Ryan Thompson (Kentucky)

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Ryan Thompson

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 21, 2024

Education

High school

Butler High School

Bachelor's

University of Louisville, 2004

Personal

Birthplace

Louisville, Ky.

Religion

Christian

Profession

Small businessman

Contact

Campaign website

Campaign Facebook

Ryan Thompson (Republican Party) ran for election to the Louisville Metro Council to represent District 12 in Kentucky. He lost in the Republican primary on May 21, 2024.

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

Biography

Ryan Thompson was born in Louisville, Kentucky. He earned a high school diploma from Butler High School and a bachelor's degree from the University of Louisville in 2004. Thompson's career experience includes working as a small businessman.

Elections

2024

See also: City elections in Louisville, Kentucky (2024)

General election

General election for Louisville Metro Council District 12

Jonathan Joseph defeated incumbent Rick Blackwell in the general election for Louisville Metro Council District 12 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jonathan Joseph (R)	50.3	6,240
		Rick Blackwell (D)	49.6	6,149
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	16

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 12,405
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Rick Blackwell advanced from the Democratic primary for Louisville Metro Council District 12.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Louisville Metro Council District 12

Jonathan Joseph defeated Ryan Thompson and Jennifer Brown in the Republican primary for Louisville Metro Council District 12 on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jonathan Joseph	59.1	726
		Ryan Thompson	23.5	289
	Submit photo	Jennifer Brown	17.3	213

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,228
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Thompson in this election.

2022

See also: Kentucky House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28

Jared Bauman defeated incumbent Charles Miller in the general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jared Bauman (R)	56.4	8,209
		Charles Miller (D)	43.6	6,334

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 14,543
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28

Incumbent Charles Miller defeated Almaria Baker in the Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28 on May 17, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Charles Miller	65.6	2,221
		Almaria Baker	34.4	1,167

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,388
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Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Jared Bauman advanced from the Republican primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 28.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Ryan Thompson (R)

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

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

As a lifelong resident of the South End, I've woven the fabric of my life into the very streets and neighborhoods that raised me. After graduating from Butler High School and the University of Louisville, I embarked on a journey as a small business owner, driven by the spirit of entrepreneurship that resonates through our community. Alongside my wife, Jessica, we've nurtured a family filled with love and laughter, blessed with two beautiful daughters, Grace and Kate. Our roots run deep in this tight-knit community, where we've found solace and strength in our faith as members of the Cornerstone Community Church. Together, as a family, we've embraced the values of hard work, compassion, and faith that define the essence of the South End.

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?

• Foster strong community ties by promoting neighborhood watch programs, community policing, and regular community meetings. Encourage collaboration between law enforcement, local authorities, and community members to address specific safety concerns and develop tailored solutions.
• Identify critical needs through community engagement and collaboration with local businesses. Prioritize projects that enhance public safety, create economic opportunities, and begin improvements to the Sound End.
• Introduce targeted incentives for businesses, such as tax breaks, grants, or low-interest loans, to encourage investment in the local community. Establish support programs, including mentorship initiatives and training opportunities, to assist local entrepreneurs and small businesses.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I'm passionate about public safety because every individual deserves to feel secure and protected in their community, fostering a sense of peace and well-being for all.

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

As a child of the 80s, I was inspired by Ronald Reagan's charismatic leadership, unwavering patriotism, and his vision for a stronger America. I believe his optimism and resilience was a cause for good in that era, and is something we should strive for in the future.

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

An elected official values principles of limited government, individual liberty, fiscal responsibility, and free-market economics, aiming to uphold these core characteristics while serving their constituents.

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2022

Ryan Thompson did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.

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