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Contact: Kelly Golden
Feb 24, 2026, Golden4Idaho.com
“It’s time to build a future for all Idahoans”
IDAHO FALLS — Kelly Golden, a longtime fixture in the Idaho Falls conservative community, has entered the May 19 Republican Primary for State Representative in District 32A, challenging incumbent Stephanie Mickelsen. “Legislative District 32A is ready for a fresh voice in Boise. The incumbent has voted against the values of Bonneville County constituents multiple times throughout her tenure, and it’s time for representation that will preserve our values and build Idaho’s future, rather than undo decades of conservatism in favor of woke ideology.”
“Voters in good faith elected a Republican to represent their values in Boise. Mickelsen has voted against school choice, (and sued the State using taxpayer dollars,) defended illegal immigration, argued to allow men in women’s bathrooms, defends abortion, voted against voter ID, and for ranked choice voting and mask mandates while commuting to the capitol in her private jet. Are these really the values of District 32A?”
Golden’s grandfathers both worked on the Manhattan Project at the Hanford Nuclear Site, and her father continued that legacy as a nuclear engineer, part of the industry now powering East Idaho’s economy through the Idaho National Laboratory. Golden is a lifelong Republican and holds a B.A. from Calvary University. She brings 20+ years of experience in the radio industry, has served in community outreach and fundraising at the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission, and is an administrator at OutWest Bible Church.
Golden’s leadership is described as thoughtful, innovative, collaborative, and decisive. She is an America-first social conservative and a strong advocate of fiscal responsibility. Golden’s website, Golden4Idaho.com says her top 3 priorities are the Sanctity of Life, Freedom in Education, and Idaho First immigration policies. Other stances include property tax relief for seniors, water retention for East Idaho, health freedom, defending First and Second Amendment rights, clean and affordable energy, and building a sustainable economic future for the next generation of Idahoans.
Golden has pledged to work toward implementing sentencing requirements for criminals who prey on children and the vulnerable, and she wants to reform the judicial system to put an end to personal vendettas and “lawfare” campaigns that bog down our courts, divide our communities, and delay justice for real victims and their families. “Idaho has a unique place in America. Our values run deep and are a beacon to the world, declaring what is possible when we work together. Let’s honor what makes Idaho great, fix what needs fixing, and build a future that enriches our children and leads our country.”
“Idaho was founded on values that defend life, preserve individual liberty, and build a future for our children. Our citizens deserve leadership that will put those values first and remember that we are all temporary stewards of this great State. The people of this District aren’t looking for an elitist politician who protects their own interests and hides behind vague language” Golden said. “They are looking for an everyday Idahoan with courage. I intend to be that person.”
Conservative leadership with integrity, transparency, humility, and courage.
Let’s Build Idaho’s Future.
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