Alecia Webb-Edgington

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After incumbent Republican U.S. Congressman Geoff Davis decided to retire, she decided to run in the newly redrawn Kentucky's 4th congressional district. She said "Congressman Geoff Davis leaves big shoes to fill. I applaud him for his effective leadership and wish him well as he returns to the private sector." [8]

She was defeated by Thomas Massie during the GOP Primary, failing to garner more than 30% of the vote.

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Alecia Webb-Edgington
Member of the KentuckyHouseofRepresentatives
from the 63rd district
In office
January 9, 2008 2012