Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 3rd district, shared her thoughts on various issues through a series of tweets on May 7, 2025. Her posts addressed international conflict, education contributions, and governmental efficiency.
In a tweet posted at 16:40 UTC, Perez expressed gratitude towards Mikhail for sharing experiences from Ukraine. She emphasized the importance of maintaining a firm stance against Putin’s invasion, which she described as unprovoked and significantly impacting Ukrainian families in Southwest Washington.
Later that day, at 18:11 UTC, Perez acknowledged Bill Draper’s impact on students during his tenure at Cascadia Technical Academy. She praised Draper for imparting practical skills and lessons that go beyond what traditional classrooms offer, thanking him for his dedication to students’ development.
At 21:00 UTC, Perez discussed the need for government efficiency by listening to agricultural producers about reducing bureaucratic obstacles. She highlighted her appeal to Agriculture Secretary Rollins to empower small producers to market their products locally rather than cutting civil service positions indiscriminately.
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez has served in Congress since replacing Jaime Herrera Beutler in 2023. Born in Harris County, Texas in 1988 and currently residing in Washougal, she holds a BA from Reed College earned in 2012.
