Full Name:
Heather A. Ryan
Gender:
Female
Family:
Husband: Carl McNew; 2 Children: Heaven, Ireland
Birth Date:
04/02/1972
Birth Place:
Des Moines, IA
Religion:
Christian
Attended, Chapman University
BA, Political Science, Drake University, 2000, Grade Point Average of 3.4
Candidate, United States House of Representatives, District 1, 2008
No caucus information on file.
Former Petty Officer, United States Navy
Executive Director, Paducah Film Society, 2007
Campaign Manager, Eric Streit for Congress, 2005-2006
Membership Manager, NARAL Pro-Choice America, 2000-2005
Troop Leader, Girl Scouts Troop 4077, 2001-2005
Current Car:
Ford Aerostar, PT Cruiser, 1966 Ford Mustang.
Date of Wedding Anniversary:
December 7, 2006
Father's Name:
Richard Ryan
Favorite Actor/Actress:
George Clooney
Favorite Book:
"Lies and the Lying Liars who tell them", Al Franken
Favorite Movie:
When Harry Met Sally
Favorite Musician:
John Lennon
Favorite President and Why:
Franklin Roosevelt. He returned hope to the nation when there was none.
Favorite Quote:
"A Dreamer Lives for Eternity"
Favorite Websites:
Political
First Car:
Chrysler Cordoba
First Job:
Cashier at a Grocery Store
Mother's Name:
Mary Ryan
Name one thing you would most like to do before you die:
Visit Ireland
Personal Hero and Why:
Eleanore Roosevelt. She accomplished so much in her own right, regardless of her position as First Lady.
Pets (include names):
Moeberg and Zap
Priority Issues:
Healthcare, Veteran's Issues, Energy Independence, Better Paying Careers in the district.
Reason for Seeking Public Office:
I felt compelled to run for public office as it is time for the average citizen to take back representation from the rich powers that be and return govt. to the people, for the people and by the people.
Spouse's Occupation:
Full time law student