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ABOUT BRANDON

Meet Brandon Dukes, husband, father, and candidate for PA State House District 12. Brandon is running because the district is changing—growing in population, evolving in demographics, and ready for new leadership. He believes it’s time for a representative who reflects that change and is focused on the future. A current resident of Cranberry Township, Brandon grew up in the city of Pittsburgh as the youngest of four children in a middle-class family. Those early experiences shaped his values—hard work, responsibility, and understanding the everyday challenges families face. He went on to attend the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned a degree in political science, building a foundation for his commitment to public service.

Professionally, Brandon has spent the past 16 years in the financial industry, most recently working in the mortgage and commercial lending sector. Through this work, he has seen firsthand the challenges families and small businesses face when it comes to affordability, access to capital, and long-term financial stability. Outside of work and the campaign trail, Brandon is an avid Star Wars fan and enjoys 3D printing—though nothing comes before spending time with his wife and daughter. “Believe in Better” is his campaign slogan because Brandon believes our community deserves more—and that together, we can choose leaders who will fight for a stronger, more affordable, and more inclusive future in Harrisburg.

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ISSUES

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1

Infrastructure

  • Ease gridlock and traffic on Route 228.

  • Work closely with local, county, and state policymakers to modernize our roadways so they finally keep up with our rapidly growing district.

  • Push for a dedicated state infrastructure fund tied to high-growth corridors like southern Butler County.

  • Hold developers accountable for their fair share as they profit from Butler County's growth.

2

Affordability

  • Raise the minimum wage to $15/hr

  • Enforce state vehicle inspection to every other year; 4 years after the purchase of a new vehicle

  • End price gouging on utilities and food prices

  • Keep prescription prices low and affordable

3

Education

  • Require transparency and accountability in programs that claim to provide school choice for low-income students

  • Heavier investments into community colleges and trade schools

  • Recruit and retain teachers via competitive pay

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