Stephen Howlett
A candidate for State Representative, position B, Idaho Legislative District 1 in the 2016 Idaho General Election, Nov. 8
Party: Democratic
Age: 73
Education: Graduated from Wakefield High School, Wakefield, Mass., in 1969.
Political background: Has served as a Democratic Party precinct captain in Boundary County for 12 years. Served as chairman of the Parks and Recreation Board for Boundary County for 17 years, a volunteer position.
Work experience: Worked for the Colorado Transportation Department for one year, then moved to Idaho and worked in wood products retail sales for one year. Then moved to Bonners Ferry. Worked in management in retail lumber for 10 years at Diamond Lumber. Has been a self-employed building and remodeling contractor for 28 years. Worked as a volunteer EMT for the Boundary County Volunteer Ambulance Association for 18 years.
Family: Married. Has one daughter and two grandchildren.
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Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Sage G. Dixon (R) | 15,485 | 68.59% |
| Stephen Howlett (D) | 7,090 | 31.41% |
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