Mara Gorman
Mara Gorman (listed on the official ballot as Mara Gorman) is a Democratic candidate for the Delaware State Senate in District 8 (New Castle County) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Mara Gorman was born in Portland, Maine . She earned a high school diploma from Morristown High School, a bachelor's degree from Middlebury College in 1992, and a graduate degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1997.
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“I look up to Shannon Watts, the founder of Moms Demand Action. She is an example of an ordinary citizen who turned her anger into productive action that has mobilized thousands of Americans to take action for gun safety.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (secondary source)) “I believe that the governor and the legislature should be in continual dialogue. They don't have to agree on everything, but there should be open channels of conversation and a willingness to compromise.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (secondary source))Shane Cavanaugh
Shane Cavanaugh (listed on the official ballot as Shane Cavanaugh) is a Republican candidate for the Delaware State Senate in District 8 (New Castle County) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Shane Cavanaugh earned a high school diploma from Newark High School and a bachelor's degree from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in 2012. His career experience includes working as a small business owner.
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“It's time to address the challenges facing our state with practical, accountable leadership that focuses on results—not excuses. As a lifelong native Delawarean, I understand our communities, our values, and the issues that matter most to families across our state.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (secondary source)) “As a lifelong native Delawarean, I understand our communities, our values, and the issues that matter most to families across our state. I am committed to bringing common-sense leadership to Dover, making responsible decisions, and working every day to build a stronger future for all Delawareans.”
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