Mattern Announces Candidacy

Bismarck resident Retha Mattern today announced her candidacy for the North Dakota State Legislature, intending to represent District 7 in the House.

"I feel there is a missing voice in the House, one that represents the needs of residents in District 7 who understand the challenges of balancing raising a family in today's society while securing their own economic future. I intend to focus on solutions that allow people the ability to succeed with limited government involvement in their livelihoods."

Mattern, who currently serves as Vice Chairman for District 7, has been involved in the state Republican party for several years, frequently attending events such as the Lincoln Day Dinner.

"We are losing a sense of community in the Republican party, and I want to work to ensure that we can continue to find areas of agreement and common ground. Strong conservative governance has led North Dakota to a place where businesses can grow and people can find opportunity. We need to work together in order to allow that to continue to happen."

Mattern lives in Bismarck with her husband Mark and their two children.