2020 Candidate Profile: Nancy Guenst, State Rep., 152nd District

Nancy Guenst

Age (as of Election Day)

62

Position Sought

Pennsylvania State House of Representatives 152nd

Party Affiliation

Democratic

Opponent

Karen Houck, Republican (link to profile will be included here once available)

Family

Husband Stephen, 66 years old, daughter Andrea, 40 years old

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Education

Graduate Hatboro-Horsham High School, Defense Language Institute Monterey CA., Studied Psychology MCCC

Occupation

President, Designs In Stone, Inc., 27 years

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

Currrently the Mayor of Hatboro, Previously served two terms on Hatboro Council

Campaign website

www.nancy4PAhouse.com

Why are you seeking elective office?

To stop the gridlock in Harrisburg. There are many issues that need to be addressed. Equality for our LGBTQ+ community, common sense gun laws, disability advocacy, a reduction if not the elimination of the real estate tax, equitable school funding, reproductive rights, strengthening our Unions, to name a few.

The single most pressing issue facing our state/nation is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

There is not just one pressing issue there are many. Too many people are living in poverty. We need to raise the minimum wage and we need to stop cutting back and/or eliminating the programs that help our residents. I will fight to maintain these vitally needed services.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I have the experience,empathy and compassion it takes to continue the legacy of our retiring Representative.

If you are a challenger, in what way has the incumbent failed the district?

I honor the 14 years of service Tom Murt has given to our community.

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform

Bringing our Democratic values back to our State House.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

I brought our Human Relations ordinance into law in Hatboro as well as our Responsible Contractor Ordinance. I never back down from a fight and will work diligently to bring my constituents' wishes to fruition in Harrisburg.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

This race is not about me. It's about our family values, our family needs and our family safety. I will promise you I will bring all of those to our State House.