West Virginia Senate
Rachel Fetty Anderson (D) vs. Shelley Moore Capito (R) vs. S. Marshall Wilson (I). General election Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
What does a U.S. senator do?
Writes and votes on federal laws, approves or rejects the President's nominees for judges and cabinet posts, and approves treaties. 6-year term. Each state has two.
- Votes on the federal budget and taxes
- Confirms Supreme Court justices
- Serves on committees that shape bills
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Listed alphabetically by last name. Each box has the same sections in the same order. Donation and campaign links appear only after we confirm they belong to the candidate's own committee.
Rachel Fetty Anderson
Who they are
In their words: “Rachel Fetty Anderson is running for U.S. Senate. Learn about her platform, priorities, and how to get involved.” campaign site
What they say they'll do
- Agriculture
- Economy
- Energy
- Environment
- Healthcare
What they've done
Who funds them
In short
ActBlue page belongs to "Rachel Fetty Anderson", checked against FEC records.
Shelley Moore Capito
Who they are
In their words: “Join the team! WEST VIRGINIA’SCONSERVATIVE CHAMPION Senator Capito Meeting with Voters” campaign site
What they say they'll do
What they've done
Who funds them
In short
WinRed page belongs to "Capito for West Virginia", checked against FEC records.
S. Marshall Wilson
Who they are
In their words: “Not a Politician. A Patriot. Tested in Service. Grounded in Faith. Fighting for West Virginia. Join the campaign to send S. Marshall Wilson to the U.S. Senate.” campaign site
What they say they'll do
- Economy & Jobs
- Government Spending & Debt
What they've done
Who funds them
In short
Where they stand, issue by issue
Quotes are taken from each campaign's own website (first sentences of the section, unedited). Topics are assigned by keyword; we do not summarize or score positions. "No public position found" means we did not find the topic on the campaign site, not that the candidate has no view.
The economy thrives where human rights are protected, labor is rewarded fairly for its contribution, regulatory mechanisms and trade are predictable and infrastructure is excellent.source
West Virginia families are being crushed by inflation, runaway energy costs, and a federal government that punishes producers and rewards dependence.source
The American worker pays for one of the most robust economies in the world, but this burden is not allocated fairly among our economic participants.source
Washington has mortgaged our children's future with reckless, unconstitutional spending. The national debt is a national security threat.source
Americans pay enough taxes to receive the best healthcare in the world, but our elected leaders only provide it to themselves. American taxpayers pay enough taxes to receive the best healthcare in the world, but our elected leaders only provide it to themselves.source
Social Security is one of our country’s greatest successes and must be preserved for generations to come. Social Security taxes are levied on the first $184,500 workers earn in 2026.source
All humans are entitled to the protection of their human rights, safe and appropriate health care and age appropriate education about reproduction, fetal development and infant and childcare.source
The government must encourage investment in sustainable energy, and encourage ethical management of coal power plants. The government must encourage investment in sustainable energy sources that minimally affect the environment and utilize free natural resources such as solar, wind and water power.source
I support a two-state solution. Both Israel and Palestine deserve to exist. I support a two-state solution. Both Israel and Palestine deserve to exist. I would not vote to send or sell weapons to any country except for purely self-defense.source
The American military must be operated in a Constitutional manner that defends the economic and security interests of the American people: including civilians, service members, and veterans. The American people have a sacred trust with our service men and women.source
Agriculture is a priority industry and the economic and personal wellbeing of the American farmer must be prioritized as a vital security interest for the American people.source
Americans pay enough for the best infrastructure, from roads to bridges, parks to spillways, streets and trains.source
No candidate in this race addresses on their site: Immigration & the border, Crime & public safety, Guns, Abortion, Elections & government ethics, Housing.
About this race
Shelley Moore Capito (Republican) is the incumbent. The race is rated solidly Republican. 6-year term. Each state has two.
Rating from the Cook Political Report race ratings, Oct 23, 2026. Candidates from the Office of the Clerk, U.S. House: 2026 nominees from official state sources.
