Eric Myricks
DemocratPrivate citizen
Eric Myricks is the Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor, describing himself as a moderate Democrat, entrepreneur and brain health advocate1. He was a youth pastor in the Mennonite church after high school and lives in the Treasure Valley with his wife and two sons1.
Where they stand 2 issues · tap any issue for the evidence
School choiceNo, keep public money in traditional public schoolsmedium
Said · medium confidence- His campaign site says he would fully fund public schools and repeal the voucher scheme that drains local classrooms. (2026) source
Safety net programsKeep them about as they aremedium
Said · medium confidence- His campaign site opposes House Bill 328 because it adds Medicaid work requirements, and he pledges to protect Medicaid and Medicaid expansion. (2026) source
No public position found on: Minimum wage, Business regulation, Healthcare, Abortion, Guns, Immigration, Energy and climate, Curriculum and books, Housing and growth, Policing and crime, Election rules, Judges, Politicians trading stocks, Marijuana, Gender care for minors, Redistricting, Term limits, Campaign finance, Electoral College, Ranked-choice voting, Death penalty, Qualified immunity, Mandatory minimums, Drug prices, Childcare and pre-K, Paid leave, Student loans, AI regulation, Kids online, School vaccines, Nuclear power, E-Verify mandate, Transgender athletes, DEI programs, Religion in schools, China policy.
Record
- Listed on the November 2026 general election ballot as the Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor2.
Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.
Sources (2)
Every claim on this page links to one of these
- Eric Myricks for Idaho Lt. Governor (campaign site)Eric Myricks campaign
- Search Filed Candidates, 2026 General Election final candidate listIdaho Secretary of State