Kyrsten Sinema Quotes

United States, Politician
July 12, 1976

Kyrsten Lea Sinema (born July 12, 1976) is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative from Arizona's 9th congressional district, first elected in 2012.

My number 1 priority is common sense, because we don't see a lot of that in the state capitol.

Kyrsten Sinema
- Priority
I speak my mind. I'm not really afraid of things. I actually don't think that's that unusual.

Kyrsten Sinema
- Mind

My family was actually homeless for several years when I was a kid. It's a bit unusual for a member of Congress.

Kyrsten Sinema
- Family
- Homeless
When I first started campaigning, I was really excited. Two-thirds of the way through, I thought, 'Why am I doing this?' Then I got really excited when I realized I was going to win.

Kyrsten Sinema
- Why
On most holidays, you'll find me in Mexico. Actually, on most holidays you won't find me. I'm at a beach, and it's wonderful.

Kyrsten Sinema
- Beach
I'm just really proud of the Democratic caucus. I look around in our meetings, and I think we really look like America.

Kyrsten Sinema
- America
- Proud
I'm very concerned about the tone of politics in recent years. We've seen a decline in civility and bipartisanship, and a rapid increase in hostility between those who have differing opinions. I think this has led to the alienation of the public in governance, which jeopardizes democratic participation.

Kyrsten Sinema