Matthew Handy
Hopkinsville , KY
26 years old
Reference ID #03ea2fd1ace35e4e
RunForOffice
Submitted on April 06, 2022, 03:57PM
Submission Details
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First Name
Matthew |
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Last Name
Handy |
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What are your preferred pronouns?
He/Him/His |
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Phone
2708396955 |
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Email
matthewlhandy98@gmail.com |
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City
Hopkinsville |
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State
Kentucky |
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Date of birth
1998-05-03 (26 years old) |
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Which office are you seeking? Please include the office's full title, including district number, and the state where you are running.
Hopkinsville City Council |
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Why are you running for this office?
I am running for office because it is time for a change. The incumbent has been in office for 30 years (longer than I’ve been alive) and during his tenure the city’s population has steadily declined, but our budget has nearly doubled. Homelessness has overtaken our city and the crime, especially in ward 12 (our jurisdiction) has hit a record high. None of these issues have been addressed. And the people of Ward 12 deserve an advocate and someone that will do more than occupy a seat on the council. |
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What issues are most important to you?
Issues include: Crime
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What makes you a unique candidate for this office?
I am the youngest candidate ever to run for Hopkinsville City Council. |
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Please list all important dates for your candidacy (caucuses, primary, general, filing window - anything that's pertinent)
May 6- Christian County Republican Party Fundraiser
Other dates to follow |
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Is your election partisan? Please describe.
Yes, this is a partisan race. |
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If you have an affiliation with a party, please describe.
Republican |
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Describe your biggest challenges at this point.
The biggest challenges facing this campaign is the name recognition and funds. |
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Campaign website
No response |
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TikTok link
No response |
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Instagram link
No response |
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Facebook link
https://www.facebook.com/thematthewhandy |
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Twitter link
No response |
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LinkedIn link
No response |
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What is your occupation (if applicable)?
Permanent Substitute Teacher |
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Why do you think you'll win?
I believe I will win because this city is longing for change. 30 years of complicity is far too many. |
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Who is your campaign manager? (if applicable) Please list their name, phone, and email
No response |
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Please describe your campaign staff and/or core supporters - who else is on the team? How are you connected to them? What is their role?
My support team is comprised of close friends and family. They are assisting me with door knocking and canvassing. |
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Describe any other close friends in your world who may not be involved in the campaign.
No response |
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What organizations, if any, are assisting you with your campaign?
No response |
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If you have a clear opponent(s), please list their names and parties (if applicable). Please include likely candidates, even if they haven't yet declared.
Phillip Brooks (Democrat incumbent of 30 years) |
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Please upload your standard political photograph.
Click to enlarge 54E94B6A-186F-47A0-9D0D-42DE2948E3D2.jpeg |
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Please upload a picture of your campaign manager (if applicable).
No photo uploaded |
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Please upload a picture of a close friend or family member who is helping your campaign.
No photo uploaded |
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Please upload a picture of any close friend or family member. (They don't have to be involved with the campaign)
No photo uploaded |
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Eligibility Requirements and Release
Agreed on 04-06-2022 |
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If you agree with the release above, please sign below.
Signed on 04-06-2022 |
