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TRACIE BURKE

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TRACIE BURKE
Candidate for U.S. Senate
DEM CHALLENGER
Biography
Tracie Burke is a Democratic candidate from Gretna, Louisiana, who has worked as a hair stylist for over 20 years and founded the Louisiana Civic Coalition. She operates a journalism blog and works as a political consultant, advising campaigns on strategy and public relations. Burke previously ran for the Louisiana U.S. Senate seat in 2026 but withdrew, announcing a strategic pause for a potential 2028 run.
Top Priorities
  • Protecting citizens with disabilities, including SNAP benefits under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Medicaid Act.
  • Promoting judicial integrity, free speech, Social Security, and healthcare.
  • Strengthening whistleblower protections and safeguarding taxpayer money from misuse.
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