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My Story:
From Our Community to Congress
My name is Liam Hernandez, and I’m running for Congress in California’s 26th Congressional District because I believe working people deserve real representation — not party loyalty, political silence, or politics as usual.
I’m not a career politician. I’m the son and grandson of immigrants, and I help run my family’s small business. I’ve relied on SNAP and SSI to survive, and I live with autism and bipolar disorder. Those experiences aren’t footnotes in my life — they’re what shaped my values and my understanding of how government decisions affect real people.
I have deep roots in this district. I attended Camarillo High School and Oxnard College, and I’ve spent my life living, learning, and working alongside the people of Ventura County. This district isn’t a stepping stone for me — it’s home.
I’ve also spent much of my life riding Amtrak and local Metro transit throughout the district. Trains and buses were my connection to school, work, medical care, and family. That’s where my passion for infrastructure and public transportation comes from. To me, transit isn’t abstract policy — it’s access, independence, and opportunity.
Outside of work and politics, I’m a lifelong Southern California sports fan. I grew up rooting for the Lakers, Dodgers, and Rams, sharing games with family and friends — small moments that bring our communities together.
I’m running for Congress to be an independent voice — someone who shows up everywhere, listens closely, and fights for working families. I’m not running to climb a ladder. I’m running to do the job and bring real change to a district I’ve always called home.
“A Campaign Built From Lived Experience,
For Every Family in CA-26”
I’m Liam Hernandez, and I’m running for Congress in CA-26. I come to this race with lived experience—not wealth or political connections, but the struggles of an immigrant family fighting to stay afloat. My family means everything to me. They’re the reason I work hard, the reason I push through challenges, and the reason I believe so deeply in building a future where every family can feel secure and supported.I help run my family’s small business, I’ve relied on SNAP and SSI, and I live with autism and bipolar disorder. These experiences have shaped me and strengthened my commitment to equity, inclusion, and justice.What pushed me to run was the recent military-style immigration raids in our district. These tactics don’t make us safer—they terrorize families and break community trust. We need leaders who will call out this cruelty and take bold action to stop it.I’ve also spent my life riding Amtrak and Metro trains. Public transit has been my connection to work, school, and the people I love. Those experiences built my passion for infrastructure and my belief that strong, modern, accessible transit systems are essential for opportunity and mobility.Your authenticity and willingness to speak truth to power have inspired me. I would be honored to earn your endorsement and work with you to build a future where everyone—regardless of background, income, or ability—has the chance to thrive.
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