Blake Townsend
Blake Townsend (Democratic) is a 2026 general election candidate for the Utah House of Representatives in District 36, covering Salt Lake County. Blake Townsend qualified with the Utah Lieutenant Governor's Elections Office to appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot for House District 36.
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“The biggest issue facing families in Utah is the rising cost of nearly everything. This is what I will consider with every vote I take: Will this policy help relieve the financial burden facing working families?”
(Campaign website) “I strongly support protecting and expanding the rights, protections, and pay for all working people across Utah. I will always support union workplaces, as they can provide better pay and greater stability for workers while giving employers a more reliable workforce that takes pride in their work. When everyone has a voice in the workplace, businesses and workers both succeed.”
(Campaign website)Jim Dunnigan
Jim Dunnigan (Republican) According to Utah Legislature roster records, Jim Dunnigan began legislative service in January 1, 2003, works in Insurance Agency Owner, studied at B.S., Business Management, University of Utah.
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“I chaired the bipartisan House investigation into former Attorney General John Swallow, and sponsored reforms strengthening campaign-finance disclosure.”
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