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Flight Attendant Kaela Berg Enters Congressional Race to Advocate for Working-Class

3/28/2026

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Kaela Berg, a flight attendant and Minnesota state representative, is running for Congress in a crowded Democratic primary.
She campaigns from a Delta flight to connect with blue-collar voters who have drifted from the Democratic Party.
Berg, 52, emphasizes the gap between wealthy lawmakers and the everyday lives of working-class Americans.
Her candidacy aims to bring a fresh perspective and advocate for those facing financial struggles.

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Story summary

Kaela Berg, a flight attendant and Minnesota state representative, is running for Congress in a crowded Democratic primary.
She campaigns from a Delta flight to connect with blue-collar voters who have drifted from the Democratic Party.
Berg, 52, emphasizes the gap between wealthy lawmakers and the everyday lives of working-class Americans.
Her candidacy aims to bring a fresh perspective and advocate for those facing financial struggles.