Election 2025: Elizabeth Thomson For Horsham Council

Candidates running in the Nov. 4 general election are providing background about themselves and their positions on the issues to voters in these profiles, which will run in Patch individually for each candidate.

HORSHAM TOWNSHIP, PA — Elizabeth Thomson is running for a seat on the Horsham Township Council in the Nov. 4 general election.

Thomson, a Democrat, is among six candidates running for a term on the five-member council.

Republican Council Sean Wade did not seek re-election. The GOP holds a 3-2 council majority.

Republican Council President W. William Whiteside, Councilman Eric Glemser, and former Hatboro-Horsham School Director Erin Whalen are being challenged by Democrats Elizabeth Thomson, John McCarthy, and Ruth Patterson.

Biographical Information

• Name: Elizabeth Thomson
• Age: 48
• Town of Residence: Horsham Township
• Position sought: Horsham Township Council
• Are you an incumbent? No
• What Towns Does Your Position Cover? Horsham Township
• Party Affiliation: Democrat
• Family: Married, one son attending Simmons Elementary School
• Education: Bachelor of Science, Bloomsburg University
• Occupation: 25-year career in corporate insurance with MetLife

Candidate Questions

1. How do you feel about the former Navy Base development?

Excited! Two years ago, I submitted my resume to the township expressing interest in getting involved with the land redevelopment. That inquiry ended up being what catapulted me to run for Council. It’s my hope that we, as a community, create something beautiful, purposeful, and sustainable.

2. What are your thoughts on political violence in the country?

It’s scary and it’s sad. I think it’s a disgrace that the President pardoned the violent rioters who invaded the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Political violence should not be tolerated, let alone pardoned.

3. What are the biggest challenges facing the borough?

Responsible development. We have the Navy base development ahead of us, and we have existing office buildings that are empty. We need to attract and retain the right businesses to contribute to our economy.