Common Sense for District 2
Pragmatic leadership fighting for rural healthcare, public lands, and working families in Benewah, Bonner, Clearwater, Kootenai, and Shoshone counties.
Meet Your District 2 Candidates
Independent-minded public servants committed to listening to constituents and serving rural North Idaho.
Valerie Wade
State Senator • District 2"When you send me to Boise to represent you as your state senator, I will not forget where I came from or who I am working for: you."
Valerie leads with core Idaho values: neighbor helping neighbor, keeping your word, and maintaining a strong sense of independence. She is dedicated to listening to constituents and representing rural North Idaho with integrity.
Birgid Niedenzu
Idaho House • District 2"Vote for common sense in November and let's stop wasting time and taxpayer resources."
A 30-year resident of rural North Idaho, Birgid is running to give practical, common-sense Idahoans a true voice in Boise. She is dedicated to protecting public lands, quality education, and stopping state government overreach.
Sabine Krier
State Representative • Seat 2B"In reality, we all want the same things: a healthy, safe, and affordable community, opportunities to learn, and confidence that our future holds promise."
A 40-year Idaho resident, school volunteer, former EMT, and Fire & Fuels GIS Specialist, Sabine is running to represent the 50,000+ residents of District 2 with practical, independent leadership dedicated to community safety, public education, and local opportunities.
Election Information & Key Deadlines
Ensure your voice is heard. Verify your registration, request an absentee ballot, or locate your polling place before Election Day.
Pre-Registration Deadline
Voter registration applications must be delivered to the Elections Office by 5:00 PM for paper forms or Midnight for online registration.
Register Online via VoteIdaho.gov →Absentee Ballot Request Cutoff
Requests must reach the Elections Office by 5:00 PM for paper applications or Midnight for online requests.
Request Absentee Ballot →In-Person Early Voting Window
Eligible voters can request a ballot and vote early in person at the Kootenai County Elections Office, Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Elections Office Details →General Election Day
In-person voting is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Confirm your registration and designated polling place before heading out.
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