Position Sought
Idaho House of Representatives, District 16B
Party Affiliation
Democrat
Location
Idaho
Date of Primary Election
May 7, 2024
Primary Election Donation Limit
$1000
Date of General Election
November 5, 2024
General Election Donation Limit
$1000
Race/Ethnicity
White/Caucasian
Gender Identity
Transgender Man
Sexual Orientation
Queer
Pronouns
He/They
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Nikson will be the first trans person elected in Idaho!
Biography
Nikson Mathews is a partner, an educator, a marketing professional, and a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community running for Idaho House of Representatives, District 16B. Born and raised in a small farming town in Southeastern Idaho, Nikson is a multi-generational Idahoan now residing in Boise. In addition to being a leader in a local Creative Agency, Nikson is an adjunct professor at Boise State University and is involved in community efforts to promote inclusivity and creativity within the LGBTQ+ and arts communities. Nikson firmly believes that an Idaho that benefits everyone is not only possible but necessary. This includes a well-funded public school system, accessible and quality healthcare, and a robust local economy to support our community.