Voter Guide: Our Democratic candidates for the November 2026 election
- Aug 5
- 3 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Greenbrier County Democratic Women's Club and our Blue Skies Ahead political action committee are proud to endorse these highly qualified candidates for the November 3, 2026, general election.
Each of these candidates has demonstrated a strong commitment to our community and the issues that matter most to women and families.
“We are confident in their leadership, their qualifications, and their ability to serve with integrity,” said Carol Evans, president of the Greenbrier Democratic Women’s Club. “Now, we must get out the voters who believe in local control over data centers, who believe in helping the most vulnerable children and families, who believe in supporting public schools, and who want commonsense policies that will rein in the skyrocketing costs of groceries and utilities to support these candidates in November.”
We encourage you to learn more about these candidates, support their campaigns, and make your voice heard by voting in the November 3, 2026, general election.
US SENATE CANDIDATE: Rachael Fetty Anderson is a public interest lawyer who represents children and families, victims of domestic violence, students requiring special education services, family members trying to adopt or become guardians, and other vulnerable populations. She served on the Morgantown City Council from 2017 to 2021 as the city and council wrestled with pension shortfalls, personnel challenges, and surging needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. She serves on the Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board.
US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 1 CANDIDATE: Vince George is a retired public policy analyst who was raised in Dunbar and South Charleston. He is a former social worker, former eligibility examiner for federal and state programs, former teacher (West Virginia Education Association member), and a retired member of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees.
STATE SENATE DISTRICT 10 CANDIDATE: Kent Gilkerson is a Monroe County farmer and retired correctional officer who served for more than two decades as a union leader at the facility. Originally from Fayette County, he founded Sunset Berry Farm near Alderson, which is now a successful business and agritourism destination.
HOUSE OF DELEGATES DISTRICT 40 CANDIDATE: Jennifer Gilkerson is a farmer and owner of Sunset Berry Farm in Monroe County. She is also a substitute teacher in Summers County and serves as president of the West Virginia Agritourism Association, working to build sustainable rural economic growth.
HOUSE OF DELEGATES DISTRICT 46 CANDIDATE: Sarah Umberger retired from Greenbrier County Schools after 24 years as a special education teacher. As a leader in her professional life, on nonprofit boards across Greenbrier County, and an active member of the Democratic Women’s Club and Democratic Executive Committee, Sarah has spent her adult life serving others. She now seeks to serve her community as a delegate. Campaign Website | Donate Page | Ballotpedia | Campaign Facebook
HOUSE OF DELEGATES DISTRICT 47 CANDIDATE: Sarah Morris is a working-class candidate, small business owner, caregiver, and Greenbrier County native. She built her career after leaving West Virginia, returned home to care for her mother, and to be closer to her community. Her experiences navigating the healthcare system, balancing work and caregiving, and running a small business shaped her belief that West Virginians shouldn’t have to leave home to find opportunity.
HOUSE OF DELEGATES DISTRICT 48 CANDIDATE: Jourdan Deitz is a Richwood native, a Coast Guard veteran, and a graduate of Shepherd University. She has served on the Richwood City Council for five years and is active in community redevelopment. She has been serving on the Richwood City Council for the past five years and has been active in city redevelopment.
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