Doug Ricks

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Doug Ricks

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign State Senate
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
Analysis
Personal Background

Doug Ricks holds an associate degree in general agriculture and farm crop management, along with a Bachelor of Arts from Brigham Young University–Idaho. He began his career as a small business owner, managing a computer store before transitioning to a managerial role in higher education. Ricks further specialized in assistive technology within the university setting. His professional background encompasses leadership roles in both the private and public sectors, culminating in his election to the Idaho State Senate.

Political Ideas

Doug Ricks's political identity is shaped by a blend of rural roots and tech-forward thinking, creating a unique ideological stance. His background as a small business owner and assistive technology specialist suggests a knack for leveraging technology to address local issues, potentially leading to innovative policy solutions. Ricks's electoral success in a traditionally conservative district hints at a rhetorical style that resonates with both traditional values and modern concerns. His career trajectory from farming to technology coordination reveals an ideologically agile approach, balancing regional interests with broader technological advancements.

Campaigns
2024: Idaho State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

Idaho Legislative District 34 Senate General Election, 2024

14,618 votes (86.00%)

Win

Idaho Legislative District 34 Senate General Election, 2024

14,618 votes (86.00%)

Win

Idaho Legislative District 34 Senate Primary Election, 2024

3,587 votes (100.00%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Local Government & Taxation
Member
Judiciary & Rules
Member
2022: Idaho State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

Idaho Legislative District 34 Senate General Election, 2022

7,366 votes (100.00%)

Win

Idaho Legislative District 34 Senate Republican Primary Election, 2022

4,517 votes (100.00%)

Win
2020: Idaho State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

Republican primary: Idaho State Senate District 34

4,608 votes (70.00%)

Win
2018: Idaho State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Republican primary: Idaho House of Representatives Seat 34A

2,993 votes (51.40%)

Win
2016: Idaho State House of Representatives

Election History

Republican primary: Idaho House of Representatives Seat 34A

2,465 votes (48.36%)

Loss