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DOM LEADS PACK FOR FUNDRAISING IN DISTRICT 21 RACE – ANNOUNCES FIRST SLATE OF ENDORSEMENTS

FIRST FINANCE REPORT SHOWS GROWING MOMENTUM AND SUPPORT BEHIND CAMPAIGN

[MERIDIAN, IDAHO, February 2022] – Republican Dom Gelsomino is touting the early support of several business leaders as well as both current and former elected officials. Dom also started off with a fundraising lead in the GOP field seeking one of two open House seats in the newly drawn Legislative District 21, campaign finance reports show.

In total, Dom has raised $5,000 for the month of January 2022 since announcing his intention to run, according to the reports on the Secretary of State’s Website.

“Idahoans from all across the district and state are contributing to the momentum around the experienced choice for District 21, and that’s why you’re seeing us in the lead,” Dom said in a statement. “I am incredibly grateful and humbled by not only the trust and support they’ve extended, but by the human connection made with each new person we’ve had the privilege to meet and speak with.”

Candidates for the Legislature in the 2022 elections have a Thursday deadline to file the latest monthly campaign finance disclosures with the Idaho Secretary of State. The newly drawn 21st District covers a majority of Meridian – with downtown at its heart – reaching from the Canyon/Ada County line and extending out to the Cloverdale Rd/Victory Rd intersection.

The Dom for Idaho campaign is proud to announce its first slate of early endorsements. Notable Endorsers Supporting Dom include,

Former Elected Officials:

State Senator Shawn Keough (LD-01)
State Senator and Director of Veterans Services Marv Hagedorn (LD-20)
State Rep. and West Ada School Board Member Steve Smylie

Current Elected Officials:

ACHD Commissioner Kent Goldthorpe

Local Business Leaders & Owners:

Jonathan Wardle
Max Mohammadi
Jodi St-Martin
Leasa and Phil Stricklin

Dom has also proudly earned the support of longtime City of Meridian Volunteer Eva Bailey.

“As we continue to meet with voters and building that core support, I’m confident we will succeed in earning enough votes to be the Republican Nominee for District 21 this year,” Dom stated, “The people of Meridian know me, they know my passion and commitment to our community, and they know that I will bring that same commitment to the legislature.” The primary election is set for May 17, 2022.

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To schedule an interview with Dom Gelsomino please do not hesitate to reach out to his team by emailing Dom@Dom4Idaho.com – you can learn more about Dom and his policy positions on his website at Dom4Idaho.com