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Almaria Baker
Democratic Party
Elections and appointments
Last election
November 5, 2024
Education
Bachelor's
University of Louisville, 2001
Other
University of Louisville, 2003
Other
University of the Cumberlands, 2013
Personal
Birthplace
Cadiz, KY
Religion
Baptist
Profession
Educator
Contact
Campaign website
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Almaria Baker (Democratic Party) (also known as Ria) ran for election to the Kentucky House of Representatives to represent District 28. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Baker completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Almaria Baker was born in Cadiz, Kentucky. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Louisville in 2001. She also graduated from the University of Louisville in 2003 and the University of the Cumberlands in 2013. Her career experience includes working as a teacher, business owner, adjunct professor, and early childhood interventionist. Baker has been affiliated with the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, NAACP, and JCTA.[1][2]

Elections

2024

See also: Kentucky House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28

Incumbent Jared Bauman defeated Almaria Baker in the general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Jared Bauman
Jared Bauman (R)
 
58.6
 
11,536
Image of Almaria Baker
Almaria Baker (D) Candidate Connection
 
41.4
 
8,134

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 19,670
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Almaria Baker advanced from the Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28.

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Jared Bauman advanced from the Republican primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28.

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Baker in this election.

2022

See also: Kentucky House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28

Jared Bauman defeated incumbent Charles Miller in the general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Jared Bauman
Jared Bauman (R)
 
56.4
 
8,209
Image of Charles Miller
Charles Miller (D)
 
43.6
 
6,334

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 14,543
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28

Incumbent Charles Miller defeated Almaria Baker in the Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28 on May 17, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Charles Miller
Charles Miller
 
65.6
 
2,221
Image of Almaria Baker
Almaria Baker Candidate Connection
 
34.4
 
1,167

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 3,388
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Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Jared Bauman advanced from the Republican primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

2018

General election

General election for Louisville Metro Council District 15

Kevin Triplett defeated Richard O. Brown in the general election for Louisville Metro Council District 15 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Kevin Triplett
Kevin Triplett (D)
 
74.4
 
5,253
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Richard O. Brown (R)
 
25.6
 
1,808

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 7,061
(100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Louisville Metro Council District 15

Kevin Triplett defeated Kumar Rashad, Almaria Baker, and Marcella Eubank in the Democratic primary for Louisville Metro Council District 15 on May 22, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Kevin Triplett
Kevin Triplett
 
33.2
 
756
Image of Kumar Rashad
Kumar Rashad
 
26.0
 
593
Image of Almaria Baker
Almaria Baker
 
20.6
 
469
Image of Marcella Eubank
Marcella Eubank
 
20.2
 
459

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 2,277
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Louisville Metro Council District 15

Richard O. Brown defeated Honey Paine in the Republican primary for Louisville Metro Council District 15 on May 22, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
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Richard O. Brown
 
68.0
 
272
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Honey Paine
 
32.0
 
128

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 400
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Almaria Baker completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Baker's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Almaria Baker was born in Cadiz, Kentucky. She holds a Master's degree, Specialist degree, and Doctorate degree from the University of Louisville and the University of the Cumberlands. Her career experience includes working as a teacher (JCPS), small business owner (Early Learning Foundation), Adjunct Professor (Campbellsville University), and other early childhood positions.

Dr. Baker's community involvement include: Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. - Member National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) - Former Executive Board Member Jefferson County Teacher Association (JCTA) - Member Iroquois High School (IHS) - Racial Equity Envoy

Louisville Democratic Party (LDP) - Executive Board.
  • As a member of the teacher's union (JCTA), education is extremely important to me. Included in education, I feel strongly about child labor laws. Children should only work a minimum amount of hours, so they are able to attend school. As a public school teacher, I am against charter schools. I feel as though it will take away valuable resources needed for students of color.
  • Environment/Climate - Chemical companies should be regulated.
  • Reproductive Health - I think it is important for a woman to be able to decide for herself, what should happen with HER body. I am pro-choice.
Environment/Climate, Reproductive Health, and Safety
Integrity, Fairness, Ethical, Trustworthy/Honesty, Approachable, Resourceful, Energetic, Fearless, Creative, etc.
Honesty, personable, Visible, Prompt, etc.
Always keep the constituents in mind when making decisions...think about those stories told in the district as you knocked doors while campaigning. This office should be the voice of those in the district.
Dairy Queen - a few weeks
Taxes, Healthcare, Medical Marijuana, and Education
Yes...it is always beneficial to build positive relationships with people you encounter. Building positive relationships with other legislators can only enhance your work in the House of Representatives.
Joni Jenkins, Beverly Chester Burton, and Katurah Herron
No
KY AFL-CIO

Better Schools Kentucky
Greater Louisville Central Labor Council
Iron Workers Local 70
General Drivers Warehouse Men & Helpers Local Union 89

Moms Demand Action
Education and the Workforce

Social, Humanitarian & Cultural
Administrative & Budgetary
Ethics

Small Business

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2022

Candidate Connection

Almaria Baker completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Baker's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I have been a teacher with JCPS for almost 20 years. Currently, I teach at DuValle Education Center (DEC). There, I take on the following rolls: Professional Learning Community Lead - analyzes data and plan common lessons; Racial Equity Committee Lead - incorporates and assess racial equity across the three pillars and six systems of JCPS as it relates to DEC; and the Leadership Team - meets with administration and serves as the voice for the teachers in the building.

I serve as a Professional Building Representative with Jefferson County Teachers Association - serving as the voice for the teachers in the building.

In addition to working for JCPS, I am the owner of Early Learning Foundation, Inc. “ELF” is a non-profit organization that provides early childhood training opportunities to childcare directors and staff, early intervention services to children ages 0-3, parent training/coaching, and childcare.

I have taught early childhood courses at Campbellsville University, Ashford University and Central State University.

My community involvement include: Member of the Louisville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. Member of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) Former Volunteer with Louisville Central Community Centers (LCCC) Former Volunteer with the Center for Women and Families

  • A Voice for You! I want to be the voice for those who have been silenced...those who may not feel comfortable expressing themselves. I believe in putting the concerns of the community first.
  • It’s Time for a Change! District 28 needs new/fresh ideas. I want to bring a new perspective to the issues that any community member may have.
  • New Leadership for a Better District 28/Community! I have the ability to connect with those in the community. I am a people-person and also have the ability to inspire others.
I am personally passionate about:

Education

Environment

Healthcare

Justice Reform
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. They instilled in us the importance of an education. I look up to them because they faced adversity (low-no income, prejudice community/town, etc.) but they never gave up...always made sure we had what we needed.

Another example I would like to follow would be Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The way he carried himself...always thinking of others, quick to forgive, etc., we definitely need these qualities today. When I think of his influence on the world, I am overwhelmed. He was just a great man.
Honesty

Compassion
Empathy

Great Communication skills
time-management

honesty
problem-solver
communication skills
people-person

work well with others
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.
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. We thought that because we were on Christmas break, we didn't have to work, so we failed to show up at the job. When we returned to school, our JTPA teacher informed us that we had been let go (fired). Within a week, my teacher found me another job...a day care center. This is where my love for children was developed. I have worked with children ever since.
Another one bites the dust
The ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature first be respect among all involved.

The governor and legislature should be able to work together for the overall good of its constituents.

In advance, the governor is able to call special legislative sessions. The governor and legislature work together to approve budgets, enact legislation, confirm executive/judicial appointment, and more. Overall, the governor and the legislation should have a relationship of respect, teamwork, etc., always keeping the people's concerns in mind.
Education

Healthcare
Infrastructure

Crime/violence
Advantages - offers more responsibility to legislators. More accountability to their constituents.

Laws are easily passed, more economical

Disadvantages - Workload is greater. Susceptible to party influence. Could be dictatorial. No representation for unique interests.
Yes, I think it would be beneficial to have some previous experience. However, I also think that if you have experience within your community, that helps in the process as well.
Yes, it is beneficial to build relationships with other legislators. Not only is it important to build relationships because it is a part of life, but by building relationships, you are able to get ideas and gain knowledge of things happening in other districts. Being able to support and communicate with other legislators would be beneficial to all.
A state can be classified by three methods for redistricting:

Legislature-dominant - "The legislature has the ultimate authority to draft and enact district maps. "
Commission - "An extra legislative commission has the authority to draft and enact district maps."
Hybrid - "Legislature shares redistricting authority with a commission."

Kentucky is a legislature-dominate state.
Yes, I would like to be a part of the following three committees:

Education
Economic Development and Workforce Investment

Health and Family Services Committee
n/a
n/a
no
When talking to some of the residents in District 28, a few were concerned with education. However, it wasn't what I was expecting to hear. When "education" is mentioned, you automatically think of funding, charter schools, etc. These residents talked about violence in the schools. They talked about bullying in schools...and they do not feel as though their child is safe at the place where they should be SAFE, which is the school. As an educator myself, I told the residents that I understood their concerns, and empathized with them.
Yes. Currently, Kentucky "establishes oversight powers for a legislative committee to exercise over emergency administrative regulations." Governors are able to respond to emergencies quickly. The legislation plays the role of making sure that the powers are not abused in a time of crisis. An example would be the Covid-19 pandemic. Another example would be natural disasters (tornadoes, fire, etc.)
Yes, it is very necessary when making policies. People may not always be able to get what they want, but when you compromise, you can somehow get some of what you want. So again, yes, I think compromise is good.

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Almaria Baker campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* Kentucky House of Representatives District 28Lost general$85,358 $0
2022Kentucky House of Representatives District 28Lost primary$9,960 $0
Grand total$95,318 $0
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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    1. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 21, 2022
    2. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on May 26, 2024


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