Mary Souza
A candidate for State Senator, Idaho Legislative District 4 in the 2016 Idaho General Election, Nov. 8
Party: Republican
Age: 71
City: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Education: Graduated from Holy Names Academy in Spokane, 1971. Holds bachelor’s degree in nursing from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, 1976; and master’s degree in health education from Whitworth Univesity in Spokane, 1989.
Political background: Incumbent state senator, elected in 2014; seeking re-election for a second two-year term. Ran unsuccessfully for the Coeur d’Alene City Council and for mayor of Coeur d’Alene. Appointed to the city Planning and Zoning Commission for six years.
Work experience: Worked as a critical care nurse for 10 years, and also taught nursing at Spokane Community College. Worked as general manager of family business, Design Events in Coeur d’Alene, for 15 years, and continues to work there.
Family: Married. Has four for 38 years, four grown children, one grandchild
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Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Souza (R) | 13,233 | 62.94% |
| Kristi Milan (D) | 7,793 | 37.06% |
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