Massachusetts Election Results 2022: Secretary of State Rayla Campbell vs William Galvin

Secretary of State William Galvin is seeking to retain the office he has held for the last 28 years in this year's Secretary of state race, where Republican Rayla Campbell will oppose him.

William Galvin won the Democratic primary in September with 70 per cent of the vote to 30 per cent for NAACP Boston Leader Tanisha Sullivan, who, like Campbell, was vying to be the inaugural woman and individual of color elected to the position.

What are William Galvin's plans?

William Galvin has emphasized his expertise in running the election process in Massachusetts, especially the execution of pervasive mail-in voting during the pandemic, in addition to his years as chief elections and population officer.


William Galvin previously told MassLive that if re-elected, one of his main priorities would be to prepare for the 2024 presidential race because "the right to vote and democracy on its own is now under severe threat."

What are Rayla Campbell's plans?

Rayla Campbell's campaign has focused on contentious issues such as sex education for small children. Earlier this summer, she raised some eyebrows at the Massachusetts Republican Party's national convention in Springfield when she mentioned oral sex.

Rayla Campbell has also voiced opposition to mail-in voting, calling it a "colossal waste of money."

FAQ

Who is Rayla Campbell?
Rayla Campbell is a member of the Republican Party. She is running for Secretary of State in Massachusetts. She will be on the state ballot on November 8, 2022.

Who is William Galvin?
William Francis Galvin is an American politician serving as the 27th Secretary of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.