Gwendolyn Molina

Mother and Freelancer in Downey, California

Gwendolyn Molina is a candidate for United States Representative, 42nd District in Congressional District 42, California — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Democratic Party.

Also running: Shonique Williams, Hector De La Torre, Robert Garcia, Larisa Vermeulen, Mitch Clemmons, Linda Sánchez, Brian Burley, Long Pham, Noah Von Blom.

Gwendolyn Molina, also known as "Gwen The Dem," is a mother of four with a degree in Graphic Design. She has a background working in customer service, running an Etsy shop, and freelancing. Molina emphasizes her lived experiences, including facing layoffs, homelessness, and relying on public assistance programs like SNAP and Medi-Cal, as core to her qualifications and understanding of the struggles of working-class families. She is running on a platform that she is not a typical politician and has direct experience with the issues many constituents face.

Website: http://www.gwenthedem.com