Simon Hargus

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Simon Hargus
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Democratic Party

Elections and appointments
Last election

May 8, 2018

Education

Graduate

Western Governors University

Other

Ohio University

Personal
Profession
Physical Therapist
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Simon Hargus (Democratic Party) ran for election to the West Virginia State Senate to represent District 3. He lost in the Democratic primary on May 8, 2018.

Biography

Simon Hargus lives in Parkersburg, West Virginia. He earned a doctorate in physical therapy from Ohio University in 2000 and a master's degree in healthcare administration and management from Western Governors University in 2017. Hargus’ career experience includes working as an owner and director with First Settlement Physical Therapy.[1][2]

Elections

2018

See also: West Virginia State Senate elections, 2018

General election

General election for West Virginia State Senate District 3

Incumbent Mike Azinger defeated Jim Leach in the general election for West Virginia State Senate District 3 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
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Mike Azinger (R)
 
57.4
 
19,964
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Jim Leach (D)
 
42.6
 
14,818

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 34,782
(100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for West Virginia State Senate District 3

Jim Leach defeated Simon Hargus in the Democratic primary for West Virginia State Senate District 3 on May 8, 2018.

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Jim Leach
 
55.1
 
3,695
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Simon Hargus
 
44.9
 
3,009

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 6,704
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for West Virginia State Senate District 3

Incumbent Mike Azinger advanced from the Republican primary for West Virginia State Senate District 3 on May 8, 2018.

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Campaign themes

2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Simon Hargus participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on April 9, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Simon Hargus' responses follow below.[3]

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

“ 1) School funding

2) New Jobs to WV
3) Helping Solve Opioid Crisis[4][5]

”

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

“ I grew up in my district and passionately believe that our schools are the foundation of Our community. I am a small business owner (130 employees) with a background in Healthcare Administration so the Opioid Crisis and the many interconnected issues surrounding is also a strong passion.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[5] ”

Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Simon Hargus answered the following:

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

“ My mother started our family business. She's an immigrant from India that moved here with no money and no connections. Her determination and courage is truly inspiring.[5] ”
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
“ Watch some videos or read some books by Robert Reich[5] ”
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
“ To think of the job as someone who is there to listen to people and then go to their capital and help them. Be prepared, study, work hard and forget the rest. The job is not raising money or playing political talking point games.[5] ”
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
“ I believe in helping people and that a strong community is paramount. I have a MBA and doctorate in physical therapy and run my own business. I'm hard working and honest.[5] ”
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
“ To listen, study, and help.[5] ”
What legacy would you like to leave?
“ That I was a positive influence for my community and state. My father always said give more than you take in every interaction and you'll be on the right path.[5] ”
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
“ 9/11 happened while I was in high school. That day is very vivid.[5] ”
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
“ Working as a counselor at the local YMCA for 2 years.[5] ”
What happened on your most awkward date?
“ I had some stomach issues on the first date with my wife. Details not needed. lol[5] ”
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
“ Probably Christmas, so much family time.[5] ”
What is your favorite book? Why?
“ Tie between Catch-22 and Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.[5] ”
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
“ Haha, probably a character form Hitchhikers.[5] ”
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
“ A wooden sword a neighbor carved for me when I was little.[5] ”
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
“ Upswing by Prinze George[5] ”
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
“ Low blood sugar and finding my keys[5] ”
Do you believe that it's beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
“ No[5] ”
What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?
“ Jobs, opioid crisis, managing oil and gas industry.[5] ”
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?
“ Cooperational[5] ”
Do you believe it's beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
“ Yes, i believe in cooperation always, but you can't compromise certain principles such as civil rights for all .[5] ”
What process do you favor for redistricting?
“ Making it as party neutral as possible.[5] ”
Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
“ Bob Beach[5] ”
Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?
“ No[5] ”
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?
“ What the teachers did in our state was inspirational for the whole country and to me personally.[5] ”

See also

External links

Footnotes

  1. ↑ The Parkersburg News and Sentinel, "Simon Hargus running for West Virginia Senate," February 8, 2018
  2. ↑ LinkedIn, "Simon Hargus," accessed February 15, 2018
  3. ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
  4. ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Simon Hargus' responses," April 9, 2018
  5. ↑ 5.00 5.01 5.02 5.03 5.04 5.05 5.06 5.07 5.08 5.09 5.10 5.11 5.12 5.13 5.14 5.15 5.16 5.17 5.18 5.19 5.20 5.21 5.22 5.23 5.24 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.


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