
Kayode Abegunde
- Political Experience? Yes
Kayode Abegunde is a Democratic candidate for Delaware Insurance Commissioner, running for the position again after his initial campaign in 2020. He brings a wealth of experience in public service, business, and community advocacy. Abegunde holds a bachelor's degree in accounting, a Master’s in Finance, and another MBA in Healthcare Administration. His professional background includes roles as Director of Services and Operations at Keystone Human Services and as Principal Consultant/CEO at Entrepreneurial Consulting LLC. He has also been actively involved in various community roles, such as serving on the Financial Advisory Council for New Castle County and as a past Behavioral and Mental Health Commissioner for the state of Delaware
Key Campaign Issues:
- Equity: Advocating against discriminatory practices in insurance, such as redlining.
- Affordability: Working with insurance companies to lower premiums for Delaware residents.
- Accessibility: Expanding the range of insurance products available in Delaware to reduce monopolies.
Races
Race | Election Year | Election Level | Election Type |
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Insurance Commissioner - Delaware Democratic Primary | 2024 | State | Primary |
Candidates | Pct. | Votes | |
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74.0% |
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61,257 |
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26.0% |
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21,569 |
* = incumbent | (100%) precincts reporting Updated |