制造公司（TSMC，台积电）在亚利桑那州的投资为例，指出半导体产业发展有助于创造就业、吸引专业人才及带动当地经济。
他同时表示，随着大凤凰城地区人口持续增长，道路、桥梁、公共交通及学校等基础设施，也需要相应建设与完善。
公开竞选主张：供水保障、生活成本与就业培训
除当天发言外，根据 Stanton 竞选官方网站公布的政策内容，其后续工作方向包括以下几个方面：
在供水保障方面，他主张在2026年之后的科罗拉多河管理规则谈判中，争取各流域州公平承担节水责任，并继续推动水循环利用、地下水回补及地方水务设施的联邦投入。
在降低生活成本方面，他支持延长《平价医疗法案》（ACA）保费税收抵免、扩大处方药价格上限的适用范围，并通过增加低收入住房税收抵免、改造闲置物业等方式增加住房供应。这些属于其公开倡议，仍需经过相应立法及政策程序推动。
在就业与人才培养方面，他主张进一步支持半导体产业投资，同时加强社区学院职业教育、技能培训及学徒计划，让居民有机会进入先进制造业等领域。他也支持提高最低工资及扩大带薪病假。
鼓励积极参与 提前做好投票安排
随着中期选举临近，Stanton 鼓励已收到邮寄选票的选民尽早填写并寄回，也提醒大家与家人、朋友、邻居及同事分享投票资讯，鼓励年轻选民参与公共事务。
他表示，民主参与不仅限于总统大选，国会及地方选举同样关系到居民生活与社区未来。选民应提前了解投票方式、地点及截止日期，做好投票安排。
此次活动为不同文化背景的社区居民提供了与民选代表面对面沟通的机会。从供水保障、产业发展到公共交通和生活成本，讨论围绕与日常生活密切相关的议题展开，也为选民了解候选人的工作记录与政策方向提供了参考。
了解政见与参与方式
希望进一步了解 Stanton 政策主张及竞选活动的读者，可浏览其竞选官方网站。网站提供志愿者报名、竞选标牌申请及邮件资讯订阅等渠道。
竞选官方网站： https://gregstanton.com/
国会议员办公室及选民服务： https://stanton.house.gov/
2026年亚利桑那州选举日期提醒
10月23日： 申请邮寄选票的最后一天。
10月27日： 官方建议的邮寄选票寄回日期，宜尽早寄出，预留递送时间。
10月30日： 常规提前现场投票的最后一天，具体地点及开放时间以所在县公布的信息为准。
11月3日（星期二）： 选举日，现场投票时间为上午6时至晚上7时。
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Nearly 80 Gather in Mesa for a Meet and Greet in Support of Greg Stanton
Nearly 80 people from more than ten countries and a range of cultural backgrounds gathered at Tan Hua Inc. in Mesa on October 17, from 3 to 5 p.m., for a community meet and greet in support of U.S. Congressman Greg Stanton. Organized by friends in the Asian American community, the event focused on water security, economic development, infrastructure, and voting.
Fanny Tan, owner of Tan Hua Inc., has long been involved in serving the local community. Through Chinese tea and traditional Asian wellness practices, she creates opportunities for people from different backgrounds to connect. During the event, Stanton thanked Fanny Tan and Tan Hua Inc. for their contributions and recognized their efforts to bring people together.
Running for Reelection in Arizona’s 4th Congressional District
Stanton, a former Phoenix mayor, currently represents Arizona’s 4th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. He is running for reelection on November 3.
The district includes the Tempe area and parts of Phoenix, Mesa, and Chandler, including communities in western and central Chandler. Because a city can be divided among different congressional districts, residents should check their district using their voter registration address. Only eligible voters registered in the 4th Congressional District can vote in this congressional race.
The event gave residents a chance to learn about Stanton’s positions and ask questions about issues affecting their daily lives.
Supporting Checks and Balances and Working Across Party Lines
Speaking about the current political climate, Stanton stressed the importance of democracy and checks and balances. He said the legislative, executive, and judicial branches should keep one another in check, and Congress must carry out its oversight responsibilities.
Although he is a Democrat, Stanton said he values working with lawmakers from both parties to solve practical problems. He emphasized clear communication and cooperation rather than getting caught up in partisan disagreements.
Supporting Local Water and Transportation Projects
Stanton’s work on local funding offers residents a closer look at his record in Congress.
According to information released by his congressional office about fiscal year 2024 funding, his community project requests included water and transportation improvements in Mesa, Tempe, and Chandler:
Mesa water system improvements: About $960,000 for water main improvements and another $800,000 for a smart meter project. The planned purchase and installation of about 12,000 smart meters would help identify unusual water use and reduce water loss.
Tempe groundwater recharge: $1.89 million for the Kyrene recharge well and about $960,000 for related pipelines. These projects would help store recycled water for future use and improve the city’s ability to handle drought.
Chandler public transportation: $1 million for Chandler Flex, the city’s on-demand public transportation service, to support a larger service area and more travel options for residents.
Focusing on Water Security and Advanced Manufacturing
During his remarks, Stanton discussed Arizona’s water challenges. He said protecting water resources and maintaining a reliable long-term supply require cooperation between both parties, as well as continued work between federal and local governments.
On the economy, he discussed the CHIPS and Science Act and the importance of supporting advanced manufacturing. Pointing to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) investment in Arizona, he said the semiconductor industry can help create jobs, attract skilled workers, and support the local economy.
He also said that as the greater Phoenix area continues to grow, investment in roads, bridges, public transportation, and schools needs to keep up.
Campaign Priorities: Water, Living Costs, and Job Training
Beyond the topics discussed at the event, Stanton’s campaign website outlines several areas he hopes to focus on.
On water security, he supports having all Colorado River Basin states share conservation responsibilities fairly as they negotiate river management rules for the years after 2026. He also supports continued federal investment in water recycling, groundwater recharge, and local water infrastructure.
On lowering living costs, he supports extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits and making prescription drug price caps available to more people. He also supports increasing the supply of housing through measures such as expanding Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and converting unused properties into homes. These are policy proposals that would still need to go through the appropriate legislative and government processes.
On jobs and workforce training, he supports further investment in the semiconductor industry, along with stronger community college career programs, skills training, and apprenticeships. The goal is to give residents more opportunities to enter fields such as advanced manufacturing. He also supports raising the minimum wage and expanding paid sick leave.
Encouraging Voters to Make a Plan
With the midterm election approaching, Stanton encouraged voters who have received their mail ballots to complete and return them early. He also urged people to share voting information with family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers, and to encourage young voters to get involved.
He said participation in democracy goes beyond presidential elections. Congressional and local elections also affect daily life and the future of the community. He encouraged voters to check their voting options, locations, and deadlines ahead of time.
The gathering gave residents from different backgrounds an opportunity to speak directly with an elected representative. Discussions about water, jobs, transportation, and living costs also helped attendees learn more about Stanton’s record and policy goals.
Learn More and Get Involved
Readers who would like to learn more about Stanton’s positions and campaign activities can visit his campaign website. It also offers information on volunteering, requesting yard signs, and signing up for email updates.
Campaign website: https://gregstanton.com/
Policy positions: https://gregstanton.com/issues
Congressional office and constituent services: https://stanton.house.gov/
Important Dates for Arizona’s 2026 Election
October 23: Last day to request a ballot by mail.
October 27: Recommended date to mail your completed ballot back. Sending it earlier allows more time for delivery.
October 30: Last day of regular early in-person voting. Check your county’s information for locations and hours.
Tuesday, November 3: Election Day. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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