Almaria Baker
Almaria Baker ( Democratic Party ) (also known as Ria) is running for election to the Kentucky House of Representatives to represent District 28 . The Democratic primary for this office on May 19, 2026 , was canceled.
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“My parents are no longer living, but they are who I look up to. Knowing the things children are subjected to now-a-days, I really appreciate my upbringing. Both parents were educators and had 12 children.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection) “I was 15 when the Space Challenger fatality happened. I remember we didn't have school that day. Every one was watching it on tv. I'll never forget it.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection) “I obtained my first job at the age of 16. I worked at Dairy Queen in Cadiz, Kentucky through JTPA - Job Training Partnership Program at Trigg County High School. I had the job for about a month because I (and another student) was fired.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)Jared Bauman
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“Amanda is also a life-long resident of Southwest Louisville. She grew up in the Cloverleaf neighborhood and attended Holy Cross High School before completing her degree at the University of Louisville. Amanda serves our community as a teacher in our local public and catholic school systems. She also teaches Religious Education on Sundays at Saint Lawrence.”
(Campaign website) “Public Safety I have led the fight to restore order in our community during my first four years. I sponsored and passed HB5, also known as the Safer KY Act, in 2024. This critical policy demonstrates strong support for honest Kentuckians and our First Responders throughout the state. HB5 will ensure criminals are held accountable for their actions. I believe public safety, security, and protection is a fundamental function of government.”
(Campaign website) “I have led the fight to restore order in our community during my first four years. I sponsored and passed HB5, also known as the Safer KY Act, in 2024. This critical policy demonstrates strong support for honest Kentuckians and our First Responders throughout the state. HB5 will ensure criminals are held accountable for their actions. I believe public safety, security, and protection is a fundamental function of government.”
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