Born and raised in Poughkeepsie, Karen Smythe is committed to strengthening the Hudson Valley. As a small business owner and successful marketing executive, Karen has the real-life experience to bring to the State Senate.
She’s also dedicated her time giving back to her community, serving on the Board of the Bardavon Theater, the Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum and as a Trustee of Vassar College, as well as a Sunday school teacher and soccer coach. She’s fully committed to ensuring that the Hudson Valley becomes an even better place to live, work and raise a family. In the State Senate, Karen will fight every day to fight the rampant corruption in Albany, lower taxes, and better schools for our children.
In the State Senate, Karen will also:
• Pass common sense gun safety laws, keeping firearms out of the hands of criminals and dangerous people
• Expand jobs and economic opportunities for the Hudson Valley’s middle class
• Fight for ethics reform and campaign finance regulations
• Ensure women always have the right to choose and are represented with equal pay
• Increase access to affordable healthcare
On November 6, please vote for Karen Smythe for State Senate!