Eric Goulet

Nonpartisan · Candidate for District of Columbia Ward 3 Member of the State Board of Education · Incumbent · November 3, 2026

About this race

Sets statewide education policy: academic standards, teacher certification rules, and oversight of the state's public schools.

2 candidates are running for District of Columbia Ward 3 Member of the State Board of Education in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

About Eric Goulet

Ward 3 State Board of Education member. The Ward 3 State Board of Education member since 2023, he was previously the DC Council's budget director (2006-2010) and a budget advisor to the DC Attorney General, and was a longtime aide to former Mayor Vincent Gray. He holds a law degree from Notre Dame.

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Where they stand

No published score or enough public policy information yet to place Eric Goulet on the spectrum.

Funding

$20K raised, $20K self-funded.

Source: District of Columbia Office of Campaign Finance, reports through 2026-10-25.

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What party is Eric Goulet?
Eric Goulet is running as a Nonpartisan candidate (the office is nonpartisan).
Is Eric Goulet the incumbent?
Yes. Eric Goulet currently holds this office.
What does the Ward 3 Member of the State Board of Education seat do?
Sets statewide education policy: academic standards, teacher certification rules, and oversight of the state's public schools.
Who is Eric Goulet running against?
Aaron Wesolowski, for District of Columbia Ward 3 Member of the State Board of Education.
How much money has Eric Goulet raised?
$20K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for Eric Goulet?
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