Kehala Two Bulls
Kehala Two Bulls (Democratic Party) ran for election to the South Dakota State Senate to represent District 34. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Two Bulls completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Kehala Two Bulls earned a bachelor's degree from the Evergreen State College in 2004 and a graduate degree from Southwestern College in 2011. Two Bulls' career experience includes working as a nonprofit executive and mental health counselor. Two Bulls has been affiliated with the Seventh Circuit CASA Program and Billie Sutton Leadership Institute.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: South Dakota State Senate elections, 2024
General election
General election for South Dakota State Senate District 34
Taffy Howard defeated Kehala Two Bulls in the general election for South Dakota State Senate District 34 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Taffy Howard (R)  | 60.2 | 7,586 |
 | Kehala Two Bulls (D) | 39.8 | 5,016 | |
| Total votes: 12,602 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Michael Calabrese advanced from the Democratic primary for South Dakota State Senate District 34.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for South Dakota State Senate District 34
Taffy Howard defeated Jason Green in the Republican primary for South Dakota State Senate District 34 on June 4, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Taffy Howard | 50.5 | 1,598 |
| Jason Green | 49.5 | 1,564 | ||
| Total votes: 3,162 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Two Bulls in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Kehala Two Bulls completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Two Bulls' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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My name is Kehala Two Bulls and I am running for South Dakota State Senate in District 34. I’m running because I believe we can do better, together, as a community. We deserve kind and effective leadership that serves everyone in our district.
I am new to politics, but I am not new to community service. For the last 13 years I have led nonprofits, dedicating myself to improving the lives of children and families. Whether working in shelter services, drug treatment, or child advocacy, I have a strong track record of success. I work hard everyday for children and families in our community to help create a brighter future.
I believe that we can do better, together, as a community. We will do better for all children. We will strengthen our schools and local economy. We will protect individual medical rights. We will ensure our community is safe for everyone.
Please help me continue my work for children and families in District 34.
Leading with kindness,
Kehala Two Bulls- I work everyday with children and families in our community. I understand the struggles of everyday people in our district. I have a track record of setting ambitious goals and reaching them.
- My leadership style is about being impactful and solution focused. I make a point of spending my time and energy in places where I can make a positive impact.
- Our district is a beautiful place to live. My husband and I love raising our children here. There is lots to be proud of but there is also lots to work toward. In State Senate I will look out for the unique needs and interests of District 34.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on August 22, 2024
