Evan Olson

Evan Olson (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Arizona's 5th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the general election scheduled on November 3, 2026.^[source]

Olson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Evan Olson was born in Rochester, Minnesota. Olson's career experience includes working as a director of business development. He earned an associate degree from St. Cloud Technical College in 2006 and a bachelor's degree from Grand Canyon University in 2022. Olson has been affiliated with Rank Choice Arizona, Open Primaries US, Term Limits for Congress, and American Promise.^[1]

Elections

2026

General election

The primary will occur on August 4, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.

General election for U.S. House Arizona District 5

The following candidates are running in the general election for U.S. House Arizona District 5 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Andy Biggs (R)
		Blake Bracht (D)
	Submit photo	Chris James (D)
		Evan Olson (D)
		Thomas Feely (R)
		Travis Grantham (R)
	Submit photo	Daniel Keenan (R)
		Alex Stovall (R)
		Richard Grayson (G)

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined.
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Arizona District 5

Brian Hualde and Elizabeth Lee are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Arizona District 5 on August 4, 2026.

		Candidate
		Brian Hualde
		Elizabeth Lee

	There are no incumbents in this race.
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2024

General election

General election for Arizona State Senate District 15

Incumbent Jake Hoffman defeated Alan Smith and Evan Olson in the general election for Arizona State Senate District 15 on November 5, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Jake Hoffman (R)	63.7	87,580
	Alan Smith (D)	31.9	43,769
	Evan Olson (Independent)	4.4	6,061

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 137,410
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Arizona State Senate District 15

Alan Smith advanced from the Democratic primary for Arizona State Senate District 15 on July 30, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Alan Smith	100.0	11,008

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 11,008
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Arizona State Senate District 15

Incumbent Jake Hoffman advanced from the Republican primary for Arizona State Senate District 15 on July 30, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jake Hoffman	100.0	30,095

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 30,095
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Campaign finance

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Endorsements

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Pledges

Olson signed the following pledges.

U.S. Term Limits

Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

Evan Olson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Olson's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a level-headed, natural leader, that is educated in governmental policy, who believes in the people, the citizens of the United States, not any one person or party. I believe that the majority of us know what is right, what is wrong, and what is needed to help our struggling nation. My mission is to be a true representative for the people, not a puppet for the wealthy and powerful to manipulate. I will introduce legislation to END the CORRUPTION of MONEY in our politics, fund our K-12 Education properly, ban private equity corporations from buying single family houses to help make housing more affordable, and fight to keep civil liberties such as, affordable healthcare, affordable housing, and personal civil rights no matter who you are.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Healthcare For ALL- End subsidies for Big Pharma & Insurance Companies. Negotiate lower prescription drug prices. Guarantee coverage for all Americans regardless of their financial situation.
Save The Housing Market - Make it illegal for Private Equity Firms & Corporations to buy single family homes. Initialize incentives for local builders to build affordable housing under $250k. End predatory rental fee increases and collaboration betweem landlords. Give 1st time home buyers up to $25k in down-payment assistance.
End the corruption of money in politics - Move to publicly funded elections with a government match. Implement 12yr term limits across the board for Federal office. End the revolving door for Congress & outlaw personal sto k trading while in office.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Affordable housing, Healthcare for all, Better wages to fight inflation, Robust union protection and representation,

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Bernie for his people first policy & Obama for his authentic personality, ability to speak and own a room, and calm demeanor under pressure.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honor, Integrity, Character, Honesty, Transparency, & The Will to Fight For The People over money, donors, and corporate influences.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To enact legislation that benefits your constituents, and constituents across the country with bold, progressive, populist policies like Paid Family Leave, Healthcare for all, and higher minimum wage to combat inflation.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I want to be the person who is known for Saving American Democracy by eliminating the corruption of money, corporations, and mega-donors in politics, and implementing term limits. These 2 items will Save our Democratic Republic.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Well. 9/11 was pretty big. Happened when I was 18. Changed the course of US policy and our civil liberties.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Burger King - 14. Started there for a year, then moved into the restaurant industry becoming a busboy, cook, server, and bartender.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Justice Is Coming by Cenk Uygur
How to Win Friends and Influnce People by Dale Carnegie

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Captain America

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Balancing my passion to fix our country and make it work for the people, while also working 50 hours per week, and running for office.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

Well, in a perfect world, without gerrymandering and money in politics, local representation for communities would work. But today's House is corrupted, gerrymandered, and not working for the people. This must change.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Actually NO! Life long politicians become corrupted almost immediately. We need everyday, average Americans to run for office. Teachers, Firefighters, Police, Plumbers, etc, etc. Because we know the struggles of everyday life in America, unlike the wealthy elite who get propped up into office to keep working for the donors, instead of the people.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Getting out of the corruption of money in our politics. It has poisoned our Democracy and turned it into us living under Corporate Rule with corrupt legislators and executive branch officials infringing on our civil rights and liberties, while lining their own pockets and giving Trillion dollar tax breaks to the ultra wealthy.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Probably not, unless we get money out of politics, because the minute they get elected, they start worrying about raising money for the next election, instead of legislating for the people of their district. In a perfect, uncorruoted world? Yes, 2 years would work.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Absolutely. I will introduce this legislation Day 1.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Bernie Sanders, Ro Khana, Greg Casar, AOC

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Of course. But first we have to eliminate sickofants, and corrupt legislators, so we can get back to civil discourse and start enacting legislation to benefit WE THE PEOPLE.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Hold the corrupt responsible, force the release of the Epstien Files so we can get rid of the garbage elitist that run everything, and don't want to be caught.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Local Unions, American Promise, Term Limits U.S.

What is an accomplishment that you are proud of?

Earning my 2nd degree in Government with an emphasis in State and Local Policy, and helping my wife build a successful pet care business.

What legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States?

Let true Democracy rule. Dont limit voting or voting rights, just because you want to win. Allow all states to enact mail-in voting, keep early voting, and extend in person days to the entire first week in November.

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2024

Evan Olson did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.

Campaign finance summary

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Evan Olson campaign contribution history
Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2026*	U.S. House Arizona District 5	Candidacy Declared general	$0	N/A**
2024*	Arizona State Senate District 15	Lost general	$0	$0
2024*	U.S. House Arizona District 5	Withdrew general	$0	N/A**
Grand total			$0	N/A**
Sources: OpenSecrets, Federal Elections Commission *This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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Arizona's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Ruben Gallego (D)

Mark Kelly (D)

Representatives

District 1

David Schweikert (R)

District 2

Eli Crane (R)

District 3

Yassamin Ansari (D)

District 4

Greg Stanton (D)

District 5

Andy Biggs (R)

District 6

Juan Ciscomani (R)

District 7

Vacant

District 8

Abraham Hamadeh (R)

District 9

Paul Gosar (R)

Republican Party (6)

Democratic Party (4)

Vacancies (1)

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Evan Olson

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Biography

Elections

2026

General election

General election for U.S. House Arizona District 5

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Arizona District 5

Endorsements

2024

General election

General election for Arizona State Senate District 15

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Arizona State Senate District 15

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Arizona State Senate District 15

Campaign finance

Endorsements

Pledges

Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

2024

Campaign finance summary

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