2012 United States Shadow Representative election in the District of Columbia
On November 6, 2012, the District of Columbia held a U.S. House of Representatives election for its shadow representative. Unlike its non-voting delegate, the shadow representative is only recognized by the district and is not officially sworn or seated. Incumbent Shadow Representative Mike Panetta declined to run for a fourth term. Nate Bennett-Fleming was elected in his place.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on April 3, 2012.Democratic primary
Candidates
- Nate Bennett Fleming, Congressional fellow and candidate for Shadow Representative in 2010