Susan Shumway

Susan Shumway

Democratic Party

Candidate, Missouri State Senate District 2

Elections and appointments

Next election

November 3, 2026

Education

Bachelor's

University of Missouri-Kansas City, 1995

Graduate

Texas Christian University, 2001

Personal

Birthplace

Massachusetts

Religion

United Church of Christ

Profession

Chaplain

Contact

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Susan Shumway (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Missouri State Senate to represent District 2. She declared candidacy for the 2026 election.

Biography

Susan Shumway was born in Massachusetts. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri, Kansas City. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 1995 and a graduate degree from Texas Christian University in 2001. Her career experience includes working as a chaplain.

Elections

2026

See also: Missouri State Senate elections, 2026

Note: At this time, Ballotpedia is combining all declared candidates for this election into one list under a general election heading. As primary election dates are published, this information will be updated to separate general election candidates from primary candidates as appropriate.

General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for Missouri State Senate District 2

Incumbent Nick Schroer and Susan Shumway are running in the general election for Missouri State Senate District 2 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Nick Schroer (R)
		Susan Shumway (D)

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2024

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 108

Mike Costlow defeated Susan Shumway and Patrick Andrew Miller in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Costlow (R)	62.8	13,059
		Susan Shumway (D)	35.7	7,434
	Submit photo	Patrick Andrew Miller (G)	1.5	311

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 20,804
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108

Susan Shumway advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Susan Shumway	100.0	1,452

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,452
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108

Mike Costlow defeated Max Calfo in the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Costlow	60.0	2,511
		Max Calfo	40.0	1,676

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,187
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Endorsements

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2022

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 108

Justin Hicks defeated Susan Shumway in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Justin Hicks (R)	63.9	8,895
		Susan Shumway (D)	36.1	5,028

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 13,923
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108

Susan Shumway advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Susan Shumway	100.0	1,810

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,810
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108

Justin Hicks defeated Matthew Griese and Karen Vennard in the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Justin Hicks	53.0	2,171
		Matthew Griese	24.8	1,016
		Karen Vennard	22.2	912

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,099
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2020

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 108

Incumbent Justin Hill defeated Susan Shumway in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Justin Hill (R)	64.7	15,209
		Susan Shumway (D)	35.3	8,296

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 23,505
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108

Susan Shumway advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Susan Shumway	100.0	2,566

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,566
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108

Incumbent Justin Hill advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Justin Hill	100.0	4,143

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,143
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Campaign themes

2026

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2024

Susan Shumway did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.

2022

Susan Shumway completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Shumway'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 Christian Minister I believe in radical love to be shared with all. I am committed and called to make sure ALL people are listened to and their needs are addressed.

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?

• Health Care is a right and Missouri needs to addressed health care needs of MIssourians.
• A good education is a vital foundation that all children should receive.
• No one person is greater than another and there should be Equality of all people

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about Health Care, Education and Equality.

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

Christ's radical love

What legacy would you like to leave?

To leave my little piece of earth better than when it was when I arrived.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Challenger disaster in 8th grade.

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

I worked for Pizza Hut right out of High School for almost 3 years

What is your favorite book? Why?

Too many...I'm a book-a-holic

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

Amen by King and Country

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2020

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Susan is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ. She is grounded in her faith and love for all of God's children, including her own sons, Ian and Zachary. Susan was born in Massachusetts and has lived in Louisiana, Mississippi, Kansas City, Dallas, and now O'Fallon for the last 15 years. Along the way, she has received her BA in History from UMKC and her Master of Divinity from Texas Christian University. Her parents are retired and living in Connecticut. Susan has been involved in St Charles County Equality Coalition, St Charles Progressive Democrats, and is an active member of Grace United Church of Christ in O'Fallon.

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?

• Susan is a woman of Integrity and was raised to believe that you are only as good as your word. Susan does not make promises that she cannot keep.
• Susan is a compassionate listener and it is through compassionate listening that Susan finds commonality with others that allows her to build bridges and relationships. Susan looks forward to building relationships with unexpected people in Jeff City.
• Susan believes in Equality for all and is a champion of women's rights. She believes it is her responsibility to open doors that are closed for others.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Susan is passionate about healthcare and insuring that everyone has access to good affordable healthcare. Susan was raised by a group of teachers who taught her the value of an education and she believes that everyone should have a good education. Susan believes in equality of all people and believes in fighting for women's rights and LGBTQIA rights.

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

I am a compassionate advocate, good listener, bridge builder, hard-working, woman of integrity who knows how to get things done.

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

My responsibility is to represent the people in my district to the best of my ability. This includes the people who voted for me, the people who voted for my opponent, and the people who did not vote at all.

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

My first job was for Pizza Hut as a cook. I worked for them for 3 years beginning in my senior year of high school and my first 2 years of college. It was great as I was able to transfer stores as I went back and forth to college and then home for breaks.

What is your favorite book? Why?

How could I ever choose 1 book! I read a lot of romances for relaxation and average reading 4 books on a slow week. I do re-read because it's amazing what you pick up different times when reading a book.

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

Redoing the tax structure and budget in Missouri to address the needs of all of Missourians.

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

The state swings Democratic and Republican. I prefer it to swing for Missourians and to make that happen there needs to be conversation between the two parties and their members. Conversations involve give and take and learning about the other person.

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

I would love to be on the following committees: Children and Family, Elementary and Secondary Education, Ethics, Health and Mental Health Policy, Joint Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect, Joint Committee on Education

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Susan Shumway campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Missouri House of Representatives District 108	Lost general	$14,904	$14,637
2022	Missouri House of Representatives District 108	Lost general	$15,583	$14,789
2020	Missouri House of Representatives District 108	Lost general	$5,727	N/A**
Grand total			$36,213	$29,426
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
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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Footnotes

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Current members of the Missouri State Senate

Leadership

Majority Leader:Tony Luetkemeyer

Minority Leader:Doug Beck

Senators

District 1

Doug Beck (D)

District 2

Nick Schroer (R)

District 3

Mike Henderson (R)

District 4

Karla May (D)

District 5

Steve Roberts (D)

District 6

Mike Bernskoetter (R)

District 7

Patty Lewis (D)

District 8

Mike Cierpiot (R)

District 9

Barbara Washington (D)

District 10

Travis Fitzwater (R)

District 11

Joe Nicola (R)

District 12

Rusty Black (R)

District 13

Angela Mosley (D)

District 14

Brian Williams (D)

District 15

David Gregory (R)

District 16

Justin Brown (R)

District 17

Maggie Nurrenbern (D)

District 18

Cindy O'Laughlin (R)

District 19

Stephen Webber (D)

District 20

Curtis Trent (R)

District 21

Kurtis Gregory (R)

District 22

Mary Coleman (R)

District 23

Adam Schnelting (R)

District 24

Tracy McCreery (D)

District 25

Jason Bean (R)

District 26

Ben Brown (R)

District 27

Jamie Burger (R)

District 28

Sandy Crawford (R)

District 29

Mike Moon (R)

District 30

Lincoln Hough (R)

District 31

Rick Brattin (R)

District 32

Jill Carter (R)

District 33

Brad Hudson (R)

District 34

Tony Luetkemeyer (R)

Republican Party (24)

Democratic Party (10)