Joe Schiarizzi, a longtime Ethereum developer, is running for Congress in Virginia as a Democratic House candidate in D.C.’s Virginia suburbs. He plans to run in the 7th congressional district, which could be redrawn later this month and left without an incumbent. Scharizzi argues that the use of crypto for political purposes should return to its roots as a tool to stand up to corporate interests and enhance the rights of working people. He also criticizes current pro-crypto lawmakers in Congress for their lack of support for the industry. If elected, Scharizi would advocate for policies that benefit smaller projects and everyday users, including simpler tax requirements and legal exemptions for common crypto tools.