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In a series of tweets, Representative Sharice Davids, who has served in the U.S. Congress representing Kansas’s 3rd District since 2019, shared her recent advocacy efforts and community engagements. As part of her duties, Davids, originally from Frankfurt, Germany, now residing in Roeland Park, is actively involved in addressing critical issues and connecting with her constituents.

On April 16, 2025, Rep. Davids expressed concerns regarding the staffing challenges faced by air traffic controllers, highlighting the urgency of modernizing aviation systems. She stated, "Air traffic controllers keep our skies safe every day — but they’re understaffed and stretched too thin. We can't wait to modernize our aviation systems and fully staff control centers. @PASSNational and I are pushing for the resources needed to protect travelers in Kansas and".

Later the same day, Rep. Davids shared her experience at MidAmerica Nazarene University, where she engaged with local educational leaders. Her tweet reflected her appreciation for their commitment to education: "Loved spending the afternoon at @followmnu — surrounded by some of our community’s education leaders. Their passion for learning and drive to make a difference in our schools is inspiring.".

The following day, April 17, 2025, Davids announced an upcoming virtual event in collaboration with Rep. Emanuel Cleaver. Twitting about the KCUR community Q&A scheduled for April 21, she invited the public to participate online, saying, "Join me & @RepCleaver for a @KCUR community Q&A this Monday, April 21! In-person capacity is full, but you can still tune in online & submit your questions here: https://t.co/tN91IiXbzu Details in the flyer!"

Representative Sharice Davids has been a prominent figure in Kansas politics since 2019, succeeding Kevin Yoder. With a background that includes a BA from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and a JD from Cornell University, Davids continues to focus on issues ranging from aviation safety to community educational initiatives.