Paul Carver
Paul Carver is a Republican candidate for Arizona House of Representatives District 2 in the November 3, 2026 general election.
· Arizona Secretary of State
Campaign site
Education: “As President of the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, I have spent my tenure championing transparency, parental rights, and fiscal accountability in public education.”
(AZ Clean Elections 2026 Voter Education Guide) Priorities & Governance: “Now, I am asking for your vote to bring that same principled, results-oriented leadership to the Arizona House of Representatives for Legislative District 2.”
(AZ Clean Elections 2026 Voter Education Guide) Education: “As a Marine Corps veteran, business analyst, and father, I understand the direct impact of state policy on our families, local businesses, and neighborhood schools.”
(AZ Clean Elections 2026 Voter Education Guide) Justin Wilmeth
Justin Wilmeth was born in Odessa, Texas, and lives in the Deer Valley area of Arizona. Wilmeth earned a B.S. in political science, cum laude, from Arizona State University in 2013 and an M.P.A. from Arizona State University in 2019.
· Official legislative page · Ballotpedia
Campaign site
Campaign priorities: “As your Representative, I will work to cut taxes, remove regulations, and pass legislation that is friendly to business and commerce. When we get the government out of the way, prosperity will follow, and our state will thrive.”
(Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026)) Infrastructure & transportation: “As your Representative, I will work to pass legislation to improve our transportation infrastructure that responds to the demands of our growing population.”
(Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026)) Crime & public safety: “As your Representative, I will fight to secure our border, end human trafficking, keep crime out of our neighborhoods, and get fatal drugs out of Arizona. It’s long past time for common-sense solutions that defend our sovereignty and ensure our security.”
(Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026)) Stephanie Simacek
Stephanie Simacek earned a bachelor's degree from Portland State University and a graduate degree from Grand Canyon University. Her career experience includes working as a teacher.
· Official legislative page · Ballotpedia
Campaign site
Education: “Hello, I'm Stephanie. As a mother, state representative, teacher, and active member of our vibrant Arizona community, I've experienced firsthand the challenges and triumphs our families face. From the classrooms of Deer Valley to the dinner tables at home, I understand the importance of quality education, sustainable living, affordable housing, and safeguarding our rights. Together, we can make Arizona not just a place to live, but a place to thrive. Let's shape the future, side by side.”
(Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026)) Campaign priorities: “I am a DVUSD parent, former teacher, and current substitute. • There are many topics that need to be addressed for our district including teacher pay, smaller class sizes, and the importance of qualified teacher retention, please know these are at the top of my list because they have a trickle down benefit for both students and staff. • In regards to special education, we have a shortage of teachers and staff in these areas but improvements that include smaller class sizes and liveable wages, will help these positions to get filled.”
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