Political dynasties cannot represent the working class of West Virginians

When it comes to who represents and advocates for our needs in the federal government, the most important quality one should look at is someone that comes from a similar background that one currently lives.

By: Aaron Hamler

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: July 17, 2026

Words: 818

Last Updated: 2 days, 14 hours ago

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Regardless of your party affiliation, when it comes to who represents you and advocates for our needs in the federal government, the most important quality one should look at is someone that comes from a similar background that one currently lives.

Here in West Virginia, two family names have popped up every 2-4 years, for nearly my entire life. I’ve seen the family names Manchin and Capito long be positioned as our supposed “representatives” …

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