District 3 State Representative Ragen Hatcher has likely kept her seat in Tuesday’s primary.
With nearly all precincts reporting, Hatcher beat newcomer Heather McCarthy 56% to 44%, according to unofficial election results. Early on, McCarthy had the lead with 53% to 47%.
“It was a pleasure getting out and meeting the people of the district and I wish Representative Hatcher success going forward,” McCarthy said. “I hope to work with her on future legislation.”
State Representative Ragen Hatcher answers a question during a debate between State Rep. Ragen Hatcher, D-Gary, and Heather McCarthy, a Gary-based attorney. The debate took place at the Gary Public Library and Cultural Center. It was sponsored by Lakeshore Public Media, the Calumet Area League of Women Voters and Rise NWI on Thursday, April 11, 2024. (John Smierciak/for the Post Tribune)
Hatcher didn’t return a request for comment by deadline.
Michelle L. Quinn is a freelance reporter for the Post-Tribune.
Heather McCarthy answers a question during a debate between State Rep. Ragen Hatcher, D-Gary, and Heather McCarthy, a Gary-based attorney. The debate took place at the Gary Public Library and Cultural Center. It was sponsored by Lakeshore Public Media, the Calumet Area League of Women Voters and Rise NWI on Thursday, April 11, 2024. (John Smierciak/for the Post Tribune)
