David Richardson
David Richardson was born in Arizona. Richardson earned a bachelor's degree and a graduate degree from Arizona State University in 2012 and 2013, respectively.
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Campaign priorities: “I couldn't read until my mom taught me at our kitchen table. Today I'm an engineer and business founder. I'm running for State House so your family gets the same shot I got.”
(Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026)) Campaign priorities: “My wife and I found out we were pregnant last summer, and I was burdened with the thought of the Arizona my son might inherit. Specifically, I’m concerned about our water supply, our school systems, our local economy, and our individual liberties. I was frustrated listening to politicians on both sides focus on short-term issues to score ideological points when we need to be addressing long-term issues that will become a disaster in 10 years if we continue down this same path. So instead of complaining, I decided to step out and get involved on the local level.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2022)) Education: “My top priorities include securing a sustainable water supply, preserving great options for education, supporting business and entrepreneurship, and protecting individual liberty. I'm also passionate about reforming our state foster care and adoption system, because Arizona kids deserve to grow up loved and cared for.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2022)) Armando Montero
Armando Montero earned a high school diploma from Desert Vista High School and a bachelor's degree from Arizona State University in 2023. His career experience includes working as an attorney, legislative analyst, and regional director for the Arizona Students' Association.
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Education: “My top issue is protecting public education here in Arizona. I know firsthand the value of strong public schools, which is why I ran for school board in 2020. As a state representative, I promise to: Support pathways to higher education and job skills to meet the needs of the changing workforce landscape in Arizona. Champion bold education reform to improve overall quality and outcomes of education in Arizona and fully fund our public schools.”
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