Dujuan Thomas

Background

Thomas is a Paducah city commissioner, elected in November 2024 at age 26, and the city describes him as a Paducah native. His campaign biography describes him as a businessman and media professional; the town hall article reports that he runs Dujuan Thomas Productions.

Sources: City of Paducah, Dujuan Thomas campaign biography, The Paducah Sun

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Property taxes

  Thomas said he advocated capping property-tax rates to help keep people from being priced out of their neighborhoods, while noting state law complicates the issue. He said he would continue advocating against property-tax increases and connecting seniors with organizations that can help them; these statements were reported from the Oct. 15, 2026, candidate town hall.

  The Paducah Sun

• Housing and neighborhoods

  Thomas said he supported investment in affordable housing and Southside revitalization, and wanted to keep pushing for stronger neighborhoods and more affordable housing. Reported from the Oct. 15, 2026, candidate town hall.

  The Paducah Sun

• Police relations

  Thomas advocated for officers to be active in the community and said more community events could help mend divisions between police and residents. Reported from the Oct. 15, 2026, candidate town hall.

  The Paducah Sun