FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (June 28, 2022 – Hagåtña, Guam) – Below is a statement from Speaker Therese M. Terlaje who filed her candidacy with the Guam Election Commission earlier this afternoon:

“After careful consideration and consultation with my family, I have decided to seek re-election to the 37th Guam Legislature. 

The people of Guam have been tested and challenged the past two (2) years.  COVID-19 has caused our people hardship which is expected to continue as we see the rising costs of fuel, food, homes, and healthcare, our basic necessities.  The past 2 years have also consumed government resources for which much was dedicated to COVID response, exposing our fragile healthcare system and putting our people at risk.

We must now focus not just on recovery, but prosperity for the people of Guam, to have a bigger vision of what that means as many of our residents ask themselves what Guam’s economic recovery means for the future of their children and grandchildren.

I feel there is more that I can do for the people of Guam and one day, when life takes me down a different path, I want to be reassured that the work I did as a senator fostered the shared dream of a better future for our families.

If re-elected I would like to spend my term with a more focused approach to resolving some legacy issues our island has faced, ensuring our land resources are protected for future generations, as well as continuing to push for economic recovery and better opportunities for the people of Guam.

I want to extend my sincerest gratitude for your support over the last five and a half (5 ½) years and while I serve until the end of this term as your Senator and Speaker. As I promised, I have fought tirelessly for truth and justice, and I will not compromise your best interest over special interest.

I humbly ask for your support and vote once more to serve you in the 37th Guam Legislature.  Si Yu’os Ma’åse’”

For more information, please email: tmterlaje@gmail.com.