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John Delaney

Rep. John Delaney (D-Md.) was the first Democrat to officially announce a run for president in 2020, and he has at least one thing that separates him from the many other candidates: his views on national service, including military service.

Delaney, 55, explained exclusively to uPolitics the different ways he believes young people — especially high school graduates — can serve the country.

“I think what differentiates me from other Democrats in the field is how I’m solutions-oriented,” said Delaney. “So all the proposals I have — whether it be for climate change or to create a universal healthcare system or to build infrastructure — are all based on pathways that I really believe I can get done in my first year as president.”

Delany noted how he has long been widely considered to be one of the most bipartisan members of Congress.

Delaney first announced his 2020 presidential bid in November, shortly after the midterm elections.