Choose Common Sense for North Idaho. Vote Different.
This November, a vote for the Democratic Candidates on your ballot will get you pragmatic, local leadership committed to putting the needs of our community before party priorities in Boise.
Meet Your North Idaho Candidates
Dedicated public servants fighting for lower costs, strong public schools, and community-first leadership in Boise.
Valerie Wade
State Senator • District 2"When you send me to Boise to represent you as your state senator, I will not forget where I came from or who I am working for: you."
Valerie leads with core Idaho values: neighbor helping neighbor, keeping your word, and maintaining a strong sense of independence. She is dedicated to listening to constituents and representing rural North Idaho with integrity.
Birgid Niedenzu
Idaho House • District 2"Vote for common sense in November and let's stop wasting time and taxpayer resources."
A 30-year resident of rural North Idaho, Birgid is running to give practical, common-sense Idahoans a true voice in Boise. She is dedicated to protecting public lands, quality education, and stopping state government overreach.
Sabine Krier
State Representative • Seat 2B"In reality, we all want the same things: a healthy, safe, and affordable community, opportunities to learn, and confidence that our future holds promise."
A 40-year Idaho resident, school volunteer, former EMT, and Fire & Fuels GIS Specialist, Sabine is running to represent the 50,000+ residents of District 2 with practical, independent leadership dedicated to community safety, public education, and local opportunities.
Brian Seguin
State Senator • District 3"Government should serve the people, not out-of-state special interests."
Brian is a long-time Idaho resident running a people-first, grassroots campaign against incumbent Doug Okuniewicz. Brian will work to support the values and quality of life that make North Idaho home.
Melissa Mateer
State Representative • Seat 3A"Idaho needs leaders who act with integrity, decency, and compassion on behalf of all constituents."
Melissa is a geologic consultant challenging long-term incumbent Vito Barbieri. Her key issues are affordability, prosperity for working families, healthcare access, women’s rights, and public land preservation.
Carissa Brewer
State Senator • District 4"Politicians are public servants first and foremost."
Carissa believes deeply in accountable, transparent governance and will work hard to ensure every voice in District 4 is treated with integrity, dignity, and respect in the Idaho Senate.
Maxwell McSwain
State Representative • Seat 4A"Building a better Idaho for everyone, starting right here in Coeur d’Alene."
Maxwell is a 27-year-old working-class Idahoan who grew up in Coeur d’Alene. Raised in a family of public servants, Maxwell focuses on expanding healthcare, lowering tax burdens, and investing in public education.
Aaron Hayes
State Representative • Seat 4B"Everyone in this amazing community deserves to be heard."
Aaron is campaigning to represent District 4 in Boise with pragmatic leadership, bringing community members together and ensuring local voices guide policy decisions.
Mirna Pleines
State Representative • Seat 5A"Boise decisions directly affect whether our rural hospitals stay open and whether families can thrive."
Mirna brings 10+ years of healthcare compliance expertise, including work at a local Critical Access Hospital. Married to a disabled U.S. Air Force veteran, Mirna advocates for rural healthcare funding, veteran care, and working families.
Lee Wallace
State Representative • Seat 5B"Serving our community through education and leadership to ensure North Idaho voices are heard in Boise."
Lee Wallace is a Communications Instructor at North Idaho College and educator with IDLA. Holding a Master’s from Gonzaga and degrees in law enforcement and drafting, Lee brings decades of educational and public service experience to the legislature.
Adam Chapman
State Senator • District 5"Working to mobilize our economy and transform it into one that solves real problems for working families."
Adam Chapman is a Coeur d’Alene community member championing working-class economic relief, pro-labor priorities, and environmental stewardship to protect Lake Coeur d’Alene and lower healthcare costs.
Election Information & Key Deadlines
Ensure your voice is heard. Verify your registration, request an absentee ballot, or locate your polling place before Election Day.
Pre-Registration Deadline
Voter registration applications must be delivered to the Elections Office by 5:00 PM for paper forms or Midnight for online registration.
Register Online via VoteIdaho.gov →Absentee Ballot Request Cutoff
Requests must reach the Elections Office by 5:00 PM for paper applications or Midnight for online requests.
Request Absentee Ballot →In-Person Early Voting Window
Eligible voters can request a ballot and vote early in person at the Kootenai County Elections Office, Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Elections Office Details →General Election Day
In-person voting is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Confirm your registration and designated polling place before heading out.
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