Facing Younger Primary Challenger, Waters Says No One Is Too Old To Serve

Waters is facing off against 53-year-old Myla Rahman, a nonprofit executive who’s worked in politics.

“She’s a force… Since I was 6 years old, she’s been in office, but as I do my work in the community, walk through the districts, talk to people, people want new leadership,” Rahman said.

The average age in the district is 36 years old

“The average age in the district is 36 years old. That’s a big difference… When you talk about relatability, when you talk about going to the store, the price of affordability – I’m a renter,” Rahman said.

“Being able to afford housing. Raising my children in the district and school there, talking to their friends. And elections are about the future. They’re not really about the past,” Rahman added.

Waters says her experience and the energy she brings to the job every day are why she’s running for re-election.