On November 5, 2024, we’ll be headed to the polls once again to decide who will represent our communities in our state and federal government offices. This year, as we do every four years, we will elect the President of the United States. However, the President isn’t the only thing we’re voting for this year – keep reading to learn more about what else is on the ballot this year, who’s running in each race, and links to each candidate’s issues and campaign finance reports.
UNITED STATES SENATOR
United States Senators represent the entire state of Pennsylvania in the higher chamber of our national Congress. The Senate is usually composed of representatives with more experience and often holds more influence to dictate law and policy than the House of Representatives; however, both chambers have the same ability to progress law. Senators also have the added duty of confirming heads of agencies and federal judges, including Supreme Court Justices.
Candidates in the race are:
- Senator Bob Casey (D) (Inc.)
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- Dave McCormick (R)
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Pennsylvania Attorney General
The Attorney General is the top law enforcement officer in the state. They investigate and prosecute crimes and represent the Commonwealth in cases brought against it. The Attorney General can only investigate environmental crimes with a referral from a county DA or agency with enforcement authority.
Candidates in the race are:
- Eugene DePasquale (D)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
Pennsylvania Auditor General
The auditor general’s job is to ensure that the state’s money is being spent “legally and properly,” which they do through audits.
Candidates in the race are:
- Representative Malcolm Kenyatta (D)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
- Auditor General Timothy DeFoor (R) (Inc.)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
Pennsylvania State Treasurer
The State Treasury acts as the bank for our commonwealth. The Treasurer oversees those activities, which include receiving, distributing, and investing state money.
Candidates in the race are:
- Erin McClelland (D)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
- State Treasurer Stacy Garrity (R) (Inc.)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
Representative in US Congress – 14th Congressional District
Representatives in the House Chamber are seen as the junior members of Congress and are focused on passing laws that improve our country.
Candidates in this race are:
- Representative Guy Reschenthaler (R) (Inc.)
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- Chris Dziados (D)
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- Adam Halfhill (I)
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Representative in the PA House of Representatives
Similar to the US House, representatives in the State House are also focused on passing laws and holding hearings on issues that impact our Commonwealth.
15th Legislative District
Candidates in this race are:
- Ashlee Caul (D)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
- Joshua Kail (R)(Inc.)
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39th Legislative District
Candidates in this race are:
- Angela Girol (D)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
- Andrew Kuzma (R) (Inc.)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
40th Legislative District
Candidates in this race are:
- Peter Kohnke (D)
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No campaign finance report is available
- Natalie Mihalek (R) (Inc.)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
46th Legislative District
Candidates in this race are:
- Alex Taylor (D)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
- Jason Ortitay (R) (Inc.)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
48th Legislative District
Candidates in this race are:
- Tim O’Neal (R) (Inc.) is running unopposed in the 48th District race.
Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
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50th Legislative District
Candidates in this race are:
- Rep. Bud Cook (R) (Incumbent)
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Campaign Finance Report – TransparencyUSA
- Drew Ross Manko (D)
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Remember to choose the candidate that best represents you and your beliefs, no matter which party they represent. If you aren’t happy with the choices on the ballot, you can write in the name of the person you think would be best suited for the job. Voting is critical to our democracy, so we must make sure we vote on November 5. Encourage a friend to vote, too!
