Brian Gentry
Brian Gentry (independent) ran for election to the South Dakota State Senate to represent District 35. He lost in the general election on November 3, 2020.
Gentry completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Brian Gentry was born in Indianapolis, Indiana. He earned associate degrees in business management and marketing management from Vincennes Univeresity in 1995 and 1996, respectively. Gentry also pursued his undergraduate education at Ball State University and Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. His career experience includes working in sales and marketing, management, and as an account executive.[1]
Elections
2020
See also: South Dakota State Senate elections, 2020
General election
General election for South Dakota State Senate District 35
Incumbent Jessica Castleberry defeated Brian Gentry in the general election for South Dakota State Senate District 35 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Jessica Castleberry (R)  | 61.6 | 6,012 |
 | Brian Gentry (Independent) | 38.4 | 3,747 | |
| Total votes: 9,759 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for South Dakota State Senate District 35
Incumbent Jessica Castleberry defeated Kevin Quick in the Republican primary for South Dakota State Senate District 35 on June 2, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jessica Castleberry | 72.4 | 1,442 |
| Kevin Quick | 27.6 | 551 | ||
| Total votes: 1,993 | |||
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Campaign themes
2020
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Brian Gentry completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Gentry'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 am seeking the privilege to be a fresh voice and to elevate this community. I aim to bring the voices of our residents alive. With purposeful action, I will work strategically to move us forward united over a common vision. I will ensure that our city will continue to thrive, while continuing to be an affordable, safe, welcoming, and livable place for all of its residents.
In both my public and professional lives, I have been a positive, decisive, and innovative leader, who understands the importance of cooperation and teamwork, to accomplish a common goal.
I believe in safety and prosperity for all. I also believe that we leave our state and nation in better shape than we found it, by staying engaged as a community.- Protecting Constitutional Rights and Traditional Family Values.
- Promoting Community Enagagement.
- Cutting Government Waste and Protecting Taxpayer Dollars.
Lynne served District 35 of South Dakota with great dignity and honor. As an elected representative, Lynne's commitment to ensuring the success and prosperity of our community serves as an inspiration to myself and many others.
Lynne served by consistently engaging with myself and other members of our community to make sure our voices were heard. Additionally, Lynne's "For The People" initiative and commitment to putting others first remains a central example of what selfless service to the community truly looks like.
Sharing Vision
Lead by Example
Demonstrate Integrity
Communicate Effectively
Make Hard Decisions
Recognize Success
Empower Others
Motivate and Inspire
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See also
2020 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on June 9, 2020
