Carrie Stare announced her candidacy to represent the 160th State House District as a Democrat earlier this week.

The 160th District includes portions of Chester County and Delaware County.

“After careful consideration and deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that our community faces, I believe that now is the time for proactive and effective leadership,” Stare said. “I am driven by a genuine desire to contribute to the betterment of our community and the well-being of its residents.”

Stare is running to add her voice in the State House to create a stronger, fairer economy in Pennsylvania, to protect and strengthen public schools, to vigorously defend access to affordable healthcare that includes women’s choice and reproductive rights, to safeguard the environment, and to ensure no one in the community is left behind.

Stare said, “I believe in fostering collaboration among community members, local businesses, local non-profits, and government entities to develop effective and inclusive solutions. As State Representative, I will work tirelessly to bring people together for the common good.”

Over the past 10 years, Stare has actively participated in various community initiatives, including serving as the president of the  LGBT Equality Alliance of Chester County and as a Westtown Township Parks and Recreation Commissioner, and also working as a Westttown, Thornbury, Birmingham Democratic Committee member.

Chris Pielli, the current Pennsylvania State Representative for the 156th District, proudly endorsed Carrie Stare for the 160th District.

Stare lives in Westtown Township with her partner, Danielle, and her cat, Eleanor. Stare holds a bachelor of arts degree in political science from Millersville University and a Masters in public administration from West Chester University. Learn more about Carrie and her campaign by visiting www.carriestare.com or find her on Facebook at Carrie Stare for State Representative and Instagram @StareForPARep.