She sought to replace the retiring Geoff Davis in Kentucky's 4th congressional district, but was defeated by Lewis County Judge-Executive Thomas Massie.
She also went to the 52nd Annual National Security Seminar at the U.S. Army War College and the Executive Leadership Program at the Naval Postgraduate School.
[3] In December 2007, incumbent Republican State Representative Jon Draud of the 63rd House District resigned his seat to become Kentucky Education Commissioner.
She said "Congressman Geoff Davis leaves big shoes to fill.
"[8] She was defeated by Thomas Massie during the GOP Primary, failing to garner more than 30% of the vote.