Carol Obando-Derstine
@carolforpa.com
An engineer, advocate, educator, bilingual leader, Mom, and Democrat running for Congress in #PA07 to continue serving her community.
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Carol Obando-Derstine
@carolforpa.com
· May 31
I'm pissed that Ryan Mackenzie, Elon Musk, and Donald Trump are trying to take healthcare away from families in #PA07 to pay for tax cuts for billionaires. That's why I'm running for Congress – to put Lehigh Valley families first! Learn more at www.CarolForPA.com
Ryan Mackenzie only moved on healthcare subsidies today because his swing seat was on the line. This could all have been avoided if he didn't vote to cut the subsidies in the first place. Make it make sense.
December 18, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Ryan Mackenzie only moved on healthcare subsidies today because his swing seat was on the line. This could all have been avoided if he didn't vote to cut the subsidies in the first place. Make it make sense.
Ryan Mackenzie is pushing to eliminate every guardrail on data centers, not because it helps PA-07, but because it keeps him in Trump’s good graces. As an energy engineer, I know that’s a recipe for higher bills, grid strain, and zero accountability. #PA07
www.eenews.net/articles/dat...
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Data center boom creates political conundrum for the GOP
President Donald Trump is all in on the artificial intelligence build-out. Other Republicans are being more cautious.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Ryan Mackenzie is pushing to eliminate every guardrail on data centers, not because it helps PA-07, but because it keeps him in Trump’s good graces. As an energy engineer, I know that’s a recipe for higher bills, grid strain, and zero accountability. #PA07
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Regarding PPL’s 7% rate increase, today's your last day to register to speak to the PUC via telephone on 12/15.
Families in our district are already struggling to pay their bills with costs continuing to rise. Raising their rates is unacceptable. www.puc.pa.gov/press-releas...
Families in our district are already struggling to pay their bills with costs continuing to rise. Raising their rates is unacceptable. www.puc.pa.gov/press-releas...
Consumer Alert: PUC to Hold Additional Public Input Hearing on $356 Million Rate Change Proposed by PPL Electric
PA Public Utility Commission regulates the services you rely on: electric, natural gas, pipeline, motor carrier, rail, telecomm, water and wastewater.
www.puc.pa.gov
December 11, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Regarding PPL’s 7% rate increase, today's your last day to register to speak to the PUC via telephone on 12/15.
Families in our district are already struggling to pay their bills with costs continuing to rise. Raising their rates is unacceptable. www.puc.pa.gov/press-releas...
Families in our district are already struggling to pay their bills with costs continuing to rise. Raising their rates is unacceptable. www.puc.pa.gov/press-releas...
Rep. Mackenzie refuses to sign a discharge petition that only needs 4 R's to force a vote and prevent skyrocketing premiums. He complains about rising premium costs, but it's a crisis of his own making. Do the right thing, Ryan - protect your constituents. apnews.com/article/heal...
Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire
House Republicans in key battleground districts are working to contain the political fallout expected when thousands of their constituents face higher bills for health insurance coverage obtained thro...
apnews.com
December 8, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Rep. Mackenzie refuses to sign a discharge petition that only needs 4 R's to force a vote and prevent skyrocketing premiums. He complains about rising premium costs, but it's a crisis of his own making. Do the right thing, Ryan - protect your constituents. apnews.com/article/heal...
I’m proud to share that I’ve been endorsed by a powerful slate of elected Latinas at the national, state, and local levels - leaders who reflect the diversity and strength of our community! #PA07 www.mcall.com/2025/12/04/l...
Lehigh Valley candidate for Congress endorsed by slate of Latina Congress members
Carol Obando-Derstine, one of five Democratic candidates for Congress in the Lehigh Valley, received endorsements from a slate of Latina politicians Thursday.
www.mcall.com
December 4, 2025 at 3:09 PM
I’m proud to share that I’ve been endorsed by a powerful slate of elected Latinas at the national, state, and local levels - leaders who reflect the diversity and strength of our community! #PA07 www.mcall.com/2025/12/04/l...
Honored to be endorsed by Elect Democratic Women today!
Congresswoman Lois Frankel: “Carol knows what it means to fight for families facing rising costs… EDW is proud to support her campaign for PA-07.” Let's do this! #PA07
Congresswoman Lois Frankel: “Carol knows what it means to fight for families facing rising costs… EDW is proud to support her campaign for PA-07.” Let's do this! #PA07
December 3, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Honored to be endorsed by Elect Democratic Women today!
Congresswoman Lois Frankel: “Carol knows what it means to fight for families facing rising costs… EDW is proud to support her campaign for PA-07.” Let's do this! #PA07
Congresswoman Lois Frankel: “Carol knows what it means to fight for families facing rising costs… EDW is proud to support her campaign for PA-07.” Let's do this! #PA07
PA-07 deserves a Representative that will make life more affordable, not less. That's why I'm running.
So far in 2025, the average family has paid more than $700 in higher costs because of inflation since President Trump took office in January. In PA, it's even higher at $733. #PA07 www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cach...
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November 16, 2025 at 6:29 PM
PA-07 deserves a Representative that will make life more affordable, not less. That's why I'm running.
So far in 2025, the average family has paid more than $700 in higher costs because of inflation since President Trump took office in January. In PA, it's even higher at $733. #PA07 www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cach...
www.jec.senate.gov
November 16, 2025 at 6:28 PM
So far in 2025, the average family has paid more than $700 in higher costs because of inflation since President Trump took office in January. In PA, it's even higher at $733. #PA07 www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cach...
Guess who refused to vote to release the Epstein files this week? Ryan Mackenzie. There’s no excuse. These files contain evidence of crimes and potential involvement by people at the highest levels of power, including Trump. The American people deserve to know the truth. #PA07
November 14, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Guess who refused to vote to release the Epstein files this week? Ryan Mackenzie. There’s no excuse. These files contain evidence of crimes and potential involvement by people at the highest levels of power, including Trump. The American people deserve to know the truth. #PA07
Pennsylvanians, you face a choice. You can continue with Ryan Mackenzie, who votes for cuts that hurt families, or you can vote for me, someone who spent over a decade fighting for affordable and sustainable energy. Someone who keeps the promises they make. eldiariony.com/2025/11/11/p...
Pennsylvania Needs Leaders Who Invest in Clean Energy - El Diario NY
Carol Orbando Destine: "You can continue with leaders who vote for cuts that hurt families, or you can vote for me"
eldiariony.com
November 13, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Pennsylvanians, you face a choice. You can continue with Ryan Mackenzie, who votes for cuts that hurt families, or you can vote for me, someone who spent over a decade fighting for affordable and sustainable energy. Someone who keeps the promises they make. eldiariony.com/2025/11/11/p...
As a clean energy engineer, I know firsthand that programs like RGGI can lower energy bills, reduce pollution, and create good-paying jobs right here in the Lehigh Valley. Walking away from this initiative is a gift to oil and gas billionaires at the expense of working families.
I’m relieved to see Harrisburg finally pass a state budget, but I’m disappointed by the concessions made to Republicans, especially the decision to pull Pennsylvania out of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. #PA07
November 12, 2025 at 11:38 PM
As a clean energy engineer, I know firsthand that programs like RGGI can lower energy bills, reduce pollution, and create good-paying jobs right here in the Lehigh Valley. Walking away from this initiative is a gift to oil and gas billionaires at the expense of working families.
I’m relieved to see Harrisburg finally pass a state budget, but I’m disappointed by the concessions made to Republicans, especially the decision to pull Pennsylvania out of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. #PA07
November 12, 2025 at 10:33 PM
I’m relieved to see Harrisburg finally pass a state budget, but I’m disappointed by the concessions made to Republicans, especially the decision to pull Pennsylvania out of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. #PA07
Great to spend Veteran's Day alongside Battle Borne, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans and first responders through peer mentorship and mental health initiatives. Thank you for your service! #veteransday #PA07
November 12, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Great to spend Veteran's Day alongside Battle Borne, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans and first responders through peer mentorship and mental health initiatives. Thank you for your service! #veteransday #PA07
I'm still energized by the wins on Tues. in PA & throughout the country. One in particular in NJ was encouraging to see because it was a people-centered campaign. Thxs to @mikiesherrill.bsky.social & Dr. Dale Caldwell - who also happened to give a great sermon today - for their example. #PA07
November 10, 2025 at 1:11 AM
I'm still energized by the wins on Tues. in PA & throughout the country. One in particular in NJ was encouraging to see because it was a people-centered campaign. Thxs to @mikiesherrill.bsky.social & Dr. Dale Caldwell - who also happened to give a great sermon today - for their example. #PA07
I'm so encouraged by the retention of all three PA Supreme Court Justices and proud to see Democrats - especially candidates of color and strong, centrist women - leading the way across the country. Let's keep this momentum going! #PA07
November 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
I'm so encouraged by the retention of all three PA Supreme Court Justices and proud to see Democrats - especially candidates of color and strong, centrist women - leading the way across the country. Let's keep this momentum going! #PA07
Happy Halloween! 🎃 I've been enjoying the lead-up to the holiday by walking in the Coop Halloween Parade with my Southern Lehigh Dems and @lv4allorg.bsky.social friends. My fav memory of a Halloween parade is still volunteering as a judge for Bethlehem's 100th Halloween Parade in 2021. Stay safe!
October 31, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Happy Halloween! 🎃 I've been enjoying the lead-up to the holiday by walking in the Coop Halloween Parade with my Southern Lehigh Dems and @lv4allorg.bsky.social friends. My fav memory of a Halloween parade is still volunteering as a judge for Bethlehem's 100th Halloween Parade in 2021. Stay safe!
Reposted by Carol Obando-Derstine
On the latest #CharlaComunitaria, Aurea Ortiz is joined by Carol Obando-Derstine (@carolforpa.com), a candidate for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District seat, who previously worked with Senator Bob Casey as his Regional Manager and statewide Latino Affairs Advisor.
"It's All of Us or None of Us" with Carol Obando-Derstine | Charla Comunitaria
Aurea Ortiz talks with Carol Obando-Derstine about the passions that are driving her in her run for Congress, and the importance of representation in politics.
www.wdiy.org
October 27, 2025 at 11:40 PM
On the latest #CharlaComunitaria, Aurea Ortiz is joined by Carol Obando-Derstine (@carolforpa.com), a candidate for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District seat, who previously worked with Senator Bob Casey as his Regional Manager and statewide Latino Affairs Advisor.
Check out my interview with Aurea Ortiz on Charla Comunitaria under WDIY, Lehigh Valley Public Radio (NPR affiliate) - We chatted about my background, the Latino community in the Lehigh Valley, and the importance of representation! www.wdiy.org/show/charla-...
"It's All of Us or None of Us" with Carol Obando-Derstine | Charla Comunitaria
Aurea Ortiz talks with Carol Obando-Derstine about the passions that are driving her in her run for Congress, and the importance of representation in politics.
www.wdiy.org
October 27, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Check out my interview with Aurea Ortiz on Charla Comunitaria under WDIY, Lehigh Valley Public Radio (NPR affiliate) - We chatted about my background, the Latino community in the Lehigh Valley, and the importance of representation! www.wdiy.org/show/charla-...
High-quality child care is essential to giving children a good start in life and allowing parents to stay employed. These are essential safety net programs I'll ALWAYS stand up for and protect. #PA07
The Federal Shutdown Impact on Child Care Programs: Updated October 23
As of October 1, the federal government shut down after Congress failed to reach a funding agreement for FY26.
info.childcareaware.org
October 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
High-quality child care is essential to giving children a good start in life and allowing parents to stay employed. These are essential safety net programs I'll ALWAYS stand up for and protect. #PA07
This 11/4 it's especially important to retain the 3 PA Supreme Court justices. I'm here with 2 of the 3 back in 2015 at a NCDC picnic when I worked for Sen. Casey and first met them. Vote YES to the retention question for each - Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty, and David Wecht.
October 23, 2025 at 11:02 PM
This 11/4 it's especially important to retain the 3 PA Supreme Court justices. I'm here with 2 of the 3 back in 2015 at a NCDC picnic when I worked for Sen. Casey and first met them. Vote YES to the retention question for each - Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty, and David Wecht.
Glad to be featured in this article! I'm prepared to leverage my background in energy at this critical juncture. Now more than ever - it's time to elect candidates with the right expertise to Congress to lower costs for American families. #PA07 www.eenews.net/articles/5-c...
5 candidates to watch on energy and the environment
One works in the solar industry, another in offshore oil and gas. Two are former federal workers.
www.eenews.net
October 22, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Glad to be featured in this article! I'm prepared to leverage my background in energy at this critical juncture. Now more than ever - it's time to elect candidates with the right expertise to Congress to lower costs for American families. #PA07 www.eenews.net/articles/5-c...
I am proud to share that I have been endorsed by Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) in my campaign for PA-07! She’s been a fearless advocate for working families, women, and immigrants, and I share her belief that government should be a force for good in people’s lives. #PA07
October 8, 2025 at 9:20 PM
I am proud to share that I have been endorsed by Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) in my campaign for PA-07! She’s been a fearless advocate for working families, women, and immigrants, and I share her belief that government should be a force for good in people’s lives. #PA07
I'm grateful to be featured in the National Journal today alongside some amazing Latina candidates. I'm working hard to become the first Latina elected to Congress from PA! #PA07 www.nationaljournal.com/s/729825/la-...
La Congresista Latina
Latinas in Congress look to increase representation in midterms
www.nationaljournal.com
October 8, 2025 at 6:54 PM
I'm grateful to be featured in the National Journal today alongside some amazing Latina candidates. I'm working hard to become the first Latina elected to Congress from PA! #PA07 www.nationaljournal.com/s/729825/la-...
Busy celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on the campaign trail - keep an eye out for my interview with Paola Ramos from Telemundo soon! #PA07
October 7, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Busy celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on the campaign trail - keep an eye out for my interview with Paola Ramos from Telemundo soon! #PA07