Shaun Dougherty

Party: Democrat

Office: PA Senate ( District: 35 )

Shaun Dougherty is businessman, veteran, survivor, and activist. Born and raised in Johnstown, the 8th of 9 children. He is a 1988 graduate of Westmont Hilltop High School. After high school, Shaun attended the Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts. In 1991, feeling the need to serve his country, he enlisted in the Navy. After leaving the Navy, Shaun joined his brothers and sisters in opening a local establishment, Dougherty’s Terra’tory. He then branched out on his own, having multiple restaurants over the past 15 years. Shaun and Dr. D’Arcy Duke, his wife of nearly 16 years, reside in Johnstown, PA. Shaun Dougherty is currently running for PA 35th State Senate District, covering Bedford, Cambria, and parts of Clearfield Counties.
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Pennsylvania Taxes/Economy
From doughertyforstatesenate.com: "I will push for expanding low interest loans to small businesses."
COVID-19 Pandemic Response
From doughertyforstatesenate.com: " Unions are the backbone of our middle class, they ensure that workers' voices are being heard. In these days of a Covid-19, workers need to know that they are protected from illness or death."
Police/Criminal Justice Reform
From doughertyforstatesenate.com "I will sponsor legislation for a retroactive look back window for victims of childhood related sexual assault that have timed out of their opportunity to seek justice as a result of Pennsylvania's archaic laws."
Health Care
From Twitter: Quote, "Why is healthcare treated like a commodity? Why do we argue over the need to feed children? Why is it easier and cheaper to get illegal drugs than it is to get prescription drugs?"
Gun Policy
From doughtertyforstatesentate.com: " I believe the 2nd amendment is as important as the first. As a veteran, I understand the importance of defending oneself. " From doughertyforstatesenate.com: "I would like to see more education for military style weapons. Hunting is an essential part of many Pennsylvanians livelihoods, whether it is to put food on the table or hunting for sport. "

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