Jake Denton
Democrat
Jake Denton, originally from Virginia Beach, is a community activist and advocate for social justice. He has a background in grassroots organizing and has worked on various social justice initiatives as a civil rights and constitutional law attorney. Denton’s campaign emphasizes affordable healthcare, climate action, and economic equity.
Key Campaign Issues:
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Affordable Healthcare: Promoting policies that make healthcare more accessible and affordable.
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Climate Action: Implementing measures to address climate change and protect the environment.
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Economic Equity: Ensuring economic opportunities and fairness for all citizens
Races
| Race | District | Election Year | Election Level | Election Type |
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| U.S. Congress - Virginia Democratic Primary | 2 | 2024 | National | Primary |
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| Candidates | Pct. | Votes | |
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 Missy Cotter Smasal
Winner
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70.1% |
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19,882 |
 Jake Denton
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29.9% |
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8,483 |
| (100%) precincts reporting Updated |
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