Margaret Burke

Candidate for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 147 in Harleysville, PA

Margaret Burke is a candidate for Representative in the General Assembly District 147 in Pennsylvania State House District 147, Pennsylvania — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Donna Marie Scheuren.

Margaret Burke is a molecular pathologist, former business professional, and Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 147. She holds a B.S. in Biology and an MBA from Cornell University, and a Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Pathology from SUNY Stony Brook. Burke worked in the pharmaceutical sector before stepping away in 2004 to care for her son and advocate for families navigating special education. Her campaign prioritizes healthcare access and public education.