Paul E. Kaplan
Candidate for Mayor of Franklin
Background
- Occupation
- Mayor of Franklin; insurance agency owner
Elected Mayor of Franklin in November 2024 after more than 30 years as a local police officer; has run an Aflac insurance agency for over 25 years.
Photo: Candidate-submitted photo — Cardinal News voter guide
Documented positions
Education
Supports improving Franklin's schools.
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“I would love to see the schools improve to provide our children with greater opportunity.”
Housing
Supports controlled growth and affordable housing.
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“I support controlled growth and affordable housing.”
Economy & jobs
Supports the joint Franklin-Southampton economic development office.
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“I also work along side of our joint Franklin Southampton economic development office to enhance our ability to attract new businesses”
Environment & parks
Supports the new recreation center and park expansion.
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“we're building a beautiful new community recreation center and expanding our parks.”
All sources (3)
- Southampton, Franklin election candidates named
News coverage · The Tidewater News · Jul 1, 2026 · thetidewaternews.com
- Candidate list, November 3, 2026 General Election: City of Franklin (all offices)
Election filing · Virginia Department of Elections · elections.virginia.gov
- How to vote in Franklin (city): candidate questionnaire (Cardinal News, via ElectUp)
Candidate questionnaire · Cardinal News · app.electup.com
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