Pennsylvania Democrat Rob Strickler runs to upseat Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-R)
(Update: Rob Strickler has suspended his campaign approx. 3/5/2026) Rob Strickler's Campaign for Congress: Rob Strickler is a community-rooted, grassroots candidate running for Congress in Pennsylvania’s First Congressional District. His campaign is centered on one core belief: voters deserve a free and fair election and a real choice at the ballot. For more than fourteen years, PA-01 has been represented by the same political family. This campaign is about opening the process, restoring trust, and ensuring that democracy works for everyone, not just party insiders or political dynasties. Rob’s approach to leadership is grounded in empathy, integrity, and accountability. He believes governing should be accessible, transparent, and driven by the lived experiences of the people who call this district home. Whether through community conversations, volunteer-powered organizing, or innovative engagement like Democracy Dogs, this campaign prioritizes participation over politics as usual. This page is a space to share campaign updates, highlight grassroots efforts, elevate community voices, and provide voters with clear information about how to get involved. Free and Fair Elections. Take Back Our District. He is running to unseat Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick [R-PA1, 2019-2026] https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/brian_fitzpatrick/412721 Rob Strickler is joined by his campaign manager Letitia Crippen. She is a dynamic producer and creative strategist at Touch Management, LLC with over a decade of experience programming for television, streaming platforms, and corporate conferences. Letitia synthesizes information and infuses creativity into live productions, making every event magical. As a discussion moderator & director, she's engaged audiences with esteemed figures like Dr. Marc Lamont Hill, Tamika Mallory & Dr.Yusefl Salaam (Exonerated 5). Committed to developing the next generation of storytellers and media leaders, she leads digital ministry volunteers, teaches Community Access media courses, AI everyday usage, and mentors marketing and film students. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-talk-weekly-news--2576999/support . Subscribe to We Talk Weekly News' YouTube channel for full podcast video show episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@WeTalkWeeklyTV Follow We Talk Weekly News across all social media platforms for exclusive content, breaking updates, and behind-the-scenes access: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetalkweekly Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/WeTalkWeekly Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wetalkweekly