Sherry Giebler

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Sherry Giebler

Democratic Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

Graduate

Fort Hays State University

Personal

Birthplace

Salina, Kan.

Religion

Methodist

Profession

Educator

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Sherry Giebler (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Kansas State Senate to represent District 37. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

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

Biography

Sherry Giebler was born in Salina, Kansas. She earned a graduate degree from Fort Hays State University. Giebler's career experience includes working as an educator.

Elections

2024

See also: Kansas State Senate elections, 2024

General election

General election for Kansas State Senate District 37

Douglas Shane defeated Sherry Giebler in the general election for Kansas State Senate District 37 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Douglas Shane (R)	59.3	21,460
		Sherry Giebler (D)	40.7	14,705

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 36,165
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Kansas State Senate District 37

Sherry Giebler advanced from the Democratic primary for Kansas State Senate District 37 on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sherry Giebler	100.0	2,516

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,516
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Kansas State Senate District 37

Douglas Shane advanced from the Republican primary for Kansas State Senate District 37 on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Douglas Shane	100.0	4,542

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,542
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Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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

Sherry Giebler was born in Salina, Kansas. She earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology in 1989 , a master's degree in 1992, and an EdS in 2018 all from Fort Hays State University. She also holds a LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in the state of Kansas. Her 30 year career experience includes working as a counselor in public education K-12, Johnson County Community College, adjunct professor at Fort Hays State University, and private practice. She retired in 2023.

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?

• Education- Fully fund special education and keep public dollars in public schools.
• Healthcare- Support access to affordable healthcare including mental and reproductive health.
• Economic Growth- Develop policies that promote businesses and maintain the necessary infrastructure and services to create long term economic growth.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

She is passionate about mental health and making sure those that need services are able to receive assistance. She also supports labor unions and their ability to help build a strong working class.

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 comes to memory was in 1979, the energy crisis. As a 13 year old, the most concerning memory about this era was that my father was a truck driver and this had a huge impact on his ability to work. Also, the nightly news was reporting that the Shah had came to power and made himself a dictator, contrary to those in the country that wanted a democracy.

What committees interest you?

Senate Committee on Education and Senate Committee on Health and Human Services

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Campaign finance summary

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Sherry Giebler campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Kansas State Senate District 37	Lost general	$12,235	$0
Grand total			$12,235	$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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Footnotes

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Current members of the Kansas State Senate

Leadership

Senate President:Ty Masterson

Majority Leader:Chase Blasi

Minority Leader:Dinah Sykes

Senators

District 1

Craig Bowser (R)

District 2

Marci Francisco (D)

District 3

Rick Kloos (R)

District 4

David Haley (D)

District 5

Jeff Klemp (R)

District 6

Pat Pettey (D)

District 7

Ethan Corson (D)

District 8

Cindy Holscher (D)

District 9

Beverly Gossage (R)

District 10

Mike Thompson (R)

District 11

Kellie Warren (R)

District 12

Caryn Tyson (R)

District 13

Tim Shallenburger (R)

District 14

Michael Fagg (R)

District 15

Virgil Peck (R)

District 16

Ty Masterson (R)

District 17

Mike Argabright (R)

District 18

Kenny Titus (R)

District 19

Patrick Schmidt (D)

District 20

Brenda Dietrich (R)

District 21

Dinah Sykes (D)

District 22

Brad Starnes (R)

District 23

Adam Thomas (R)

District 24

Scott Hill (R)

District 25

Mary Ware (D)

District 26

Chase Blasi (R)

District 27

Joe Claeys (R)

District 28

Mike Petersen (R)

District 29

Oletha Faust-Goudeau (D)

District 30

Renee Erickson (R)

District 31

Stephen Owens (R)

District 32

Larry Alley (R)

District 33

Tory Blew (R)

District 34

Michael Murphy (R)

District 35

TJ Rose (R)

District 36

Elaine Bowers (R)

District 37

Douglas Shane (R)

District 38

Ronald Ryckman (R)

District 39

Bill Clifford (R)

District 40

Rick Billinger (R)

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Democratic Party (9)