State Sen. Ellie Kinnaird to run for re-election – Local/State – NewsObserver.com

In what some see as a surprise move, state Sen. Ellie Kinaird, D-District 23, announced today she will seek her eighth term.

“This last term has been a challenge for the State budget, just like it has for families throughout the state, but I have been able to provide the leadership to write and guide legislation benefiting every person in the district and in the state,” Kinnaird said.

“I want to further encourage the development of alternative energy and energy efficiency to improve our people’s health and economic security. The mental health crisis is not yet behind us and I want to improve the situation as best we can in these lean times.

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