Deborah Howard

Deborah Howard is a Democratic candidate running for the Arizona House of Representatives, District 27, in the 2026 primary election. A public policy advocate, she earned her bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley and previously served as a Reagan appointee in the U.S. Department of Labor. Howard advocates for lifting Arizona's education funding, supporting student achievement, and protecting the rights of women, minorities, and vulnerable communities. Her platform emphasizes fair and equitable opportunities for all Arizonans, including quality public education, good-paying jobs, and affordable housing and healthcare. She has been endorsed by Arizona List.