State
State Representative, 1st Plymouth District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state representative votes on Massachusetts laws and the state budget in the General Court.
Taxes & budget
David Michael Golden, Jr.Republican
No documented position found.
Michelle L. BadgerDemocratic
- Supports reforming unrestricted local aid for more equitable funding
Public safety
David Michael Golden, Jr.Republican
No documented position found.
Michelle L. BadgerDemocratic
- Supports passing the PROTECT Act on immigration enforcement
Education
David Michael Golden, Jr.Republican
No documented position found.
Michelle L. BadgerDemocratic
- Filed legislation on transportation funding for large school districts
Health & human services
David Michael Golden, Jr.Republican
No documented position found.
Michelle L. BadgerDemocratic
- Supports C3 grants and livable wages for childcare educators
Government & transparency
David Michael Golden, Jr.Republican
No documented position found.
Michelle L. BadgerDemocratic
- Supports election cybersecurity funding and paper ballots
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