Kate Dittmeier Holm

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Kate Dittmeier Holm

Democratic Party

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Last election

May 21, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Western Kentucky University, 2005

Law

University of Louisville, Brandeis School of Law, 2008

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Birthplace

Louisville, Ky.

Profession

Attorney

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Kate Dittmeier Holm (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Louisville Metro Council to represent District 6 in Kentucky. She lost in the Democratic primary on May 21, 2024.

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Biography

Kate Dittmeier Holm was born in Louisville, Kentucky. She earned a bachelor's degree from Western Kentucky University in 2005 and a law degree from the University of Louisville, Brandeis School of Law in 2008. Her career experience includes working as an attorney.

Elections

2024

See also: City elections in Louisville, Kentucky (2024)

General election

General election for Louisville Metro Council District 6

J.P. Lyninger won election in the general election for Louisville Metro Council District 6 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		J.P. Lyninger (D)	97.8	7,083
		Other/Write-in votes	2.2	163

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 7,246
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Louisville Metro Council District 6

J.P. Lyninger defeated incumbent Phil Baker and Kate Dittmeier Holm in the Democratic primary for Louisville Metro Council District 6 on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		J.P. Lyninger	48.7	1,169
		Phil Baker	29.5	708
		Kate Dittmeier Holm	21.8	524

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,401
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Campaign themes

2024

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Kate Dittmeier Holm completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Dittmeier Holm'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.

Kate grew up in a union family, attended public schools, and was raised to value social justice. After working her way through college at WKU, Kate wanted to help tackle big problems and headed to law school at the University of Louisville. Kate learned that the job of a lawyer is to problem solve and to fight hard for the people you represent, especially people who have been harmed or disadvantaged by broken systems. For the past 15 years, Kate has been fighting against injustice and advocating for systemic reforms. She has defended the rights of individuals while working as a public defender, an immigration attorney, a small business owner, and a volunteer attorney for people in need. In her work, Kate has walked with people through systems that don’t work for everyone. Kate wants to put her experience to work building systems that DO work for everyone. Her work has prepared her to tackle the big challenges in District 6 and the City of Louisville with empathy and a big-picture perspective.

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?

• I am passionate about being an advocate for the people of the district, making good policy, and ensuring that we are funding the services people need.
• I have the experience to get things done.
• I want to connect and unite the neighborhoods in the district to strengthen our community and to increase the power of the people of the community through a District Advisory Council.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m passionate about community safety, housing, and equitable development. Community safety means addressing gun violence, climate change, environmental justice, and making streets safe for walking, biking, and driving. Housing is a human right, but we lack enough affordable housing in our city. This is a root cause of housing instability and homelessness. I want to address that need and our lack of shelter space. Finally. I want communities that have historically lacked investment to receive investment and services. As those neighborhoods change, the people who live there should not be displaced.

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

I’m a person who listens more than I talk. If you’re listening, you can learn a lot and help others feel heard. I’m also tenacious and passionate. I’ve often succeeded over the years just by continuing to push and not giving up on things I really care about.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job was cutting grass when I was 11, followed by babysitting when I was 12. I did that until I started waiting tables in high school.

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

The job of an elected official is to deliver solutions. My 15+ years of experience as an attorney gives me an understanding of policy, process, legislation, and negotiation. That experience will allow me to translate ideals into action.

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