ABOUT ME
Hi, I'm Phil
[Idaho's Elections Nerd]
For nearly two decades, I’ve been dedicated to protecting the integrity of Idaho’s elections and making government more accessible, transparent, and efficient. It’s work I care deeply about, and it’s been my privilege to do it alongside some of the most committed public servants you’ll ever meet.
My passion for elections started back in 2005, when I was counting punch cards and recruiting poll workers as an Election Specialist in Ada County. That early hands-on experience showed me just how much elections depend on teamwork, trust, and attention to detail. Since then, I’ve been involved in every part of running elections in Idaho, including serving as Clerk for our state’s largest county, learning what it takes to make the process work well for every voter.
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I’m proud of the work we’ve done so far, and we’re just getting started. Idaho is already a national model for secure, transparent elections, from our paper-ballot system and post-election audits to bold innovations like our nationally recognized multi-agency election security program. Other states look to us because we’re willing to lead with confidence, openness, and integrity. I’ll keep building on that record of protecting our elections, expanding access, and ensuring Idaho’s values remain at the heart of everything we do.