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Bibi Hahn
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November 6, 2018

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Bibi Hahn (Democratic Party) ran for election to the West Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 58. She lost in the general election on November 6, 2018.

Elections

2018

See also: West Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2018

General election

General election for West Virginia House of Delegates District 58

Incumbent Daryl Cowles defeated Bibi Hahn and Kent McCumbee in the general election for West Virginia House of Delegates District 58 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
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Daryl Cowles (R)
 
68.5
 
4,233
Image of Bibi Hahn
Bibi Hahn (D)
 
25.0
 
1,542
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Kent McCumbee (Independent) Candidate Connection
 
6.5
 
401

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

Total votes: 6,176
(100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 58

Bibi Hahn advanced from the Democratic primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 58 on May 8, 2018.

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Bibi Hahn

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 58

Incumbent Daryl Cowles advanced from the Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 58 on May 8, 2018.

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Daryl Cowles

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Campaign themes

2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Bibi Hahn participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on April 6, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Bibi Hahn's responses follow below.[1]

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

“ 1) Put more money in West Virginians' pockets

2) Solve the opioid crisis
3) New revenue sources[2][3]

”

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

“ health - I run a medical practice. I see the problems every day.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[3] ”

Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Bibi Hahn answered the following:

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

“ Bernie Sanders. I'm not accepting any PAC donations because I believe money in politics has destroyed trust in government[3] ”
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
“ Song: People have the Power by Patti Smith[3] ”
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
“ Honesty[3] ”
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
“ Honesty[3] ”
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
“ Represent people not lobbtyists[3] ”
What legacy would you like to leave?
“ Haven't thought that far ahead![3] ”
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
“ The Bay of Pigs. I was 6 and my mom was crying because my sisters and I were fighting: "How can you girls carry on like this when we're on the brink of WWIII?" I was terrified.[3] ”
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
“ I worked at Christmas tree farm for two summers alongside migrant women.[3] ”
What happened on your most awkward date?
“ The guy tried to kiss me. I brushed him off.... he still hates me to this day, 48 years later![3] ”
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
“ Halloween. I like getting out of myself.[3] ”
What is your favorite book? Why?
“ Whatever I'm reading at the moment (happens to be "Flight Behavior" by Barbara KIngsolver[3] ”
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
“ Pippi Longstocking[3] ”
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
“ My bed. I know I'll find comfort and love there.[3] ”
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
“ Maggie's Farm by Rage Against the Machine[3] ”
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
“ Speaking in front of people - which is really going to challenge me here![3] ”
(For non-Nebraska candidates) What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?
“ The state Senators seem like the older brothers and the Delegates seem like the bratty teenagers.[3] ”
Do you believe that it's beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
“ Probably. But not necessary[3] ”
What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?
“ Money money money money[3] ”
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?
“ Friendly adversaries[3] ”
Do you believe it's beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
“ Yes of course. In my case, Dems are in the minority and sticking together will make us stronger[3] ”
What process do you favor for redistricting?
“ I'm just not sure. Still trying to decide. My state just passed 1 rep(delegate) per district.[3] ”
If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
“ Health, Education[3] ”
If you are not currently a member of your party's leadership in the legislature, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?
“ Maybe. I'm not really sure how long I'll want to keep doing this if I win. I was a reluctant candidate.[3] ”
Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
“ I don' t know[3] ”
Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?
“ NO[3] ”
Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you've heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?
“ OMG where do I start[3] ”

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Footnotes

  1. ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
  2. ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Bibi Hahn's responses," April 6, 2018
  3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 3.16 3.17 3.18 3.19 3.20 3.21 3.22 3.23 3.24 3.25 3.26 3.27 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.


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