Biography
Cindy Brake is the Democratic candidate for West Virginia State Senate District 7 in the November 3, 2026 general election, running against incumbent Republican Zack Maynard and independent Shawn Legg.[1][2] In a Ballotpedia survey, she said her priorities are lowering the cost of utilities, health care and child care, addressing addiction, and finding solutions for the unhoused population.[3]
Cindy Brake advanced from the May 12, 2026 Democratic primary for District 7, defeating Michael Karr with 57.1 percent of the vote.[1] In a Ballotpedia survey, she said she moved to West Virginia because of its natural beauty and stays because of its people.[3] She said she wants to give all West Virginians a voice.[3]
- 1.Cindy Brake - Ballotpedia · Ballotpedia Reference
- 2.West Virginia State Senate elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia · Ballotpedia Reference
- 3.Cindy Brake - Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey, 2026 · Ballotpedia Candidate's own words
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.
West Virginia Senate District 7
Cindy Brake is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot for West Virginia Senate District 7 as D. Not researched in depth — candidate list only.