Mindy Leach
Mindy Leach (Democratic) is a candidate for the Montana State Senate in District 12 (Cascade County) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Mindy Leach earned a high school diploma from Cheney High School. She earned a degree from the Pacific University College of Optometry in 1989. Her career experience includes working as an optometrist.
“In my personal life, I have been married to Dr. Morgan Leach for 36 years. We raised 2 fine young adults and I was very involved with their activities when they were still at home, as PTA president, soccer coach and referee and religious education teacher among other things.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “Protecting our public lands are vital to who we are as Montanans. I am not interested in selling these precious resources to the highest bidder, especially those that would close off access to the public. Good management of these areas will help us and future generations keep hunting, fishing, hiking, skiing and this is something we can all agree on. Taking care of our Veterans health and supporting our Veterans Administration just makes good sense to honor the service these people have given our country.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)George Nikolakakos
George Nikolakakos (Republican) is a candidate for the Montana State Senate in District 12 (Cascade County) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Official legislative biography notes: Born 1979 in Albrightsville, Pennsylvania; A.A. in Persian-Farsi, Defense Language Institute; B.A. in history, Excelsior College; U.S. Air Force active duty 2002-15; Montana Air National Guard 2015-22; retired Senior Master Sergeant; life member, Veterans of Foreign Wars; served in House since 2023; spouse’s name is Rep. Melissa Nikolakakos; four daughters, Story, Reagan, Melody, and Abigail.
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