# Deva Simmons for Congress
> NPA Candidate for U.S. Congress, Florida District 18

## About
Deva Simmons is running for U.S. Congress to represent Florida's 18th Congressional District. A native of Brooklyn, NY, Deva has lived in Polk County since 2002 and has dedicated over 20 years to education and community service. Her campaign focuses on rebuilding trust in leadership, restoring hope in communities, and reinforcing democracy.

## Key Platform Issues
- Affordable Healthcare: Fighting for accessible, quality healthcare for all families
- Quality Education: Ensuring every Florida student has access to high-quality education
- Economic Stability: Building an economy that works for working families
- Defending Democracy: Protecting voting rights and government transparency

## District Coverage
Florida Congressional District 18 has been redrawn for 2026 and includes:
- Most of central and north Polk County
- A small portion of Osceola County

## Contact Information
- Email: deva4congress@gmail.com
- Mailing Address: PO Box 91084, Lakeland, FL 33804
- Website: https://devasimmonsforcongress.com

## Social Media
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DevaSimmons18
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devasimmonsnpa
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@deva.simmons.npa

## Community Involvement
- Boys & Girls Club of Lakeland (Board Member)
- AGB Museum of Art (Sponsor)
- kidsPACK (Volunteer)
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® (Member)
- Polk County Schools (Volunteer & Educator)

## Campaign Slogan
"Rebuilding Trust. Restoring Hope. Reinforcing Democracy."
"A Heart for People and a Voice for Change."

## How to Support
- Donate: https://givebutter.com/cBaU50
- Volunteer: https://forms.gle/q83PJFjN6c2Mxc5x9
- Register to Vote: https://share.google/c0BorY1rOOUedg4CE