2024 Pennsylvania General Election

Meet the Candidate: Bob Goodrich lives life of service to God, country

Ballotpedia: Alan Goodrich

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Alan is originally from Wellsboro, Pennsylvania. He lives with his wife and they have 7 adult children and 13 grandchildren. He serves as a youth minister at his church and a volunteer in his local fire department.

Alan is the headmaster of Wesley Academy in Knoxville, Pennsylvania. He previously served for over 25 years in the United States Army and was discharged as a lieutenant colonel in 2009. 

Alan Goodrich previously ran for commissioner of Tioga County in 2023, but he did not win. He also ran for auditor of Pennsylvania in 2012 but withdrew before the general election.

As of September 30, 2024, Alan R Goodrich Sr did not have a website or any information online.

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Alan R Goodrich Sr

Alan is the headmaster of Wesley Academy in Knoxville, Pennsylvania. He previously served for over 25 years in the United States Army,  and was discharged as a lieutenant colonel in 2009. 

Alan Goodrich previously ran for commissioner of Tioga County in 2023, but did not win. He also ran for auditor of Pennsylvania in 2012 but withdrew before the general election.

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Ballotpedia: Eric Anton 

Eric is originally from Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. He is the party coordinator for the Pennsylvania chapter of the American Solidarity Party and has served on the party's national committee. 

As of October 1, 2024, Eric K Anton did not have a website or any information online.

Eric Anton's campaign for state auditor general in Pennsylvania is his first run for public office. 

As of September 30, 2024, Eric K Anton did not have a website or any information online.

Eric K Anton

Eric is the party coordinator for the Pennsylvania chapter of the American Solidarity Party and has served on the party's national committee. 

Ballotpedia, Malcolm Kenyatta

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Malcolm is from Pennsylvania. He earned his bachelor's degree in public communications from Temple University and his master's degree in strategic and digital communications from Drexel University. He lives with his husband, Matthew, in North Philadelphia. 

Malcolm previously worked as a coordinator at the Graduate Medical Education Department at Hahnemann University Hospital and as the diversity and inclusion engagement coordinator for the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia.

Malcolm Kenyatta currently serves as a state representative for Pennsylvania House District 181.  He was first elected in 2018 and is in his 3rd term. He previously ran for US senator for Pennsylvania in 2022, but did not win. 

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Plans to establish a Bureau of Labor and Worker Protections to address wage theft, employee misclassification, and union busting.

Plans to establish a Bureau of Labor and Worker Protections, which will aim to address wage theft, employee misclassification, and union busting.

Plans to rebuild the Bureau of School Audits, which audits the financial operations of public school districts, charter schools, and intermediate units across the state.

Believes in transparency regarding how large hospital nonprofits and long-term care providers use state funds.

- Plans to establish a Bureau of Labor and Worker Protections, which will aim to address wage theft, employee misclassification, and union busting.
- Plans to rebuild the Bureau of School Audits, which audits the financial operations of public school districts, charter schools, and intermediate units across the state.
- Believes in transparency regarding how large hospital nonprofits and long-term care providers use state funds.

As of September 30, 2024, Malcolm Kenyatta’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Believes in analyzing community safety and gun violence reduction strategies to effectively target crime.

Wants to analyze community safety and gun violence reduction strategies to effectively target crime.

- Wants to analyze community safety and gun violence reduction strategies to effectively target crime.
- Supports a higher minimum wage. 

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Malcolm Kenyatta

Malcolm earned his bachelor's degree in public communications from Temple University and a master's degree in strategic and digital communications from Drexel University.  

Malcolm currently chairs the Presidential Advisory Commission on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity for Black Americans.  He previously worked as a coordinator at the Graduate Medical Education Department at Hahnemann University Hospital and as the diversity and inclusion engagement coordinator for the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia.

Malcolm Kenyatta currently serves as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing District 181.  He was first elected in 2018.

- Plans to establish a Bureau of Labor and Worker Protections, which will aim to address wage theft, employee misclassification, and union busting.

- Believes in transparency regarding how large hospital nonprofits and long-term care providers use state funds.
- Believes in analyzing community safety and gun violence reduction strategies to effectively target crime.
- Plans to rebuild the Bureau of School Audits, which audits the financial operations of public school districts, charter schools, and intermediate units across the state.
- Believes every worker has the right to unionize.

As of October 3, 2024, Malcolm Kenyatta’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Malcolm Kenyatta currently serves in the Pennsylvania General Assembly.

Believes in advocating for Pennsylvania’s working families.

Believes in strong financial management to support families, education, and worker protections.

Supports financial transparency and accountability in political contributions.

Believes in providing "the basic bargain of a good school, a good job, and a safe community" for hardworking families.

Believes it is important to ensure consistent pricing and quality for goods and services.

Believes in fair pricing for goods and services, opposing discriminatory pricing practices such as discounts, penalties, and surcharges based on personal characteristics like race, gender, or religion.

Believes the state has "immense promise" despite its current problems.

Endorsed by Patty Kim, State Representative, Central Delegation.

Supports transparency and accountability in administration.

Believes in strong community engagement, saying, "People across Pennsylvania have welcomed me into their neighborhoods, homes, and faith communities, sharing their stories and listening to mine."

Ballotpedia: Reece Smith

Reece earned a bachelor's degree in economics from Allegheny College. He lives in Crafton, a suburb of Pittsburgh. 

Reece works in the financial services industry.

Reece Smith's campaign for auditor general is his first run for public office. 

As of September 30, 2024, Reece William Smith’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports auditing the Governor's office and legislative leaders' offices to prevent misuse of office funds for personal and campaign expenses.

Believes that more audits conducted by the auditor general's office need to be of state agencies and departments.

Supports public disclosure of audit results.

- Supports auditing the Governor's office and legislative leaders' offices to prevent misuse of office funds for personal and campaign expenses.
- Believes that more audits conducted by the auditor general's office need to be of state agencies and departments.
- Supports public disclosure of audit results.

Reece William Smith

Reece Smith's campaign for auditor general of Pennsylvania is his first run for public office. 

Reece has a bachelor's degree in economics from Allegheny College. He works in the financial services industry.

Reece William Smith has a Bachelor’s in Economics from Allegheny College and works in the financial services industry.

As of October 1, 2024, Reece William Smith’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes in investigating fraud, corruption, and abuse to protect taxpayer money.

Believes that campaigning on financial issues can influence budgetary decisions, saying, "In 1992 Ross Perot ran for President as an Independent... and six years later, Democrats and Republicans managed to balance the budget."

Supports transparency and accountability in government financial management.

Supports the Auditor General's Office, which has conducted about 20 audits of State departments, agencies, and funds since 2020.

Believes divided party control of the governorship and legislature since 2003 shows a need for bipartisan cooperation.

The auditor general provides independent oversight of state government finances and operations, ensuring accountability and transparency.

Believes both parties are untrustworthy in conducting "critical audits."

Meet the Auditor General

Ballotpedia: Timothy DeFoor

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Timothy is originally from Harrisburg, where he still lives today. He earned an associate's degree in paralegal studies from Harrisburg Area Community College, a bachelor's degree in sociology and history from the University of Pittsburgh, and a master's degree in project management from Harrisburg University of Science and Technology. He currently serves on the boards of the Harrisburg Area Community College Foundation, the State YMCA of Pennsylvania, and the Chris “Handles” Franklin Foundation. 

Timothy previously worked as a fraud investigator and internal auditor in the private sector and federal government, including for the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He has also worked as a special investigator with Pennsylvania's Office of Inspector General and as a special agent with Pennsylvania's Attorney General. 

Timothy DeFoor currently serves as the auditor general for Pennsylvania. He was elected in 2020 and is serving his 1st term. He previously served as controller for Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. He was first elected in 2015 and served 2 terms in office.

Plans to reduce "wasteful government spending."

- Plans to reduce "wasteful government spending."

As of September 30, 2024, Timothy Lionel DeFoor’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Created “limited procedure engagement” and “reduced period engagement” audits so that his office could perform tasks more efficiently.

Created the "Be Money $mart" initiative to improve education on financial literacy.

- Created “limited procedure engagement” and “reduced period engagement” audits so that his office could perform tasks more efficiently.
- Created the "Be Money $mart" initiative to improve education on financial literacy.

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Timothy Lionel DeFoor

Timothy is originally from Harrisburg, where he still lives. He earned an associate's degree in paralegal studies from Harrisburg Area Community College, a bachelor's degree in sociology and history from the University of Pittsburgh, and a master's degree in project management from Harrisburg University of Science and Technology. He currently serves on the boards of the Harrisburg Area Community College Foundation, the State YMCA of Pennsylvania, and the Chris “Handles” Franklin Foundation. 

Timothy previously worked as a fraud investigator and internal auditor in the private sector and federal government, including for the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.  He has also worked as a special investigator with Pennsylvania's Office of Inspector General and as a special agent with Pennsylvania's Attorney General. 

As of October 1, 2024, Timothy Lionel Defoor’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Timothy Lionel DeFoor is currently the Pennsylvania Auditor General, elected in 2020. He previously served as Dauphin County Controller from 2016 to 2020. DeFoor has also worked as a Special Investigator with Pennsylvania's Office of Inspector General, a Special Agent with Pennsylvania's Attorney General, and a Fraud Investigator and Internal Auditor in the private sector and federal government.

Timothy Lionel Defoor

Endorsed by the Pennsylvania Manufacturers Association.

Supports fostering a diverse workforce through training, education, and team-building.

As county commissioner, changed Dauphin County's financial reporting to be more "comprehensive, detailed, and transparent."

Believes in ensuring government transparency in taxpayer dollar spending and ensuring government programs are effective.

Believes in promoting financial literacy education for the next generation.

Supports allocating taxpayer dollars for rehabilitation and replacement of infrastructure.

Promises to fight against "waste, fraud, and abuse."

Believes in transparency and accountability in administration, as demonstrated by the audit's three objectives.

Supports the election of Tim DeFoor as Pennsylvania Auditor General in 2020.

As county controller, Tim ensured the responsible use of taxpayer funds, conducted audits of county departments, and provided oversight of county contracts.

Has a master's degree in project management from Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.

Is a lifelong Dauphin County resident and a Susquehanna Township High School graduate.

Supports improving the PennDOT bridge inspection process.

The auditor general is in charge of a team that performs audits, or examinations, on state-funded programs and services to make sure that state money and tax dollars are spent legally and properly.
- The Department of the Auditor General conducts financial audits to ensure the validity of reported information and performance audits to check if tax dollars are being spent effectively.  
- The Department of the Auditor General makes sure fines, taxes, and other charges are properly assessed, collected, and given to the appropriate state agency.
- The auditor general is elected to four-year terms and can only hold a maximum of two terms.  

Oversees audits to ensure tax dollars are spent legally and properly.

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