Despite the uncertainty of the political climate amidst the pandemic, one local candidate looks to keep up the momentum in his campaign. Republican Rico Elmore is running for a seat in the PA House of Representatives, challenging incumbent Democrat Rob Matzie in the 16th Legislative District.

In an interview with Beaver County Radio News, Elmore talked about several things in regards to his campaign, such as what inspired it:

 

Elmore also talked about his hopes for the future of Beaver County:

 

He also recognized the issue involving divisive rhetoric in the current state of politics, and how his plans and views are “people-centric” instead of “party-centric”:

 

The Pennsylvania Primary is June 2.

(Headline photo used courtesy of Rico Elmore.)