Ami Bera, M.D., a U.S. Congressman representing California’s 6th district since 2013, used his social media platform on March 9 and 10, 2026, to address issues concerning teacher compensation and religious freedom.
On March 9, Bera posted about the status of teachers in Sacramento County and nationwide, stating: “Teachers in Sacramento County and across our nation are underpaid. They do one of the most important jobs in our society and they deserve compensation and benefits that reflect the value they bring to our students, families, and communities. At the same time, many of our https://t.co/yTKJw8Mlh9”.
Later that day, he shared another post without additional commentary: https://t.co/Febf8aCr9Q.
On March 10, Bera commented on an incident involving anti-Muslim sentiment: “This is vile and un-American. The First Amendment protects freedom of religion, and that includes our Muslim neighbors, friends, and fellow Americans. My Republican colleagues must condemn this pure and unbridled bigotry. https://t.co/z0p0HUrzn9”.
Ami Bera has represented California’s 6th District in Congress since replacing Dan Lungren in 2013. Born in Los Angeles in 1965, Bera currently resides in Elk Grove. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California, Irvine in 1987.
