David Johnson for State Representative

I’m running because I believe our community deserves strong schools, affordable healthcare, and honest, transparent government that works for everyday people — not the rich and powerful. As a public school teacher, I see every day how decisions made in Frankfort affect real families, and I want to make sure those decisions work for the people who live here.

Leadership means representing everyone, not just the people who agree with you. I want every person in this district to know that they will not be ignored or silenced. Whether you’re a Democrat, Republican, Independent, or someone frustrated with politics altogether, your concerns deserve to be heard and respected.

As a teacher, I know strong schools depend on proper funding, support for educators, and services for students with disabilities. I will advocate for policies that support teachers, strengthen special education, and make sure schools have the resources they need to help every student succeed.

While others pose for pictures, we need to truly invest in Kentucky's future--our children!

Access to healthcare is critical in rural communities. I support strengthening rural clinics, protecting local hospitals, and ensuring healthcare providers have the resources they need to serve patients close to home.

I do not support cuts to Kentucky Medicaid, and I strongly oppose legislation that has placed 35 hospitals on a financial “watch list,” putting access to care at risk for families across our state. Rural Kentuckians deserve stability—not uncertainty—when it comes to their healthcare.

I’ve worked to lower healthcare costs, including supporting the insulin copay cap, and I will continue to advocate for policies that keep rural clinics open, expand access to care, and make healthcare more affordable for families.

A strong local economy starts with working families and small businesses. I support policies that create good jobs, keep money in our local communities, and help small businesses grow without unnecessary red tape. I believe in investing in education and workforce training, supporting local employers, and making sure the economy works for everyday people — not just the wealthy or well-connected.

Tariffs can raise prices for Kentucky families, farmers, and small businesses. When costs go up, local people feel it first. I believe trade policies should protect Kentucky jobs without making everyday life more expensive for the people who live and work here.

David Johnson is known throughout Richmond as a dedicated advocate for fair housing, equal employment opportunities, and treating every person with dignity and respect. As a former member, appointed to the Richmond Human Rights Commission by Mayor Robert Blythe, David worked to ensure that all citizens had a voice and access to equal opportunities within the community. 

Beyond his local service, he has advocated for numerous issues before the Kentucky General Assembly, including efforts to improve access to affordable healthcare and support working families. Throughout his public service, David has built relationships with people from all political backgrounds, focusing on solving problems rather than engaging in partisan politics. 

Many in Richmond know David not for political labels, but as a neighbor they can count on—someone who listens, shows up, and works to make the community a better place for everyone.