Amanda Pusczek
D
Won the May 19, 2026 Democratic primary, 62.8% to 37.2%, over Shane Weaver.
Amanda Pusczek is a nurse and the Democratic nominee for Alabama's 4th Congressional District. She describes herself as a career nurse rather than a career politician, running to give a voice to families, patients, caregivers, and renters.[3]
Basic profile — the most important sourced facts we found.
Positions on the issues
- SupportsRaise taxes on high earners or corporations
Says raising taxes on earners over a million dollars and closing capital-gains loopholes is essential for a fair economy.[3]
- SupportsExpand public health coverage
As a nurse, says healthcare workers' firsthand experience should inform legislation to ensure affordable, quality care and protect those who provide it.[3]
In their words — priorities
- Says healthcare workers' voices are too often missing from the legislative process and that their perspective is needed to create policies that ensure affordable, quality care.[3]
- Supports raising taxes on earners making over a million dollars and closing capital-gains loopholes to fund public services.[3]
Background
- Born in Alabama; earned an associate degree from Calhoun Community College in 2014 and a bachelor's degree from Western Governors University in 2022. Has worked as a nurse, including as a traveling nurse in underserved communities.[3]
- Is affiliated with the American Nurses Association, 50501, the Madison County Democratic Party, Alabama Young Democrats, and Indivisible 5th District North Alabama.[3]
Campaign money
Raised $16K · spent $15K · $396 cash on hand (through 2026-06-30) FEC filing ↗