Matthew Duvall

Matthew Duvall was born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2001 and a graduate degree from Drexel University in 2017.[1]

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Matthew Duvall lives in Pennsylvania's 102nd district with his wife, Dr. Natalie Duvall, an Annville-Cleona School Board member, and their three children.

Duvall spent his early career working in corporate software development before becoming a high school teacher. In 2017, Duvall earned his PhD from Drexel University in educational leadership and learning technologies, with a focus in STEM education. Since earning his PhD, he has been working as learning technologist and instructional designer for schools and social service organizations.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I will work to raise the minimum wage. I will fight for strong public education, from K-16 to workforce training. I will work to improve our state's technology infrastructure.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I support Pennsylvania workers. I believe strong unions are a welcome and necessary part of a thriving business environment. As your representative, I will also prioritize raising the minimum wage so that working Pennsylvanians can afford to live and so that our businesses can compete with those in surrounding states.

I support improving and increasing Pennsylvanians' access to high quality public education, from pre-k through college and trade school. It is also imperative that we harness technology to support workforce development, working in partnership with businesses to create innovative solutions to equip our workers for our modern time.

I envision a future where all Pennsylvanians have access to modern technologies, especially broadband internet connectivity. This may seem minor, but lack of access creates a digital divide that impedes workforce development, business growth, educational access, and even healthcare choices. In Pennsylvania, this divide is primarily a rural/urban one. It is time that all of our citizens have access to the technology necessary to succeed in the modern era.

Finally, I will work tirelessly to ensure that all constituents - not just the wealthy and well connected - are represented in our governance decisions. This includes people of color, women, members of the LGBTQ community, and those from low socioeconomic status.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Our representatives need to listen to their constituents, while also communicating their own core philosophies and beliefs. Ultimately, I want every constituent to feel like I have heard them, and know that their input is valid and appreciated. While it's impossible, sometimes, to come up with a solution that completely satisfies everyone, I will make sure that people understand why I take the positions I do and also do my best to ensure that they know I have carefully considered all of their perspectives.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I have three children. My greatest legacy would be to set an example for them of how to use your skills, interests, and abilities to serve others - and then to have them go out and do the same. I never viewed myself as a politician, but because I believe strongly in giving everyday folks a voice and a choice in their representation, I decided it would be hypocritical of me to expect someone else to take on this job if I wasn't willing to do it myself.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The first historical event in my lifetime was the space shuttle Challenger explosion. I was nine years old, and I remember feeling numb as the radio announcer explained what was happening. Despite whatever shortcomings President Reagan may have had, I remember his speech to the country - comforting and reassuring. But I also have come to realize, since that time, the impact of seemingly small details and decisions. It's important to recognize expertise outside of our own, and to seek that out when making important decisions - and then to listen to what the experts say.

What is your favorite book? Why?

One of my favorite books - I don't know how you pick just one - is The Wrestler's Cruel Study by Stephen Dobyns. It takes on a lot of philosophical and religious questions via a nutty crime caper set in the world of pro wrestling. It's absurd, the way life is, but also thought-provoking.

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

Over the next decade, one of our greatest challenges is to find an equitable solution to reducing school property taxes. A progressive tax approach is one possible solution. Other states use extraction or other natural resource taxes, or have a formula for calculating the minimum contribution per student that the state guarantees to all schools, while allowing the local districts to propose additional taxes that the voters decide on. I recognize the need for a collaborative approach on this issue, but I will not support any solution that disproportionately targets seniors or our working class.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?

It's important for the governor and state legislature to work together for the common good of our constituents. Politics is - or should be - a service profession. At the same time, we need to recognize and appreciate the system of checks and balances enacted in our system of government. Clear communication and honesty about the goals we are working toward are key in maintaining this relationship.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Of course. Our legislative system also depends on effective collaboration. Healthy debates about what, exactly, is the best way to serve our constituents is not only welcome but necessary. It's also worthwhile to hear other perspectives to better understand what folks around the state are experiencing. If we can engage each other, in good faith, in discussions about how best to meet the needs of the people we represent, we can work together to create solutions that work - without violating our personal principles or selling out our voters.