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Veronica Gillette
Veronica Gillette (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Kansas House of Representatives to represent District 88. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Gillette completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Veronica Gillette was born in Wichita, Kansas. She earned a high school diploma from Wichita North High School. Her career experience includes working as a educator and business owner.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Kansas House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Kansas House of Representatives District 88
Incumbent Sandy Pickert defeated Veronica Gillette in the general election for Kansas House of Representatives District 88 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Sandy Pickert (R)  | 51.1 | 4,524 |
 | Veronica Gillette (D) | 48.9 | 4,337 | |
| Total votes: 8,861 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Kansas House of Representatives District 88
Veronica Gillette defeated Chuck Schmidt in the Democratic primary for Kansas House of Representatives District 88 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Veronica Gillette | 55.3 | 319 |
 | Chuck Schmidt | 44.7 | 258 | |
| Total votes: 577 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Kansas House of Representatives District 88
Incumbent Sandy Pickert advanced from the Republican primary for Kansas House of Representatives District 88 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Sandy Pickert | 100.0 | 514 |
| Total votes: 514 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Gillette in this election.
Pledges
Gillette signed the following pledges.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Veronica Gillette completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Gillette's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Veronica received the Good Apple Award from Wichita Public Schools in the Fall of 2023 for her exemplary service to the school district and its students. Veronica was also recognized by the Realtors of South Central Kansas with the Young Professionals Network award, which is presented to a REALTOR who exemplifies leadership and contributes to the betterment of the community with their time, actions, and talents.
As Veronica became more engaged in the community, she saw that issues critical to success in Wichita are often ignored by the powers in Topeka. The cost of living is higher than ever. From skyrocketing inflation to the lack of affordable housing, basic needs are neglected while divisive, hot-button issues are amplified.- With careers in education and real estate, and her involvement in the community, Veronica has aimed to bridge gap and foster unity in the community. She has worked alongside constituents to address local issues and spark meaningful change.
- Veronica Gillette is running to bring fresh perspective and fresh energy to the Kansas state government.
- Veronica has the experience and energy needed to ensure quality education, accessible healthcare, and housing opportunities are available for every Kansasn.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate Kansas House of Representatives District 88 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on June 24, 2024
