Estakio Beltran

Estakio Beltran is a Democratic candidate in Washington's 4th congressional district.
Early Life and Career
Beltran grew up as a foster child in the Yakima Valley. After going through several family placements and attending multiple schools, he finally found a stable home at age 17. Beltran went on to graduate from Davis High School and Gonzaga University. In 2003, he received Senator Patty Murray's Golden Tennis shoe award. The award is given for volunteerism and outstanding citizenship.
Upon graduating from Gonzaga in 2005, Beltran worked in Washington D.C. as an Assistant to Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA). In 2007, he served as the Senior Legislative and Child Welfare Policy Advisor as well as liaison to the Hispanic Caucus for Representative Dennis Cardoza (D-CA).
Beltran also received a Master's in Public Administration from Columbia University.
Congressional Campaign
On April 10, 2014, Beltran launched his candidacy for Congress in Washington's 4th congressional district. The seat will be open due to the announced retirement of Representative Doc Hastings (R-WA). Beltran is one of 12 people running for the seat.
Beltran has already been endorsed by multiple groups including the 4th Congressional District Democrats, the Yakima Democrats, and the Young Democrats of Washington.
Beltran believes in holding politicians accountable. He has expressed his intent on introducing a "No Work-No Pay Act," which would withhold salaries from lawmakers who shut down the government.

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