Martyn Bridgeman

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Martyn Bridgeman

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Last election

November 5, 2024

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High school

Boston Arts Academy

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Martyn Bridgeman ran in a special election to the Phoenix City Council to represent District 7 in Arizona. He lost in the special general election on November 5, 2024.

Bridgeman also ran for election to the Phoenix City Council to represent District 7 in Arizona. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

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

Biography

Martyn Bridgeman earned a high school diploma from the Boston Arts Academy. He has been affiliated with the Phoenix Center for the Arts and The S.E.E.N.

Elections

2024

See also: City elections in Phoenix, Arizona (2024)

General election

General election for Phoenix City Council District 7

Anna Hernandez defeated Marcelino Quiñonez, Michael Nowakowski, and Martyn Bridgeman in the general election for Phoenix City Council District 7 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Anna Hernandez (Nonpartisan)	52.9	21,184
		Marcelino Quiñonez (Nonpartisan)	21.3	8,516
		Michael Nowakowski (Nonpartisan)	14.9	5,954
		Martyn Bridgeman (Nonpartisan)	10.6	4,236
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	166

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 40,056
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Emilio Avila Solis (Nonpartisan)
• Lisa Perez (Nonpartisan)

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Bridgeman in this election.

Special

See also: City elections in Phoenix, Arizona (2024)

General election

Special general election for Phoenix City Council District 7

Incumbent Carlos Galindo-Elvira defeated Michael Nowakowski and Martyn Bridgeman in the special general election for Phoenix City Council District 7 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Carlos Galindo-Elvira (Nonpartisan)	52.6	19,939
		Michael Nowakowski (Nonpartisan)	25.1	9,508
		Martyn Bridgeman (Nonpartisan)	21.5	8,140
		Other/Write-in votes	0.8	303

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 37,890
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Emilio Avila Solis (Nonpartisan)

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Gallego in this election.

Campaign themes

2024

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Ballotpedia survey responses

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Martyn Bridgeman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bridgeman'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 native of Phoenix, AZ, my journey toward running for City Council began with a deeply rooted commitment to uplifting others, a passion ignited during my formative years within a family heavily engaged in community work. I am a compassionate and forward-thinking leader, is the ideal candidate to represent District 7. Every resident shares a vision: to live in a neighborhood that is safe, clean, and enjoyable. While the issues we confront may be varied, there is no cookie-cutter solution. What matters most is a thoughtful, inclusive approach that respects the distinct character of each community.

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?

• Not Left Not Right Only FOWARD
• My approach isn’t reactionary, rather calm and deliberate, focused on crafting policies that truly benefit us all. Good decisions stem from careful planning and understanding, that is the only way our community can thrive
• I’m ready to lead District 7 into a brighter future—one defined by collaboration, compassion, and progress.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Public Safety, Community Empowerment, Economic Development, Neighborhood Services, Responsible Development and LISTENING.

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

An elected official should be selfless, eager to serve, willingness to listen and know that it is ok to not know all the answers HOWEVER they should know who in the community to reach out to.

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

To represent the people by listening, educating and caring.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like my legacy to be known as someone who has builds BRIDGES for all communities to be connected. Someone who has extended a hand to the generation in front of me and extending a hand to the generation behind me. I would like to be known as an elected official who represented the people with grace and dignity.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No I do not believe it is beneficial. Sometimes the best ideas come from people who have not had previous experience in government or politics because they are willing to ask "what is working, what is not working and how we can improve ?"

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