April Estep

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April Estep
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Democratic Party

Elections and appointments
Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

Sherman High School

Bachelor's

Glenville State College, 1997

Personal
Birthplace
Charleston, W.Va.
Profession
Educator
Contact

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April Estep (Democratic Party) ran for election to the West Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 32. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

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

Biography

April Estep was born in Charleston, West Virginia. Estep's career experience includes working as an educator. She earned a bachelor's degree from Glenville State College in 1997. Estep has been affiliated with the American Federation of Teachers.[1]

Elections

2024

See also: West Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2024

General election

General election for West Virginia House of Delegates District 32

Incumbent Josh Holstein defeated April Estep in the general election for West Virginia House of Delegates District 32 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Josh Holstein
Josh Holstein (R)
 
73.2
 
4,909
Image of April Estep
April Estep (D) Candidate Connection
 
26.8
 
1,794

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

Total votes: 6,703
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 32

April Estep advanced from the Democratic primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 32 on May 14, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of April Estep
April Estep Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
1,294

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

Total votes: 1,294
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 32

Incumbent Josh Holstein advanced from the Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 32 on May 14, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Josh Holstein
Josh Holstein
 
100.0
 
1,569

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

Total votes: 1,569
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Estep in this election.

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

April Estep completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Estep'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'm a native of Boone County. I graduated from Sherman High School in 1993. Shortly after gradating from college, I returned home to work and raise my children.
  • I am committed to improving our communities.
  • I believe public schools are the great equalizer that will help all children, regardless of their economic status, to become successful. I am committed to ensuring every child has access to a high-quality educational opportunities.
  • Our infrastructure must be improved. Not only is it important to economic growth, it is important to the welfare and safety of our citizens.
I am passionate about strengthening public education and expanding our freedoms, rather than restricting them.
To Kill A Mockingbird, by Harper Lee, taught me what it means to be courageous and to fight for what you believe. This excerpt from chapter 11 of the novel particularly resonates with me.

"She had her own views about things, a lot different from mine, maybe… son, I told you that if you hadn’t lost your head I’d have made you go read to her. I wanted you to see something about her—I wanted you to see what real courage is, instead of getting the idea that courage is a man with a gun in his hand. It’s when you know you’re licked before you begin but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what. You rarely win, but sometimes you do."
I believe elected officials should be honest and transparent. I also believe that elected officials should be willing to work with those who may disagree with them politically. Reaching across the aisle and finding common ground is key to solving the problems we face.
I have several qualities that I believe would make me a successful officeholder. I am willing to work with anyone, regardless of party, to improve the lives of West Virginians. I put people over party. I am willing to listen to others and consider their perspectives in decision making. I am willing and capable of standing up to other people and am not easily intimidated.
There are several core responsibilities for a legislator. First, they must represent their constituents, not their donors. Second, any legislation introduced or voted on should be done with the understanding of how it will impact the community they represent. Additionally, legislators must communicate with those who elect them. They should provide regular updates to keep their constituents informed about what is happening in the legislative process.
My first historical event that I remember was the attempted assassination of Ronald Regan. I was five years old.
The ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature should be collaborative. It should involve open communication. Both should work to find common ground and solutions that benefit the citizens of West Virginia.
Experienced legislators understand how government and policy making work. Their experience should allow them to navigate the complexities involved in the legislative process. That said, I believe new voices can bring unique perspectives. What matters most is a commitment to improving the lives of West Virginians.
I believe it is incredibly beneficial to build relationships with other legislators. We can only address the challenges our communities face by working together.
There are many legislators I admire and take inspiration from but I cannot model myself after someone else. I have my own unique perspective that will help me represent the citizens of Boone County.
I am not.
As a teacher, I hear stories daily about the challenges my students face. Their stories reinforce my commitment to public education and to finding a solution to the drug epidemic that has impacted our communities.
The legislature should provide oversight to ensure the emergency powers are necessary and being used effectively.
I would introduce a bill that increases oversight of students being educated outside of a public school setting. This is crucial to ensure those children are safe and being adequately educated.
I am most interested in committees dealing with education and families.
Financial transparency and government accountability are needed to prevent corruption. Citizens should be allowed to see where their tax dollars are going. They need to be able to hold their lawmakers accountable for the economic decisions they make. Accountability makes sure that elected officials are serving public interests instead of personal objectives.

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Campaign finance summary

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April Estep campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* West Virginia House of Delegates District 32Lost general$900 $0
Grand total$900 $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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    Footnotes

    1. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 19, 2024


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