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Mary Ann Claytor (D – State Auditor)
Sean Hornbuckle, Minority Leader (D - Cabell, 025)
Sean Hornbuckle, Minority Leader (D - Cabell, 025)
Born and raised in West Virginia, Lenae Johnson comes from a proud coal-mining family. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration (Accounting) from WV State College and has dedicated her career to serving West Virginia's government and communities. With 22 years of hands-on experience in the WV State Auditor's Office, she is committed to making a positive impact.
Sean Hornbuckle, Minority Leader (D - Cabell, 025)
Sean Hornbuckle, Minority Leader (D - Cabell, 025)
Sean Hornbuckle, Minority Leader (D - Cabell, 025)
Sean Hornbuckle was born in Huntington, West Virginia, and graduated from Huntington High School. He earned a B.A. in sports management and marketing and an M.B.A., both from Marshall University. His career experience includes working as a financial representative at MassMutual.
Hollis Lewis (D - Kanawha, 057)
Sean Hornbuckle, Minority Leader (D - Cabell, 025)
Anitra Hamilton (D - Monongalia, 081)
Lewis, a native of Charleston’s Westside, graduated from West Virginia State University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, where he also lettered in football. He went on to attend law school at Southern University Law Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A dedicated community leader, Lewis has served as a volunteer football coach and sits on several boards, including the Charleston Urban Renewal Authority and the Clay Center. He is also a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Lewis is married to Dr. Elisha Lewis, and together they have four daughters.
Anitra Hamilton (D - Monongalia, 081)
Anitra Hamilton (D - Monongalia, 081)
Anitra Hamilton (D - Monongalia, 081)
At the time of her appointment, Hamilton was the president of the NAACP for Morgantown and Kingwood. She was also serving as the vice president of the WVU Council on Gender Equity and was the minister of Agape Life in Fairmont
Thomas Jones (D - Kanawha, 052)
Anitra Hamilton (D - Monongalia, 081)
Teresa Johnson (D - Huntington, 05)
Thomas Jones is a dedicated community advocate and activist with years of experience serving West Virginia. From organizing clean-ups to helping the underserved, he is committed to addressing local issues so communities can thrive. An Assistant Pastor at New First Baptist Church of Kanawha City, Thomas holds a Master of Divinity and a bachelor's in religious studies. He works in healthcare, serving populations with complex behavioral, medical, and social challenges. Married to his wife Amelia for 22 years, Thomas enjoys family time, especially with his grandchildren. He is also a WVSSAC-certified basketball coach and official, actively involved in youth sports.
Teresa Johnson (D - Huntington, 05)
Anitra Hamilton (D - Monongalia, 081)
Teresa Johnson (D - Huntington, 05)
Teresa Johnson, originally from Columbus, Ohio, moved to Huntington in 1978 after marrying Virgil Johnson. In 1979, she began babysitting, which led to the founding of her own childcare center, Heaven Sent. With six-and-a-half years in foster care and three years as a member of CASA, Teresa is dedicated to supporting children and families. A member of Real-Life Christian Center Church, she starts each day with a devotional. Teresa also serves on the boards of the Fairfield Community Development Corporation and Fairfield Alliance and is a connector with Faith Health.
Tony O. Martin (D - Beckley, 44)
Osmund Anderson (D - Jefferson, 99)
Osmund Anderson (D - Jefferson, 99)
Tony O. Martin, born and raised in the East Park neighborhood of Beckley, studied criminal justice at the College of West Virginia. He and his wife, Jaymi, are proud to have raised their three children in the city they love. As a local accountant, Tony has spent the past 23 years helping small business owners grow and manage their businesses.
Osmund Anderson (D - Jefferson, 99)
Osmund Anderson (D - Jefferson, 99)
Osmund Anderson (D - Jefferson, 99)
Osmund Anderson is a committed candidate for the District 99 House of Delegates, driven by a deep passion for community service. As a retired Army veteran and a current Ph.D. candidate at Shenandoah University, he combines leadership, discipline, and dedication to public service. With a strong background in education and a lifelong commitment to learning, Osmund is equipped to address the critical issues facing our district and champion positive change. He is also a devoted husband, father of two, grandfather of seven, and great-grandparent of six.
Lanae Johnson, County Commission (D – Shepherdstown District)
DuRon Jackson, City Council At-Large Representative (D–Huntington District)
DuRon Jackson, City Council At-Large Representative (D–Huntington District)
Born in Brownsville, PA, Lenae Johnson graduated from Belle Vernon Area High School and attended college in Denver, Colorado. She served seven years in the Air Force before being commissioned as a Military Police Officer after graduating from Army Officer Candidate School in 1988. An 18-year resident of Jefferson County, Lenae is a dedicated mother and grandmother with a strong personal investment in the community.
DuRon Jackson, City Council At-Large Representative (D–Huntington District)
DuRon Jackson, City Council At-Large Representative (D–Huntington District)
DuRon Jackson, City Council At-Large Representative (D–Huntington District)
DuRon Jackson is a lifelong resident of Huntington and a graduate of Huntington High School. He began working at Tri-State Airport in the maintenance division maintaining runways and facilities. He discovered his passion while volunteering at the Huntington YMCA in 2003, coaching his children’s basketball teams. He coached for 10 years before receiving a position with the YMCA.