Ernie Shack

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Ernie Shack

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 7, 2023

Education

Bachelor's

Rochester Institute of Technology, 1969

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

1969 - 1970

Personal

Birthplace

New York, N.Y.

Profession

Retired

Contact

Campaign website

Ernie Shack (Republican Party) ran for election to the Tucson City Council to represent Ward 2 in Arizona. He lost in the general election on November 7, 2023.

Shack completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Ernie Shack was born in New York, New York. He served in the U.S. Army from 1969 to 1970. He earned a bachelor's degree from the Rochester Institute of Technology in 1969.

Elections

2023

See also: City elections in Tucson, Arizona (2023)

General election

General election for Tucson City Council Ward 2

Incumbent Paul Cunningham defeated Ernie Shack and M. Pendleton Spicer in the general election for Tucson City Council Ward 2 on November 7, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Paul Cunningham (D)	63.4	59,972
		Ernie Shack (R)	32.8	30,980
		M. Pendleton Spicer (L)	3.7	3,513
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	115

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 94,580
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Tucson City Council Ward 2

Incumbent Paul Cunningham defeated Lisa Nutt in the Democratic primary for Tucson City Council Ward 2 on August 1, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Paul Cunningham	76.6	6,728
		Lisa Nutt	23.1	2,027
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	26

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 8,781
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Helena Owens (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Tucson City Council Ward 2

Ernie Shack advanced from the Republican primary for Tucson City Council Ward 2 on August 1, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ernie Shack	98.3	5,222
		Other/Write-in votes	1.7	90

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 5,312
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Libertarian primary election

Libertarian primary for Tucson City Council Ward 2

M. Pendleton Spicer advanced from the Libertarian primary for Tucson City Council Ward 2 on August 1, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		M. Pendleton Spicer	95.8	46
		Other/Write-in votes	4.2	2

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 48
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Shack in this election.

Campaign themes

2023

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Ernie Shack completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Shack's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I'm a concerned citizen who has witnessed the deterioration of Tucson, since arriving just over four years ago. Our roads are a disgrace. The crime level is outrageous and the homeless/drug culture is frightening. Tucson needs a proactive administration that's committed to rectify what has been the "norm" for quite awhile. Fiscal responsibilty is a serious concern as funds seem to find their way to other non accountable projects. There is no "balance" at the Mayorship and City Council.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Rebuild our roads.
• Fight crime.
• Fix the homeless situation.

Community Question Featured local question

Do you think the downtown area is healthy? What is your definition of a healthy downtown? What changes, if any, would you like to make?

Too much through traffic is not appealing. I'd like to explore a "loop system" to divert the traffic whose destination is not downtown, but to gain access to the Interstate.

Community Question Featured local question

How important is it to involve residents in the government’s decision-making process? What plans do you have regarding resident involvement in this process?

Total transparency.

Community Question Featured local question

How would you address crime and public safety? Do you have a different stance than current city council policy?

The current policy is non-action. We need to first rebuild our Law Enforcement ranks so they can effectively enforce the laws on the books. We need to attract, rehire and place a high priority on our first responders.

Community Question Featured local question

What plans do you have regarding infrastructure?

Actively pursue fixing and/or resurfacing the roads as needed. Possibility of a "loop system" to circumvent traffic around downtown Tucson rather than thru it unecessarily.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

To protect, rebuild and serve the citizens of Tucson.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty & integrity.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I'm not a politician and that's a good thing. This city needs officials that really care for the citizenry and commit to making this a safe, clean & pleasant place to live and prosper.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Provided for the common good!

What is your favorite book? Why?

Shadow Divers. The manner in which it's written and the historical viewpoint.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Saturday in the Park, by Chicago

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Genuine concern for the citizenry with proper future planning for the betterment of all.

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