Sherry  Dorsey Walker

Sherry Dorsey Walker

Democrat
  • Political Experience? Yes

Representative Sherry Dorsey Walker, a native of Wilmington, Delaware, was the first person of color elected to the Delaware House of Representatives from the 3rd District in 2018, and previously, the first woman and person of color elected to the 6th District of the Wilmington City Council in 2012. She holds a Master's degree in Film from Howard University and a Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism from the University of Delaware. In 2001, Walker founded SWAP Productions LLC, an independent film production company, where she produced “Justice For All: The Documentary,” a film that contributed to federal juvenile justice reform. Walker serves on several House committees, including as Chair of the Sunset Committee, and played a significant role in adding people of color as a protected class in Delaware’s constitution.

Walker’s campaign focuses on:

  • Agriculture

  • Criminal Justice Reform

  • Economic Opportunities

  • Voting Rights

Races

RaceElection YearElection LevelElection Type
Lt. Governor - Delaware Democratic Primary 2024StatePrimary
Candidates Pct. Votes
Sherry  Dorsey Walker Kyle Evans Gay Winner 90.3%
406,638
Sherry  Dorsey Walker Sherry Dorsey Walker 6.9%
31,035
Sherry  Dorsey Walker Debbie Harrington 2.8%
12,640
(100%) precincts reporting
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