What party is James Phares?

James Phares is running as a Republican.

Who is James Phares running against?

Matthew E Smith, for Pine Township Trustee, Porter County.

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James Phares

Republican · Candidate for Pine Township Trustee, Porter County · November 3, 2026

About this race

Indiana's township trustee is the township's executive. Runs township government day to day: administers township assistance for residents in need, provides fire protection, maintains township cemeteries and parks, prepares the budget, and receives and pays out township funds.

2 candidates ran for Pine Township Trustee, Porter County in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Pine Township voters.

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Quick answers

What party is James Phares?: James Phares is running as a Republican.
What does the Pine Township Trustee, Porter County seat do?: Indiana's township trustee is the township's executive. Runs township government day to day: administers township assistance for residents in need, provides fire protection, maintains township cemeteries and parks, prepares the budget, and receives and pays out township funds.
Who is James Phares running against?: Matthew E Smith, for Pine Township Trustee, Porter County.
Should I vote for James Phares?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare James Phares's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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