Shawn Blickley
Shawn Blickley (Republican Party) ran for election to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to represent District 26. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Blickley completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Shawn Blickley was born in Pennsylvania. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1990 to 2013. He earned a bachelor's and a graduate degree from Jacksonville University in 2005. His career experience includes working as a farmer and businessman. [1]
Elections
2024
See also: Pennsylvania House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 26
Incumbent Paul Friel defeated Shawn Blickley in the general election for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 26 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Paul Friel (D) | 57.2 | 22,421 |
 | Shawn Blickley (R)  | 42.6 | 16,675 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 68 | ||
| Total votes: 39,164 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 26
Incumbent Paul Friel advanced from the Democratic primary for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 26 on April 23, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Paul Friel | 99.3 | 5,605 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.7 | 38 | ||
| Total votes: 5,643 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 26
Shawn Blickley advanced from the Republican primary for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 26 on April 23, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Shawn Blickley (Write-in) | 87.7 | 1,583 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 12.3 | 223 | ||
| Total votes: 1,806 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Blickley in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Shawn Blickley completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Blickley's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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It is crucial to elect individuals in Harrisburg who understand that effective governance requires listening to opposing viewpoints and working together to solve problems. For me, serving as the 26th District's state representative means enacting policies and laws that decrease the government's role in our daily lives and empower individuals, communities, and local government to play positive roles in keeping Pennsylvania the best state to raise a family, grow a business, and retire in. My candidacy is not driven by political agendas and ideologies but rather by a desire to limit the role of government, push back against excessive reach, lower taxes, and provide essential services to the residents of Pennsylvania. Shawn is a proud 4th generation Pennsylvanian who joined the U.S. Navy after finishing school. He served in various roles for 23 years and retired as a Lieutenant Commander in 2013. Shawn and his wife, Roslyn, returned to Pennsylvania, where they decided to serve the community by running for elected office in Chester County. This decision shows their commitment to serving others.
Shawn's dedication to his country and community is admirable. His story includes service, hard work, patriotism, and inspiring others. Shawn says, "I have spent my career serving our country in uniform, guided by honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing what is right."- I hear from neighbors and community leaders, our local values are getting lost in Harrisburg. I believe that I can bring a local focus that is missing from Democrats partisan agenda. It is time to get serious about what we need for our area to prosper and stop the partisan bickering and games that have stopped our state government from getting priorities done. I have accomplished goals in my life and I want to take the same attitude to deliver good things for our area.
- I am running because I have seen nearly a year and a half be wasted by a hyper-partisan Democrat majority that can’t seem to get the job done. What I hear from friends and neighbors is that they are sick of the political games in Harrisburg where Democrats take months off at a time rather than deliver on important issues like bringing down everyday costs, fully funding education, and stopping violent crime.
- I care about the future of our area and the future of the Commonwealth. The future is about good jobs, safe streets, and great education. The future is about local development. The future is not about partisan games played by politicians. I’m not a politician. I am a Dairy Farmer, SMALL Business owner, a Dad, Grandfather and mentor.
Constituent Services: Assisting constituents with navigating state government agencies, accessing services, and addressing concerns or problems they may encounter. This often involves acting as a liaison between constituents and state agencies to resolve issues and provide assistance.
Collaboration: Working collaboratively with other members of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, as well as with the Senate and the Governor's office, to build consensus, negotiate legislation, and enact policies that benefit the state and its residents.
Healthcare Access and Affordability: Addressing healthcare access and affordability issues, including expanding access to healthcare services, controlling healthcare costs, and improving health outcomes for all residents.
Education Reform: Implementing education reforms to improve student outcomes, close achievement gaps, and ensure that all students have access to high-quality education and opportunities for success.
Infrastructure Investment: Investing in infrastructure projects to modernize and maintain critical infrastructure, including roads, bridges, public transportation, water systems, and broadband internet access.
Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability: Mitigating the impacts of climate change, adapting to changing environmental conditions, and promoting environmental sustainability through renewable energy development, conservation efforts, and emissions reduction strategies.
Fiscal Stability: Ensuring fiscal stability and responsible budget management to address budget deficits, pension liabilities, and other fiscal challenges while maintaining essential services and investments in key priorities.
Social Equity and Justice: Addressing issues of social equity and justice, including racial inequality, poverty, housing affordability, criminal justice reform, and access to social services and opportunities for all residents.
Technological Innovation: Embracing technological innovation and digital transformation to drive economic growth, improve government services, and enhance the quality of life for residents.
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See also
2024 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 26, 2024
