Arizona's 2nd congressional district facts for kids

Arizona's 2nd congressional district is an area in southeast Arizona that chooses one person to represent its people in the House of Representatives in Washington, D.C. It is one of nine such areas in Arizona and one of 435 across the entire United States. The person representing this district is a Democrat named Ann Kirkpatrick. The district includes the large city of Tucson.

What is a Congressional District?

A congressional district is like a special neighborhood or area within a state. Each district has a certain number of people living in it. These people get to vote for one person to represent them in the United States Congress. This person is called a Representative.

• The main job of a Representative is to speak for the people in their district.
• They help make laws for the whole country.
• They also work to solve problems that affect their local area.

The number of districts a state has depends on how many people live there. States with more people have more districts and more Representatives.

About Arizona's 2nd District

Arizona's 2nd congressional district is located in the southeastern part of the state. It covers a wide area and includes different types of communities.

• The biggest city in this district is Tucson.
• Tucson is a major city known for its desert landscape and rich history.
• The district also includes other towns and rural areas around Tucson.

This district was first created in 1949. Since then, its borders have changed a few times as the population of Arizona has grown.

Who Represents the District?

The people living in Arizona's 2nd district vote for their Representative every two years. This person works in the House of Representatives in Washington, D.C.

• The House of Representatives is one part of the United States Congress.
• Its members are often called "Congressmen" or "Congresswomen."
• They work on important issues like education, healthcare, and the economy.

The Representative for Arizona's 2nd district is Ann Kirkpatrick. She is a member of the Democratic Party. Her job is to make sure the voices of the people in her district are heard in the nation's capital.

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In Spanish: 2.º distrito congresional de Arizona para niños