Liddy Huntsman

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Liddy Huntsman

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 4, 2025

Education

High school

Judge Memorial Catholic High School

Bachelor's

University of Pennsylvania, 2011

Graduate

The New School, 2019

Personal

Birthplace

Salt Lake City, Utah

Profession

Advocate

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Liddy Huntsman ran for election to the Salt Lake City Council to represent District 3 in Utah. She lost in the general election on November 4, 2025.

Huntsman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Liddy Huntsman was born in Salt Lake City, Utah. She earned a high school diploma from Judge Memorial Catholic High School. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 2011. She earned a graduate degree from The New School in 2019. Her career experience includes working as an advocate.

Elections

2025

See also: City elections in Salt Lake City, Utah (2025)

General election

General election for Salt Lake City Council District 3

Select round: Round 3 Round 2 Round 1

The ranked-choice voting election was won by Chris Wharton in round 3 . The results of Round are displayed below. To see the results of other rounds, use the dropdown menu above to select a round and the table will update.

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Chris Wharton	50.5	2,494	271	Won (3)
		Blake McClary	27.6	1,366	102	3
		Liddy Huntsman	21.9	1,081	127	3
		David Berg	0.0	0	-530	2
		Jake Seastrand	0.0	0	0	1

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Chris Wharton	44.7	2,223	52	Won (3)
		Blake McClary	25.4	1,264	56	3
		Liddy Huntsman	19.2	954	40	3
		David Berg	10.7	530	40	2
		Jake Seastrand	0.0	0	-207	1

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Chris Wharton	43.5	2,171	0	Won (3)
		Blake McClary	24.2	1,208	0	3
		Liddy Huntsman	18.3	914	0	3
		David Berg	9.8	490	0	2
		Jake Seastrand	4.1	207	0	1

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. Source 1 Source 2	Total votes: 4,990
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Campaign themes

2025

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Liddy Huntsman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Huntsman'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.

The role of City Council is to advocate for the people, and that is exactly what I promise to do. My whole life has taught me how to fight for what matters. From being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a child to launching the Bag of Hope program with my mom for newly diagnosed families, I’ve learned how to turn challenges into action and ideas into results.

I studied sociology at the University of Pennsylvania and earned a master’s in new media and digital storytelling from The New School in New York City. I’ve built a career as a writer, storyteller, and brand strategist, always using creativity, grit, and humor to connect with people and push for change. I also carry with me the lessons of being a mom of two boys, Harrison and Hunter, which keeps me grounded in what families truly need to thrive.

I will bring that same determination and lived experience to City Hall to advocate for mental health, public safety, and the preservation of the neighborhoods that make District 3 special. My only loyalty is to the people I serve, and I will never stop showing up, speaking up, and standing up for our community.

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 the only unaffiliated candidate in this race. City Council should belong to neighbors, not political parties or special interests. Being unaffiliated means my only loyalty is to the people of District 3. Independence gives me the freedom to ask hard questions, fight for accountability, and put community needs ahead of political agendas.
• I am passionate about strengthening mental health resources, ensuring public safety, and preserving the character of our neighborhoods. Too often, these priorities are dismissed as someone else’s problem while downtown projects eat up our tax dollars. I will fight for a safer, healthier, more connected city where families can thrive and neighborhoods are not left behind.
• Affordability is about more than housing. It is about whether working people can build a life here, raise their families, and stay rooted in our community. City Hall must stop wasting money on short-sighted deals and start investing in housing, safety, and services that actually serve residents. I will fight for accountability and renewal in District 3.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about three things that shape the future of our city: mental health, public safety, and preservation. Salt Lake City needs stronger mental health resources that work with, not against, our community. We need safe streets where families feel protected and officers are supported. And we need to preserve the character of our neighborhoods so growth doesn’t erase what makes District 3 special. These are not partisan issues. They are about people, and they are about whether families can stay, thrive, and build a future here.

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

Integrity, independence, and courage. An elected official should listen more than they talk, weigh all sides before making a decision, and always put people ahead of politics. I believe honesty and accountability are non-negotiable. City leaders should be willing to ask the hard questions, even when it is uncomfortable, and they should have the backbone to stand up to special interests.

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

Zions Bank. I was a summer intern the summer before I started college.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

You don’t fully understand struggle until you’ve lived with a chronic disease like Type 1 diabetes for most of your life. It’s a roller coaster you can’t get off — expensive, inconvenient, and emotionally exhausting. For me, that has meant taking about 7 injections a day for 29 years. That adds up to more than 74,000 shots. It is a constant fight, but it has also taught me resilience, empathy, and the importance of building systems of support so people never feel alone in their struggle.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

One of the most important but lesser-known powers of the City Council is shaping how Salt Lake City is built. Through tools like the Redevelopment Agency, the Council can incentivize, promote, or block real estate projects, which has long-term impacts on our neighborhoods. The Council also has the power to approve or reject the Mayor’s proposed budget, deciding how taxpayer dollars are spent. Too often, with little political diversity, budgets are passed unanimously without enough scrutiny. I believe this power should be exercised with more accountability and independence, because these decisions affect affordability, growth, and the character of our city for generations.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

What matters most in this role is being in tune with the values, concerns, and character of the neighborhood. You don’t need a degree in politics to listen to people, fight for what they care about, and stand up for the community. Passion, lived experience, and independence matter more than a résumé in government, because this work is about people, not parties.

What is an accomplishment that you are proud of?

My two boys, Harrison and Hunter

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