Sindicat Dunn

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Sindicat Dunn

Independent

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 2, 2021

Education

Other

Kentucky League of Cities, 2019

Personal

Birthplace

Harrodsburg, Ky.

Religion

Baptist

Profession

Caterer, city councilman, and radio DJ

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Sindicat Dunn (independent) (also known as Sid) ran in a special election to the Kentucky State Senate to represent District 22. He lost as a write-in in the special general election on November 2, 2021.

Dunn completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Sindicat Dunn was born in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. He graduated from the Kentucky League of Cities in 2019. His professional experience includes working as a caterer, city councilman, and radio DJ. Dunn has been affiliated with the Lions Club, KLC, KBC-LEO, and the Keystone Prince Hall Lodge#3.

Elections

2021

See also: Kentucky state legislative special elections, 2021

General election

Special general election for Kentucky State Senate District 22

Donald Douglas defeated Helen Bukulmez and Sindicat Dunn in the special general election for Kentucky State Senate District 22 on November 2, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Donald Douglas (R)	71.5	9,733
	Submit photo	Helen Bukulmez (D)	27.4	3,725
		Sindicat Dunn (Independent) (Write-in)	1.1	150

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 13,608
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Jonah Mitchell (R)
• John Wilson (R)

Campaign themes

2021

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Sindicat Dunn completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Dunn'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.

I'm a Independent Candidate who has the highest level of Education offered by The Ky League of Cities were I've been taught how to better my city of Burgin as 10yr City Councilmen. I've worked with State Legislatures on legislation while on the Board of Directors of KLC and President of Ky Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials. I'm the 2nd generation of our Family BBQ Business of 40years of service, There I've learned to plan and execute task like feeding 2000ppl winning the bid and Trust with clients like Tater Gates, Hitachi, LSC Communication, WLEX and a Host of 1000 more clients. The most rewarding part of it all is serving them and there constituents. Being blessed with The Spirit to Serve is the best gift of all from waiting tables to serving my community its my Passion.

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?

• Write in Dunn and Be Done
• People over Politics
• Bring Faith Back in Politics

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Local Government

Education

Civil Liberties

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Don't sweat the Small Stuff
Who Moved My Cheese

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

Honesty and staying true to your WORD

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

My passion for serving others

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Morality

What legacy would you like to leave?

The same as my predecessor, Friendship, a rewarding Conscious and Most of all Confidence in my Constituents and the people of the Commonwealth of KY.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

DJ at the Skating Rink from Jr and Senior year in High school

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Leon Bridges ( The River)

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

One where they can agree to disagree but most of all respect each other

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Education, Work Force and most of all Morality teach basic rules of Respect learning how to work togther

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes, they need to learn the ABC of Government

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

yes, Working as a team shows character even if you have different views you can respectfully work better together and compromise when needed.

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Senate and Local Government
Economic Development, Tourism and Labor Workforce

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Tom Bufford, He was a mentor and Friend to me. Tom allowed me to use his office while in Frankfort during session even having me sit on the Senate Floor at his Desk I promised Him I would Run when he retired. A Promise Kept

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

no

Tell us your favorite joke.

why is there only 239 beans in a can of Boston Baked Beans?

If the was 1 more it would be to Farty (240) lol[in Boston accent it sounds like Farty beans fart lol]

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Depending on the issue

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Footnotes

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Current members of the Kentucky State Senate

Leadership

Senate President:Robert Stivers

Majority Leader:Max Wise

Minority Leader:Gerald Neal

Senators

District 1

Jason Howell (R)

District 2

Danny Carroll (R)

District 3

Craig Richardson (R)

District 4

Robby Mills (R)

District 5

Stephen Meredith (R)

District 6

Lindsey Tichenor (R)

District 7

Aaron Reed (R)

District 8

Gary Boswell (R)

District 9

David Givens (R)

District 10

Matthew Deneen (R)

District 11

Steve Rawlings (R)

District 12

Amanda Bledsoe (R)

District 13

Reggie Thomas (D)

District 14

Jimmy Higdon (R)

District 15

Rick Girdler (R)

District 16

Max Wise (R)

District 17

Matt Nunn (R)

District 18

Robin Webb (R)

District 19

Cassie Chambers Armstrong (D)

District 20

Gex Williams (R)

District 21

Brandon Storm (R)

District 22

Donald Douglas (R)

District 23

Chris McDaniel (R)

District 24

Shelley Frommeyer (R)

District 25

Robert Stivers (R)

District 26

Karen Berg (D)

District 27

Steve West (R)

District 28

Greg Elkins (R)

District 29

Scott Madon (R)

District 30

Brandon Smith (R)

District 31

Phillip Wheeler (R)

District 32

Mike Wilson (R)

District 33

Gerald Neal (D)

District 34

Jared Carpenter (R)

District 35

Keturah Herron (D)

District 36

Julie Adams (R)

District 37

David Yates (D)

District 38

Mike Nemes (R)

Republican Party (32)

Democratic Party (6)