Gubernatorial campaign websites: on Principles & Values
Lupe Valdez:
Supports Texas Bill of Rights, rooted in Democratic values
I proudly support every plank of the Texas Democratic Party's Texas Bill of Rights. From strengthening our economic security to defending the dignity and
respect of every human being, these progressive ideas are rooted in Democratic values and are shared by a common sense majority of Texans.
Source: 2018 Texas Gubernatorial campaign website LupeValdez.com
Oct 9, 2018
Christine Hallquist:
Monthly town halls and weekly audio broadcasts as governor
Hold monthly town halls in rotating counties across the state to receive feedback from Vermonters. In a weekly audio broadcast available to all Vermonters, Christine will explain what she did
each week and will recap what is going on in Montpelier. Launch a digital platform for State Employees and citizens to share ideas on improving state government.
Source: 2018 VT governor Campaign website ChristineForVermont.com
Sep 1, 2018
Mick Cornett:
God and church are main components of his value system
Mick is considered nationally to be 'the most conservative big city mayor in the country.' He is pro-life and a defender of the second amendment.
Mick and his wife, Terri, attend Skyline Church, a non-denominational Bible church in Oklahoma City. Terri calls Mick, "the most Godly man I know."
Source: 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial campaign website Mick2018.com
Jul 4, 2018
Bill Lee:
Don't exclude faith from public life
Religious liberty is non-negotiable. One of the most fundamental Constitutional rights is the right to exercise your faith freely. Too many times, the phrase, "separation of church and state" has been twisted to mean "keep faith out of public life"
or, "leaders should check their values at the door when making decisions about right and wrong." That understanding is a mistake, and as governor, I will work to defend the freedom of every Tennessean to live his or her values.
Source: 2018 Wisconsin governor campaign website BillLee.org
Jul 2, 2018
J.B. Pritzker:
Who needs another rich guy running for office?
Let me address a question I imagine may be on your mind:"With Bruce Rauner as Governor and Donald Trump as President, why do we need another rich guy running for office?"
My answer is that it's a matter of values. About a century ago, my great-grandfather Nicholas arrived in Chicago penniless. He worked hard--but he had help.
A social service agency helped him find a place to live. A good public school helped him learn English. A state university allowed him to get a higher education degree. You can't pull yourself up by your bootstraps if you don't have any,
and this state gave my great grandfather his bootstraps. It's what everyone in Illinois deserves, it's what I've been fighting for my whole life, and it's what I'll be fighting for every day as your next governor.
Source: 2018 Illinois gubernatorial campaign website JBPritzker.com
Jul 17, 2017
Jared Fisher:
Master of time management: time is our greatest asset
Jared has always been committed to providing the best conditions for his workforce, protecting the environment, and pushing the limits on business innovation, development, and sustainability.
He starts every day out with a bike ride, a run, a hundred push ups and a non-fiction audio book. He is an energetic leader who believes in doing the right thing and trusting employees to do their best.
He listens to what people have to say, starts debate and ends debate. He is a firm believer that time is our greatest asset and has become a master of time management.
He does not waste time getting to the point and following through.
Source: 2018 Nevada Governor campaign website FisherForNevada.com
Jul 12, 2017
Jared Fisher:
Started renewable-energy-based tourism business
Jared moved to Nevada in 1990 with a few personal items, a bike, and a dream to go to UNLV and start his own business in hospitality. In his second year of studies at Harrah's College of Hotel Administration, he married his best friend Heather, and
together they started a successful Nevada-based tour company from a UNLV marketing project. Their original 1992 mission to promote human power and the natural environment is now the basis of three bike shops & a tour company powered by renewable energy.
Source: 2018 Nevada Governor campaign website FisherForNevada.com
Jul 12, 2017
Connie Pillich:
Announced candidacy on route of Cincinnati Women's March
Connie announced her campaign for Governor along the same route she joined with thousands of women on January 21, 2017 as part of the Cincinnati Women's March. Inspired by the energy of that day and determined to not let it fade away, Connie is
dedicated to helping Democrats reclaim our status as patriots because she knows we cannot be afraid to stand up for our values.As Governor, Connie will take the lessons she learned as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force to provide the progressive and
unflinching leadership Ohioans need to improve our schools, rebuild our infrastructure, and bring back the industry and jobs that can support a family.
The youngest of five, Connie grew up in a working-class neighborhood in the shadow of a steel mill, which closed. Connie put herself through college with an ROTC scholarship, student loans, and part-time work.
Source: 2018 Ohio gubernatorial campaign website ConniePillich.com
May 2, 2017
Gary Richardson:
Freedom to work & worship free of government interference
To me, the word "Liberty" speaks of a state of being free from oppressive restrictions, regardless of who is behind the oppressive conduct. This leaves one with the ability to enjoy that which life has to offer, be it social, political, economical
rights, privileges and/or spiritual. As for government, I will always stand on the side of liberty and work to ensure that Oklahomans have the freedom to work, speak, and worship free of government interference.
Source: 2018 Oklahoma governor campaign website GaryRichardson.org
May 2, 2017
Tim Walz:
Got political when students were turned away from Bush event
To be honest, I did not pay a lot of attention to politics. Things changed in 2004. Former President George Bush came to speak in a Mankato quarry. I accompanied two students who wanted to hear the speech. When we arrived, one of my students was turned
away because of a John Kerry sticker on his wallet. We were ordered to board a bus to take us away from the quarry. Though I was allowed to stay--after offensive questioning by a campaigner--the boys were told to leave.
This was a teachable moment for them and for me. I decided that, if a command sergeant major could be harassed for wishing to hear his commander-in-chief, the political process was deeply broken.
That night, I became committed to working to help repair our nation's political system.
Source: 2018 Minnesota governor campaign website WalzForGovernor.org
May 2, 2017
Tommy Battle:
Conservative values from first job in his dad's restaurant
Tommy Battle has never been afraid of hard work. He was born in Birmingham and had his first job working in his dad's restaurant when I was 14. Tommy went to Berry High School and spent his summers working to pay for college. Shipyards in Mobile, ovens
in Birmingham, usually living in boarding houses.He took that work ethic with him to the University of Alabama. He studied business, served on the SGA, and Alabama's champion debate team--though It was in the Alabama Republican Party where he found
his passion for public service.
After college his first job was as manager of Britling on the Highland in Birmingham. He moved to Huntsville in 1980 and was elected to the city council in 1984, before being elected as Huntsville's mayor in 2008.
He was re-elected in 2012 and again in 2016, receiving more than 80% of the votes cast in both elections.
Everything Tommy has done in his life has been built on the conservative values he learned from his dad at that first job way back when.
Source: 2018 Alabama gubernatorial campaign website TommyBattle.com
May 2, 2017
Tommy Battle:
Longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church
More About Tommy- Tommy is a small businessman and worker that has dedicated his life to his conservative values
- First job was bussing tables when he was 14 at his dad's restaurant
- Longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church
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Married to wife, Eula, for more than 27 years
- Son, Drew, and Daughter-in-Law, Lauren, welcomed Tommy and Eula's first grandchild, George, in April 2015
- Award winning barbecue cook
- Loves "The Eagles"
Source: 2018 Alabama gubernatorial campaign website TommyBattle.com
May 2, 2017
Daniel Biss:
Took on the political machine & won with creative solutions
First as a mathematics professor, and now as a legislator, Daniel Biss has always tackled the hardest problems. While teaching, Daniel's desire to confront our state's most critical problems compelled him to get more involved in his local community--
first as an organizer, and later as a candidate.Daniel has taken on the machine and won, and now focuses on offering long-term, creative solutions and fighting for those whose voices are typically ignored.
Source: 2018 Illinois gubernatorial campaign website DanielBiss.com
Apr 30, 2017
Brian Kemp:
State Senator and Secretary of State
Brian Kemp, GBA Board Secretary, serves as Georgia's Secretary of State. Mr. Kemp, a lifelong resident of Athens, is a graduate of Clarke Central High School and of the University of Georgia, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture.
The Georgia Secretary of State's office oversees elections, corporations, securities, and professional licensing boards, and also controls the state archives and the Capitol museum.
Secretary Kemp served in the Georgia State Senate from 2002-2006.
Brian, 46, is married to the former Marty Argo of Athens.
They are the proud parents of three daughters and are actively involved in various school activities with their children and various charities. The Kemps are active members of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Athens.
Source: 2018 Georgia Gubernatorial campaign website gba.georgia.gov
Mar 15, 2017
Rich Leopold:
I'm a person of faith; I volunteer with faith-based groups
Everyone who runs for office should tell you their beliefs. I am a person who is sustained by the daily practice of faith. I grew up in the Lutheran church, and over the years we have raised our family in Iowa Lutheran congregations.
Being involved in my community and state are important also. There is never enough time, but I have served on boards and volunteered doing "grunt work" for dozens of non-profit, faith-based, youth-centered, and/or conservation organizations.
Source: 2018 Iowa Gubernatorial campaign website RichLeopold.com
Mar 15, 2017
Mark Green:
Conservative Christian and State Senator
Dr. Mark Green is a conservative Christian, veteran, father, husband and businessman. As the Tennessee State Senator for District 22,
Mark serves as the Vice-Chair of the Senate Commerce and Insurance Committee as well as a member of the Agriculture and Natural Resources, and The State and Local Government committees.
Source: 2018 Gubernatorial campaign website, MarkGreen4TN.com
Jan 31, 2017
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