Your feedback ensures we stay focused on the facts that matter to you most—take our survey.
Latosha Harrison
Latosha Harrison (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Louisville City Council to represent District 2 in Kentucky. She lost in the Democratic primary on May 21, 2024.
Harrison completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Latosha Harrison was born in Louisville, Kentucky. Harris earned a graduate degree from Sullivan University in 1996. Her career experience includes working as a community organizer. [1]
Elections
2024
See also: City elections in Louisville, Kentucky (2024)
General election
General election for Louisville Metro Council District 2
Incumbent Barbara Shanklin won election in the general election for Louisville Metro Council District 2 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Barbara Shanklin (D) | 96.2 | 6,546 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 3.8 | 256 | ||
| Total votes: 6,802 | |||
 = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey. | ||||
| If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey. | ||||
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team. | ||||
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Louisville Metro Council District 2
Incumbent Barbara Shanklin defeated Latosha Harrison in the Democratic primary for Louisville Metro Council District 2 on May 21, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Barbara Shanklin | 55.1 | 1,015 |
 | Latosha Harrison | 44.9 | 828 | |
| Total votes: 1,843 | |||
| = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey. | ||||
| If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey. | ||||
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team. | ||||
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Harrison in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Latosha Harrison completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Harrison's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
| Collapse all
- Unity refers to the idea of coming together as a cohesive community, despite differences in background, beliefs, or circumstances. It involves fostering a sense of togetherness, collaboration, and mutual respect among residents. Unity means recognizing the strength in diversity and working together towards common goals and shared values.
- Community encompasses the collective group of individuals who live, work, and interact within a specific geographic area. It involves fostering a sense of belonging, support, and connection among residents. Community includes both the physical aspects of neighborhoods and the social bonds that tie people together. It also involves active participation, engagement, and collaboration.
- Change represents the idea of progress, innovation, and adaptation to evolving circumstances. It involves challenging the status quo, embracing new ideas, and implementing strategies to bring about positive transformation. Change encompasses efforts to address systemic issues, improve conditions, and create opportunities for growth and development. It requires openness to new perspectives, willingness to take risks, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Social justice: Fighting against discrimination, inequality, and injustice in all its forms, including racial, gender, and economic disparities.
Economic development: Supporting initiatives to stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and reduce poverty in communities.
Additionally, this office plays a vital role in the legislative process, as it is responsible for drafting, proposing, and advocating for legislation that addresses the pressing issues facing the community and the state as a whole. Through collaboration with fellow lawmakers, stakeholders, and experts, the office has the power to shape policies and laws that have a direct impact on the lives of citizens, influencing everything from public safety and education to healthcare and economic development.
Integrity: Upholding honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in all actions and decisions.
Accountability: Taking responsibility for one's actions and decisions, and being answerable to the public and constituents.
Leadership: Demonstrating the ability to inspire and motivate others, to effectively communicate a vision, and to guide the community towards common goals.
Empathy: Showing compassion, understanding, and consideration for the needs and concerns of all constituents, especially those who are marginalized or underrepresented.
Transparency: Providing open and honest communication with constituents, keeping them informed about government actions, decisions, and processes.
Collaboration: Working collaboratively with other elected officials, government agencies, community organizations, and constituents to address issues and find solutions.
Commitment to service: Putting the interests of the public above personal interests, and dedicating oneself to serving the community with diligence and dedication.
Respect for diversity: Valuing and respecting the diversity of opinions, backgrounds, and experiences within the community, and ensuring that all voices are heard and represented.
1. Representation: Elected officials are responsible for representing the interests, concerns, and needs of their constituents, and advocating on their behalf in government decision-making processes.
2. Legislation: Elected officials have the responsibility to propose, draft, and vote on legislation that addresses issues affecting their constituents and the broader community.
3. Oversight: Elected officials are tasked with overseeing the implementation of laws and policies, as well as the operations of government agencies, to ensure accountability, transparency, and effectiveness.
4. Budgeting and fiscal management: Elected officials play a key role in developing and approving budgets, allocating resources, and making financial decisions that impact the community's well-being and priorities.
5. Constituent services: Elected officials are expected to provide assistance and support to constituents in navigating government services, addressing concerns, and resolving issues that affect their lives.
6. Community engagement: Elected officials should actively engage with their constituents through town hall meetings, community forums, and other outreach efforts to understand their needs, gather feedback, and foster dialogue.
7. Policy advocacy: Elected officials often advocate for policies and initiatives that align with their constituents' interests and priorities, both within the legislative body and in the broader community.
8. Collaboration and coalition-building: Elected officials work collaboratively with other elected leaders, government agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders to address complex issues and achieve common goals.
Additionally, the office holds the authority to convene hearings, forums, and town hall meetings to engage with constituents, gather input on legislative matters, and address their concerns and grievances. These forums serve as important platforms for fostering transparency, accountability, and public participation in the legislative process, ensuring that the voices of the community are heard and considered in decision-making.
Furthermore, the office plays a key role in oversight and monitoring of government agencies and programs, ensuring that they operate efficiently, effectively, and in accordance with established laws and regulations. This includes conducting investigations, audits, and reviews to identify areas of improvement, root out corruption or misconduct, and hold government officials accountable for their actions.
Analytical Skills: A strong aptitude for analyzing complex issues, evaluating data, and understanding the implications of policy decisions is essential for making informed choices that benefit the community.
Leadership Skills: Effective leadership entails inspiring others, fostering collaboration, and guiding the legislative process toward achieving common goals and objectives.
Problem-Solving Skills: The capacity to identify challenges, devise creative solutions, and navigate obstacles is invaluable for addressing the diverse needs and issues facing constituents.
Knowledge of Public Policy: A comprehensive understanding of public policy issues, legislative processes, and governmental structures is essential for crafting and enacting effective laws and policies.
Empathy and Compassion: Having empathy and compassion for the concerns and struggles of constituents is crucial for representing their interests and advocating for equitable solutions.
Negotiation Skills: The ability to negotiate with colleagues, stakeholders, and other government entities is vital for reaching compromises and achieving legislative objectives.
I am committed to promoting financial transparency by advocating for measures such as open budgeting processes, comprehensive financial reporting, and accessible public records. This includes making budget documents, expenditure reports, and contract agreements readily available to the public through online portals and other means. Additionally, I support implementing strict ethical standards and disclosure requirements for elected officials and government employees to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure integrity in decision-making.
Government accountability is equally vital in ensuring that elected officials and government agencies are responsive to the needs and concerns of the public. Accountability mechanisms such as regular audits, performance evaluations, and oversight committees help to monitor government operations, identify inefficiencies or misconduct, and hold responsible parties accountable for their actions. I am committed to strengthening these accountability mechanisms and supporting initiatives that promote transparency, integrity, and ethical behavior in government.
Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.
See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 3, 2024
| |||||||||
