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Governor's Councillor
7th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A governor's councillor is one of eight elected members who vote to confirm the governor's judicial nominations, pardons and commutations.
Courts & justice
Margaret M. AbboudRepublican
- Pledges independence on judicial appointments and clemency
Paul M. DePaloDemocratic
- Supports judges chosen for temperament and commitment to justice
- Voted for blanket pardon of cannabis possession convictions
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