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David Yates

Democratic · Kentucky · 2026

Running for Jefferson County Clerk, Kentucky

Top priorities

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  • Support Clerk's office staff with training and modern tools while building a workplace culture centered on accountability, fairness and service
  • Run elections with transparency and constitutional respect so every eligible voter can cast a ballot and every legal vote counts
  • Manage the office to deliver accurate, accessible service across property records, business registration, vehicle licensing and public records
Biography

David Yates is an attorney who was sworn in as Jefferson County Clerk in October 2025, per the office's official website. He previously ran his own personal injury law practice, served on Louisville Metro Council from 2010 to 2020 including two terms as Council President, and later served as a Kentucky state senator.

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