Jacqueline Hugg
Jacqueline Hugg (Democratic Party) (also known as Jaci) ran for election to the Delaware State Senate to represent District 15. She lost in the general election on November 3, 2020.
Hugg completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Jacqueline Hugg earned a bachelor's degree from Wilmington University in 2010. Her professional experience includes working as a legislative assistant for state Sen. Bruce Ennis (D-14).[1]
Elections
2020
See also: Delaware State Senate elections, 2020
General election
General election for Delaware State Senate District 15
Incumbent David G. Lawson defeated Jacqueline Hugg in the general election for Delaware State Senate District 15 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | David G. Lawson (R) | 55.3 | 14,587 |
 | Jacqueline Hugg (D)  | 44.7 | 11,773 | |
| Total votes: 26,360 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Jacqueline Hugg advanced from the Democratic primary for Delaware State Senate District 15.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent David G. Lawson advanced from the Republican primary for Delaware State Senate District 15.
Campaign themes
2020
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Jacqueline Hugg completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Hugg's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Jaci understands the struggles that people have in their daily life. In her lifetime she has worked many jobs, starting at the age of 15 with a job at McDonalds. She has seen many different work environments, including offices, car dealerships, nursing homes, retail stores, and many more. These experiences have benefited her, as she understands the struggles of life that affect Delawareans every day, including living paycheck to paycheck, struggling with bills, watching loved ones suffer, and finding ways to make ends meet.
Jaci has lived in the 15th Senatorial District for most of her life. She grew up just outside of Clayton surrounded by farm fields and is a graduate of Smyrna High School. She has been married to her husband, David, for more than 20 years. She is the mother of two children and grandmother to two granddaughters. Her children grew up in the 15th District and much of her family still resides there today.
- I believe in a fair, equal and inclusive society. I will serve all of my constituents to the best of my ability. I believe that Black Lives Matter. I believe that Muslims are an important part of our society and should be treated fairly and equally. I support women's right to choose what she wants to do with her life and her body. I believe that under our US and Delaware Constitution that our government should protect everyone fairly and equally. I will strive to ensure fairness, equality and inclusion for all people and my door will be open to everyone.
- One of the most important issues facing our district is the success of our farmers. I love going to farm stands and supporting our local farmers. Preserving and protecting farmland, building a strong and vibrant agricultural sector are important aspects of our community. I will be a strong voice in Dover for Delaware's farmers.
- We need strong and inclusive leadership to bring back Delaware and to rebuild our state to be better for all people. We need to get Delaware back to work, we need to safely educate our children, and we need to protect the most vulnerable in society. Working together I know we can pull ourselves out of this crisis. I understand the struggles that people have in their daily life. I have worked in many jobs, starting at the age of 15 with a job at McDonalds. I have worked in the public and private sectors and owned my own business. I believe I understand the struggles of life that affect Delawareans every day, including living paycheck to paycheck, struggling with bills, watching loved ones suffer, and finding ways to make ends meet. I know t
-Economic Development
-Education
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See also
2020 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on August 7, 2020
