Lisa Hermosillo

Lisa Hermosillo (Democratic Party) ran for election to the North Dakota House of Representatives to represent District 38. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Hermosillo completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Lisa Hermosillo graduated from Mountain Lake Christian School. She attended Bethel College and earned a bachelor's degree from Purdue University Global in 2023. Her career experience includes working as an advocate, in banking, property management, and for the Department of Veterans Affairs. She has been affiliated with Talk United - Minot.^[1]

Elections

2024

General election

General election for North Dakota House of Representatives District 38 (2 seats)

Incumbent Dan Ruby and Christina Wolff defeated Lisa Hermosillo in the general election for North Dakota House of Representatives District 38 on November 5, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Dan Ruby (R)	42.9	5,009
✔	Christina Wolff (R)	42.1	4,919
	Lisa Hermosillo (D)	14.7	1,713
	Other/Write-in votes	0.4	43

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 11,684
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for North Dakota House of Representatives District 38 (2 seats)

Lisa Hermosillo advanced from the Democratic primary for North Dakota House of Representatives District 38 on June 11, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Lisa Hermosillo	98.1	253
	Other/Write-in votes	1.9	5

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 258
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for North Dakota House of Representatives District 38 (2 seats)

Incumbent Dan Ruby and Christina Wolff defeated Lisa Olson in the Republican primary for North Dakota House of Representatives District 38 on June 11, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Dan Ruby	42.8	1,404
✔		Christina Wolff	31.1	1,020
	Submit photo	Lisa Olson	25.8	845
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	10

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,279
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Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

Lisa Hermosillo completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Hermosillo'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.

My name is Lisa Hermosillo. I am originally from Mountain Lake, MN, however, Minot became home to my family in August, 2020 due to a military move. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology with a Concentration in Addiction Studies and plan to further my education focused in the mental health field. I am currently campaigning full time but also work as a primary activity leader for children at church and find ways to volunteer when I can. My previous work with the Department of Veterans Affairs strongly contributed to the decision to become an advocate not only in the community, but across military branches. As a result, I became the Founder of a social wellness group called Talk United - Minot and continue to bring awareness to suicide to the DoD and Congress. While I am busy with day to day activities, my greatest role and priority has been and will always be, being a mother. I strive to be the best example to my children by showing them what it means to stand up for what you believe in and how important it is to get involved in the processes that will shape their future. I take pride in the work I do both as a mother and in my professional life. I value hard work and discipline but more importantly, the ability to lead with empathy. I do not waver on all the characteristics and qualities that make me, me. I stay true to who I am and work the best of my abilities on all things that I do.

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 want to be remembered as a candidate who did things differently than your typical candidates. First and foremost, a good candidate does three things:
Informs. Stays involved. Inspires.
My campaign has been branded in ensuring I have provided as much information to voters so that they feel equipped and prepared to vote on November 5th. I have attended various events and worked incredibly hard to stay engaged in the community. I have proven that I have put in the time and the effort into this campaign to earn my district's votes. I am door knocking and hearing directly from voters. Lastly, I hope I have left voters feeling that I am inspiring the change they want to see. I check all three boxes.
A few goals of mine while in office would be to protect women's reproductive rights, fix the childcare crisis, address wasteful spending, expand workforce development, and support our public education system. I'm not out for personal interests or gain. I truly want a better life and more opportunities for all to have successful, healthy, and prosperous lives.
I care about every person in my district, regardless of their political affiliation, their economic status, or their struggles. I have what it takes to put people first, and not just that I will. I show it. We are so divided as it is, and I am on a mission to show that despite our differences, there is someone who is willing and fully capable of working with both sides to get things done. It is my goal to restore unity, professionalism, and accountability while in Bismarck.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Women's Reproductive Rights

Healthcare
Taxes & Finance
Public Education

(Just to name a few)

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my dad. My dad throughout his lifetime has shown to every person he meets, just how genuine and loving he is to everyone. He doesn't hesitate to help others around him but more than that, he always does what's right, in public and in his private life. He has been a shining example of what it means to live a life of servitude and to always find something to be grateful. He is the reason why I passionately follow my dreams and never negotiate my core life values.

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

Empathy

Discipline
Accountability
Genuinity

Selflessness

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

Empathy. There many qualifications and golden attributes that a person can have, but without empathy, I do not believe you can excel as a leader.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Some core responsibilities for an elected official, to me, would include being transparent, willing to engage in active listening, communicate with their constituents, and adhering to ethical behavior.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I want to a leave a legacy for my kids and for my district that I always put what was right first over what was easy or considered popular by society. I truly believe that differences doesn't have to be the reason why the world can't get along. Differences are an opportunity to learn and grow, if we choose to see it that way. In the end, we are all humans, and sometimes, I think we've forgotten just far, a little bit of kindness can go.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The first historical event that I will always remember and never forget were the 9/11 attacks. I was in 6th grade at the time so I probably closer to 11.

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

My very first job was working as a certified nursing assistant at a local nursing home. I was there 2 years in high school. (However, I worked for years on the farm for my father)

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Wild Robot. It perfectly reflects and blends the meaning behind a mother's love, perseverance, living in harmony and to respect our wildlife.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Hermione Granger from Harry Potter.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Call to Arms by Angels & Airwaves

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

I am adopted and have given up a child for adoption. Growing up trying to navigate life being born in a different country and then trying to find my identity took me some time to figure out. As someone who was adopted there were always those lingering questions and what ifs that went through my mind. What would life have been like if I wasn't adopted? Where is my birth mom? What does acceptance look like and feel like? Later on in life, I found myself pregnant and was unsure of what to do and found myself humbled in many ways. Maybe I finally understood what unconditional love looked like and felt like. Giving up my baby was one of the hardest and most difficult decisions I ever had to make in my lifetime. Life has, at times, confusing ways to redirect our lives and find just how blessed we are from challenging experiences. In the end, I have 5 beautiful and amazing children and these experiences have only made me stronger as a woman and a mother. I am very blessed and look at struggles in an entirely different way now.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

My answer may surprise many, but that's okay and quite frankly, this is definitely a worthy discussion to be had. I have zero experience in politics, however, I see this being an advantage in many ways. For instance, most voters believe after so long, most politicians, not all, but most end up with unhealthy habits. There's a reason we have the saying, "career politician". I am a completely fresh face and someone who understands the concerns voters have when it comes to promises made and promises not kept by those they vote in. I have no ties to PAC money, lobbyists, or anything that would be deemed a conflict of interests, both personally or financially. I am your average American citizen who decided to step up and run because I wanted to help my community and state. Sometimes in order for new opportunity and changes, you need someone who isn't afraid to do the unexpected and come from something entirely different.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Absolutely and without a doubt, yes. Current legislators come with different experiences, knowledge and skill sets that can be very helpful to someone who is willing to learn and be open-minded. There is a lot in taking the time to develop meaningful relationships with your colleagues, even if they don't agree on everything politically. It's worth notating, that if someone is elected, there is a level of expectation from voters that they will be able to work well with others.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Yes, U.S. Congress.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Where do I begin with stories from my district. To keep this short, I'll tell two stories.

I was door knocking one day in a small town and there was a woman in her front yard. I introduced myself and explained a little about my campaign and asked her if there were any current concerns or anything in particular that was affecting her and her family. She responds by saying that she was very highly uneducated and that her struggles didn't matter. She asked why I was in such a low income area and figured I'd be better off in the ritzy area of town. My heart sank. She felt so devalued by society because of her economic status and her financial situation. She told me she didn't have any spare money to donate. I told her, that having this time to speak with her meant much than any donation I could receive. It hurts to know that this story is more common than we want to think about or admit. I went back a few weeks later and left her a card thanking her for her time and hoping she was doing well.

This second one involved a man who was very much so on the other side of the political aisle. Again, I introduced myself and gave my normal campaign pitch. He asked what ticket I was running on. I told him, "I am a Dem-NPL candidate". He was confused why I would take the time to talk with him. I told him, as a candidate I am promising to be a voice for all, and when I am elected, I will be representing all residents of my district, Republican, Democrat, undecided, independent, etc. I don't see party when I'm door knocking, I am seeing people with lives, families, struggles, fears, hopes, and goals. I told him, we don't have to agree on everything for me to care about you as a person.

Tell us your favorite joke.

(I'm going to assume corny jokes aren't off the table)

Adam and Eve were the first ones to ignore Apple terms and conditions.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

Increasing minimum sentences and fines for domestic abuse offenders. We've had 4 violent cases of domestic abuse toward women from August 16th to September 21st between Bismarck, Minot, and Grand Forks. I do not believe our laws are strict enough toward offenders. Both women and men deserve a legislator who isn't afraid to take a stand on domestic abuse and who will have a system in place that doesn't continue to punish the victims and their families. Domestic abuse and reporting just be taken seriously, and be address in timely manner by all state, local, and federal agencies.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Souris Valley Dem-NPL (District 38)

North Dakota AFL-CIO

Planned Parenthood

What committees interest you?

I have been asked this question several times and I always am excited to answer this question. The committees I am interested in are as follows:

Judiciary
Government & Veterans Affairs
Human Services
Education

Industry, Business, and Labor

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Campaign finance summary

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Lisa Hermosillo campaign contribution history
Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	North Dakota House of Representatives District 38	Lost general	$6,500	$0
Grand total			$6,500	$0
Sources: OpenSecrets, Federal Elections Commission *This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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Current members of the North Dakota House of Representatives

Leadership

Speaker of the House:Robin Weisz

Majority Leader:Mike Lefor

Minority Leader:Zac Ista

Representatives

District 1

Patrick Hatlestad (R)

David Richter (R)

District 2

Bert Anderson (R)

Donald Longmuir (R)

District 3

Jeff Hoverson (R)

Lori VanWinkle (R)

District 4A

Lisa Finley-DeVille (D)

District 4B

Clayton Fegley (R)

District 5

Jay Fisher (R)

Scott Louser (R)

District 6

Dick Anderson (R)

Dan Vollmer (R)

District 7

Jason Dockter (R)

Matthew Heilman (R)

District 8

Mike Berg (R)

SuAnn Olson (R)

District 9

Collette Brown (D)

Jayme Davis (D)

District 10

Jared Hendrix (R)

Steve Swiontek (R)

District 11

Liz Conmy (D)

Gretchen Dobervich (D)

District 12

Mitch Ostlie (R)

Bernie Satrom (R)

District 13

Jim Jonas (R)

Austen Schauer (R)

District 14

Jon Nelson (R)

Robin Weisz (R)

District 15

Kathy Frelich (R)

Donna Henderson (R)

District 16

Ben Koppelman (R)

Andrew Marschall (R)

District 17

Landon Bahl (R)

Mark Sanford (R)

District 18

Nels Christianson (R)

Steve Vetter (R)

District 19

Karen Anderson (R)

David Monson (R)

District 20

Mike Beltz (R)

Jared Hagert (R)

District 21

LaurieBeth Hager (D)

Mary Schneider (D)

District 22

Brandy Pyle (R)

Jonathan Warrey (R)

District 23

Dennis Nehring (R)

Nico Rios (R)

District 24

Daniel Johnston (R)

Dwight Kiefert (R)

District 25

Alisa Mitskog (D)

Kathy Skroch (R)

District 26

Roger Maki (R)

Kelby Timmons (R)

District 27

Timothy Brown (R)

Greg Stemen (R)

District 28

Michael Brandenburg (R)

Jim Grueneich (R)

District 29

Craig Headland (R)

Don Vigesaa (R)

District 30

Glenn Bosch (R)

Mike Nathe (R)

District 31

Dawson Holle (R)

Karen Rohr (R)

District 32

Patrick Heinert (R)

Lisa Meier (R)

District 33

Anna Novak (R)

Bill Tveit (R)

District 34

Todd Porter (R)

Nathan Toman (R)

District 35

Karen Karls (R)

Bob Martinson (R)

District 36

Ty Dressler (R)

Dori Hauck (R)

District 37

Mike Lefor (R)

Vicky Steiner (R)

District 38

Dan Ruby (R)

Christina Wolff (R)

District 39

Keith Kempenich (R)

Mike Schatz (R)

District 40

Macy Bolinske (R)

Matthew Ruby (R)

District 41

Karen Grindberg (R)

Jorin Johnson (R)

District 42

Doug Osowski (R)

District 43

Zac Ista (D)

Eric Murphy (R)

District 44

Austin Foss (D)

Karla Hanson (D)

District 45

Carrie McLeod (R)

Scott Wagner (R)

District 46

James Kasper (R)

Desiree Morton (R)

District 47

Lawrence Klemin (R)

Mike Motschenbacher (R)

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Democratic Party (11)

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Lisa Hermosillo

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Biography

Elections

2024

General election

General election for North Dakota House of Representatives District 38 (2 seats)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for North Dakota House of Representatives District 38 (2 seats)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for North Dakota House of Representatives District 38 (2 seats)

Endorsements

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

Campaign finance summary

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