Bismarck elections · Candidate listing
Sean Cleary
Republican
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Candidate websiteBackground
Cleary represents District 35 in the North Dakota Senate and is seeking reelection. His campaign biography says he works at the University of Mary, previously held positions with U.S. Senator John Hoeven, Governor Doug Burgum, and the Medora Foundation, and graduated from the University of Mary and the University of North Dakota.
Sources: Cleary for State Senate, Bismarck Local election guide
What the candidate has said
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Property taxes
In his questionnaire for the 2026 general-election profile, Cleary supported reducing property taxes.
iVoterGuide 2026 candidate profileSchool choice
In the same 2026 profile, Cleary indicated support for school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
iVoterGuide 2026 candidate profileJobs and education
His campaign says he will fight for good-paying jobs, high-quality education, and strong communities.
Cleary for State Senate
Also running for State Senate, District 35
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