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Matt Detch was a 2016 Democratic candidate who sought election to the U.S. House to represent the 3rd Congressional District of West Virginia.[1]
Elections
2016
- See also: West Virginia's 3rd Congressional District election, 2016
Heading into the election, Ballotpedia rated this race as safely Republican. Incumbent Evan Jenkins (R) defeated Matt Detch (D) and Zane Lawhorn (L) in the general election on November 8, 2016. No candidate faced a primary opponent on May 10, 2016.[1]
U.S. House, West Virginia District 3 General Election, 2016
| Party |
Candidate |
Vote % |
Votes |
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Republican |
 Evan Jenkins Incumbent |
67.9% |
140,741 |
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Democratic |
Matt Detch |
24% |
49,708 |
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Libertarian |
Zane Lawhorn |
8.1% |
16,883 |
| Total Votes |
207,332 |
| Source: West Virginia Secretary of State |
2016
The following issues were listed on Detch's campaign website. For a full list of campaign themes, click here.
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- Jobs and the Economy: I know the strength of our economy is on the mind of every West Virginian. While our state’s coal industry is a major job creator, this generation of West Virginians is responsible for preparing for our state’s future. We must create an economy that is diverse and includes coal but provides opportunities to all types of business and makes us competitive in the global market. This starts with developing infrastructure programs that will make us accessible and allow us to compete.
- Education: It is my belief that West Virginia’s young minds are our state’s greatest resource. We must provide an environment where our children can grow and which will prepare them to compete in a global job market. This starts with empowering and protecting our teachers. It also means that we must develop and support education programs that teach creative thinking and encourage curiosity.
- Drugs: West Virginia’s drug pandemic is one that must conquered. It will take a multi-faceted plan that will involve healthcare professionals, law enforcement officers and recovery experts. I will champion and support legislation that curbs abuse of prescription pain medication. I will help give law enforcement officers the tools they need to capture and convict drug dealers. I will also support programs that will help addicts recover with dignity so that they can safely return to being productive members of society.
- Care for our Veterans: The brave men and women who have defended our nation deserve better access to healthcare and other resources. We owe it to our veterans and their families to take care of them especially in times of need. Every veteran who has served our country took an oath to protect us and I will vow to protect our veterans.
- Social Security: I believe that Social Security is an earned benefit that must not be tampered with. As your congressmen, I promise to protect our government’s social security program so that our retiring citizens can leave the workforce without worrying about economic hardship.
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| —Matt Detch's campaign website, http://www.detch2016.com/issues/issues/
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