VA-01 Democratic nominee?
Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current rolePolitical communications professional
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderMale
LocationVirginia
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BackgroundPolitical communications professional
EducationJohns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs (2021–2023)
Notable personal detailsTimothy Stephen Cywinski is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Virginia's 1st Congressional District (2026 cycle). He has worked in political communications and environmental advocacy, including as communications director for the Sierra Club's Virginia chapter. He is running on a platform he brands as a "Fair Shot Agenda" through his campaign, Tim Cywinski for Congress.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports taxing corporate and billionaire wealth more and closing corporate tax loopholes while investing in education, small businesses, and underserved communities. Prioritizes reducing the tax burden on workers and shifting it toward corporate greed and high-net-worth actors. Advocates using tax changes to fund expanded public investments.
Healthcare
Supports guaranteeing coverage and lowering costs while putting patients ahead of profits; proposes banning surprise billing, reducing out-of-pocket costs, allowing the U.S. to negotiate drug prices, expanding mental-health and preventive services, and increasing support for rural hospitals.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports enshrining the right to choose and ensuring access to contraception and reproductive care without government interference. Advocates that decisions about pregnancy and healthcare should be made between patients and their doctors, not politicians.
Climate & Energy
Supports prioritizing energy efficiency and clean energy, imposing limits on polluting infrastructure (including diesel generators and water use at data centers), and protecting communities from harmful polluting projects. Has worked in communications for the Virginia Sierra Club and emphasizes community-first approaches to development and environmental protection.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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