Joe Jividen
Joseph Jividen works at Wheeling Country Day School. He attended West Liberty University. He is a Democrat running to represent District 4 in the West Virginia House of Delegates. He says his priorities are to focus on the costs that affect people everyday: bills, childcare, healthcare and taxes.
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“For more than a decade, I've worked at a elementary and middle school, first in the classroom and now in a leadership role focused on building partnerships between our school and the community. That work has given me the opportunity to collaborate with local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations and has reinforced my belief that our area is strongest when people work together toward common goals. Outside of work, I serve on the board of Holy Family Childcare Center, where I help support an organization that provides an essential service to working families in our community.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey) “West Virginians are working hard, but the cost of everyday life continues to put pressure on families. I want to keep the focus on the kitchen-table issues that affect people every day: utility bills, housing, childcare, healthcare, taxes, and the cost of raising a family. State government should be looking for practical ways to make West Virginia a more affordable place to live, work, raise a family, and retire.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)Derek Ennis
Derek Joseph Ennis is a Republican running for the West Virginia House of Delegates for District 4. He graduated from West Liberty University and Marshall University. He says he wants to fix problems in the state’s social services system and focus on protecting families, hold government accountable and have more transparency.
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“Protecting our families, respecting hard work, and driving economic growth. Derek Ennis is committed to government accountability and ensuring your voice is heard in the halls of power.”
(Derek Ennis Campaign Website) “Our economy and infrastructure is built on the sweat and dedication of the workforce. I will fight for policies that protect wages and reward the grit of every laborer in our community.”
(Derek Ennis Campaign Website) “A robust economy is the foundation of our collective success. Derek will foster a climate where small businesses flourish, families can plan for the future with absolute certainty, and the dignity of hard work is respected through disciplined fiscal responsibility and strategic local investment.”
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