Patrick Smith

Patrick Smith, an IT professional, is seeking the Republican nomination for District 36’s House seat. He previously served in an administrative role at the Dover Fire Department. This is Smith’s third time running for the seat after losing in the 2022 and 2024 elections. Smith was defeated in a narrow 12-vote margin in 2024. Smith called for a recount but the difference in votes fell outside the margin to trigger a recount. Smith’s platform is focused on issues like reducing taxation, protecting the Second Amendment and cutting wasteful spending, according to his website.