“Race for West Virginia Secretary of State Heating Up Ahead of Primary Election”

The race for Secretary of State in West Virginia is heating up as the primary election approaches. With a crowded field of candidates, including longtime Putnam County Clerk Brian Wood, former Eastern Panhandle Delegate Ken Reed, former Delegate Doug Skaff, and former state Republican Party Chairman Kris Warner, the competition is fierce.

The Secretary of State plays a crucial role in overseeing state elections and registering and licensing new businesses in West Virginia. Candidates like Kris Warner emphasize the importance of fair elections to attract new businesses to the state, while Doug Skaff highlights the role of the Secretary of State’s office in facilitating business setup in West Virginia.

Each candidate brings their own unique perspective to the race, with Brian Wood emphasizing his experience as a County Clerk and Ken Reed focusing on streamlining processes to support businesses. The Republican nominee will face off against Democrat Thornton Cooper in the November election.

The outcome of this race will not only determine the next Secretary of State but also who will sit on the state’s six-member WV Board of Public Works. Stay tuned as the campaign for Secretary of State in West Virginia continues to unfold.