Jared Craig

[{"question": "Ballotpedia survey responses", "answer_html": "<p>See also: <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a></p>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Jared Craig completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Craig's responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-398751-2026-01-09\" id=\"heading-key-message-398751-2026-01-09\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-398751-2026-01-09\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-398751-2026-01-09\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-398751-2026-01-09\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-398751-2026-01-09\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>The voters in GA-14 deserve a competent and capable representative in Washington. No gimmicks, no nonsense, and no more unqualified Candidates.</li><li>I have fought for the America First/MAGA Movement from the beginning. I stand with President Trump because he stands for what We the People believe in and preserving our Constitutional Republic.</li><li>Please donate to my campaign at www.Jared4Congress.com</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-398751-2026-01-09\" id=\"heading1-398751-2026-01-09\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-398751-2026-01-09\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-398751-2026-01-09\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-398751-2026-01-09\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-398751-2026-01-09\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tImmigration, Energy Independence, Election Integrity, American Production\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-398751-2026-01-09\" id=\"heading2-398751-2026-01-09\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-398751-2026-01-09\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-398751-2026-01-09\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-398751-2026-01-09\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-398751-2026-01-09\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tVeterans For America First, Admiral Charles Kubic,\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Jared Craig completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Craig's responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading-bio-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho are you? Tell us about yourself.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-bio-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am a life long Georgian. I am a Conservative Republican seeking to remove Rafael Warnock from office and ensure Republican control of the US Senate. \r\n<p>I support America First policies. Although the other Republican candidates are all good guys, I believe I am the most qualified candidate for the Republican Nomination due to my professional legal experience representing Georgians for over 12 years. \r\n</p><p>The job of a US Senator is to advocate for all Georgians, to draft laws and vote on bills. It is a job of an attorney. We cannot take this election lightly. We cannot rely on gimmick candidates. Unqualified candidates will be puppets of faceless unelected lobbiests and bureaucrats.\r\n</p><p>I am no gimmick. I will vote only on legislation I personally read and analyze. I need no interpreter as I am fluent in the language of the law, case law analysis and I have a firm understanding of the US Constitution and the United States Supreme Court holdings. \r\n</p><p>I am the only candidate in this race to publish my platform. I am clear, direct and honest about my intentions. I'm no career politician but I am a career advocate for Georgians. \r\n</p><p>We need to save Georgia and therefore save this Great Nation for our children. If we don't fight now, our Constitutional Republic may be lost. \r\n</p>\nPlease go to my website to see my personal background and platform. I look forward to representing all of Georgia in Washington DC. I thank you in advance for your support.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading-key-message-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>We need to ensure voter integrity.</li><li>Social media should be treated as a public forum to stop censorship of free thought.</li><li>Infrastructure requires critical manufacturing of good we rely on to live including pharmaceuticals.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading1-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI aim to preserve the fundamental individual rights of all citizens. Equal Treatment as required by the 14th Amendment demands that all laws are drafted with no special treatment for any class and the enforcement of those laws are enforced regardless of immutable traits. <br/><br/>\n<p>Notions of Equity are only appropriate in the judicial branch; not the legislative or executive branches. We already have courts of Equity.<br/><br/>\r\nTrue Equality is the promotion of no one based on immutable traits. What truly matters is the character and abilities of a candidate. <br/><br/>\r\nCapitalism is competitive while Socialism is a surrender. I support a merit and accountability based social system.<br/><br/>\n</p>\nI believe we have too many unqualified people holding public office. This is dangerous and foolish. Identity politics and optics are irrelevant to an effective government. <br/><br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading2-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe King James version of the Bible. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading3-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading3-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tIndividual rights. Merit based social systems. Personal Accountability. Knowledge of the job and having the skills and experiences to ensure Individual rights and the best interest of the American People. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading4-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading4-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am a professional listener. I am a career advocate for Georgians. I understand the job of a US Senator, the language of the law, the history of the United States Supreme Court and the US Constitution. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading5-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading5-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tTo represent the character of their state with the Federal government to ensure their constituents are heard. Also to present and vote on legislation that is Constitutional and makes life better for all patriotic Americans. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading6-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legacy would you like to leave?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading6-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tSaving this great nation from those who wish to destroy it from within. To preserve Individual Liberties for all citizens and to end all codified special treatment for collectives. <br/><br/>\r\nI wish to ensure true Equality on objective measures and limit subjective Equity analysis to the proper judicial body.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading7-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was the last song that got stuck in your head?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tZack Brown: Chicken Fried\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading8-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is something that has been a struggle in your life?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading8-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tSeeing our youth indoctrinated to hate this country. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading9-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tTo educate our children about the ills of Socialism and Communism. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading10-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your thoughts on term limits?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading10-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI believe term limits will present a problem for deciding which representatives are ranked for committee and leadership roles. The current system of seniority is an important part of both Houses of Congress.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading11-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading11-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tUS Senators are advocates for their entire state. Senators propose legislation and vote on bills for the entire nation. The Senate also acts as a check to the House of Representatives and the White House. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading12-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading12-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI believe the job of a US Senator requires a firm knowledge of the current laws, the history of our country and the United States Constitution. The job of a US Senator is more akin to a lawyer than any other profession. <br/><br/>\r\nUnqualified candidates who obtain any office are mere puppets of faceless unelected bureaucrats. It is dangerous to elect a candidate who cannot evaluate the laws they present or vote on.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading13-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you think of the filibuster?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThis text box didn't allow enough space to reply properly ... lol.<br/><br/>\r\nI believe it is a novel tool to prevent a majority from passing legislation that many believe is harmful.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading14-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading14-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tWill they follow the US Constitution and ensure Equal Treatment of all citizens by the government?\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading15-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading15-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tNo. I base my perspective on my upbringing, the lessons taught by my parents and my personal experiences in life. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading16-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tHow would you evaluate a judicial nominee?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading16-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tWill they follow the US Constitution? \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading17-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat kind of relationships would you build with other senators?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading17-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI will build a coalition of functional people to ensure the longevity of our Constitutional Republic. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-103003-2021-09-14\" id=\"heading18-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-103003-2021-09-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-103003-2021-09-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-103003-2021-09-14\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes, but I disagree with irrelevant pork being added to bills to bribe others for votes. I believe single issue bills are better for our country and pork add-ons perpetuate waste and corruption. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nJared Craig completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Craig's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? The voters in GA-14 deserve a competent and capable representative in Washington. No gimmicks, no nonsense, and no more unqualified Candidates. I have fought for the America First/MAGA Movement from the beginning. I stand with President Trump because he stands for what We the People believe in and preserving our Constitutional Republic. Please donate to my campaign at www.Jared4Congress.com What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Immigration, Energy Independence, Election Integrity, American Production What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? Veterans For America First, Admiral Charles Kubic,\nNote: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.\n\n\nJared Craig completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Craig's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. I am a life long Georgian. I am a Conservative Republican seeking to remove Rafael Warnock from office and ensure Republican control of the US Senate. I support America First policies. Although the other Republican candidates are all good guys, I believe I am the most qualified candidate for the Republican Nomination due to my professional legal experience representing Georgians for over 12 years. The job of a US Senator is to advocate for all Georgians, to draft laws and vote on bills. It is a job of an attorney. We cannot take this election lightly. We cannot rely on gimmick candidates. Unqualified candidates will be puppets of faceless unelected lobbiests and bureaucrats. I am no gimmick. I will vote only on legislation I personally read and analyze. I need no interpreter as I am fluent in the language of the law, case law analysis and I have a firm understanding of the US Constitution and the United States Supreme Court holdings. I am the only candidate in this race to publish my platform. I am clear, direct and honest about my intentions. I'm no career politician but I am a career advocate for Georgians. We need to save Georgia and therefore save this Great Nation for our children. If we don't fight now, our Constitutional Republic may be lost. Please go to my website to see my personal background and platform. I look forward to representing all of Georgia in Washington DC. I thank you in advance for your support. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? We need to ensure voter integrity. Social media should be treated as a public forum to stop censorship of free thought. Infrastructure requires critical manufacturing of good we rely on to live including pharmaceuticals. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I aim to preserve the fundamental individual rights of all citizens. Equal Treatment as required by the 14th Amendment demands that all laws are drafted with no special treatment for any class and the enforcement of those laws are enforced regardless of immutable traits. Notions of Equity are only appropriate in the judicial branch; not the legislative or executive branches. We already have courts of Equity. True Equality is the promotion of no one based on immutable traits. What truly matters is the character and abilities of a candidate. Capitalism is competitive while Socialism is a surrender. I support a merit and accountability based social system. I believe we have too many unqualified people holding public office. This is dangerous and foolish. Identity politics and optics are irrelevant to an effective government. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? The King James version of the Bible. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Individual rights. Merit based social systems. Personal Accountability. Knowledge of the job and having the skills and experiences to ensure Individual rights and the best interest of the American People. What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? I am a professional listener. I am a career advocate for Georgians. I understand the job of a US Senator, the language of the law, the history of the United States Supreme Court and the US Constitution. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? To represent the character of their state with the Federal government to ensure their constituents are heard. Also to present and vote on legislation that is Constitutional and makes life better for all patriotic Americans. What legacy would you like to leave? Saving this great nation from those who wish to destroy it from within. To preserve Individual Liberties for all citizens and to end all codified special treatment for collectives. I wish to ensure true Equality on objective measures and limit subjective Equity analysis to the proper judicial body. What was the last song that got stuck in your head? Zack Brown: Chicken Fried What is something that has been a struggle in your life? Seeing our youth indoctrinated to hate this country. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? To educate our children about the ills of Socialism and Communism. What are your thoughts on term limits? I believe term limits will present a problem for deciding which representatives are ranked for committee and leadership roles. The current system of seniority is an important part of both Houses of Congress. What qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution? US Senators are advocates for their entire state. Senators propose legislation and vote on bills for the entire nation. The Senate also acts as a check to the House of Representatives and the White House. Do you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics? I believe the job of a US Senator requires a firm knowledge of the current laws, the history of our country and the United States Constitution. The job of a US Senator is more akin to a lawyer than any other profession. Unqualified candidates who obtain any office are mere puppets of faceless unelected bureaucrats. It is dangerous to elect a candidate who cannot evaluate the laws they present or vote on. What do you think of the filibuster? This text box didn't allow enough space to reply properly ... lol. I believe it is a novel tool to prevent a majority from passing legislation that many believe is harmful. What criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees? Will they follow the US Constitution and ensure Equal Treatment of all citizens by the government? Is there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? No. I base my perspective on my upbringing, the lessons taught by my parents and my personal experiences in life. How would you evaluate a judicial nominee? Will they follow the US Constitution? What kind of relationships would you build with other senators? I will build a coalition of functional people to ensure the longevity of our Constitutional Republic. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Yes, but I disagree with irrelevant pork being added to bills to bribe others for votes. I believe single issue bills are better for our country and pork add-ons perpetuate waste and corruption.\nNote: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it."}, {"question": "Campaign website", "answer_html": "<p>Craig's campaign website stated the following:\n</p>\n<div style=\"height:400px;overflow:scroll;border:1px solid gray;margin:20px;padding:10px;\">\n<table data-nosnippet=\"\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: none;background-color: transparent; auto; ;\">\n<tbody><tr>\n<td style=\"border:none; color:#B2B7F2;font-size:35px;font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-weight: bold; text-align: left; padding: 10px 3px;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"20\">“\n</td>\n<td style=\"border: none; padding: 4px 10px;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p><u><b>America 1st Agenda: My Additional Ideas</b></u>\n</p><p><u><b>Social Media is a Public Forum</b></u>. I propose we hold social media platforms as any other public forum. In doing so, access will no longer be restricted based on the content of the speech by those within the forum. The social media companies should be limited to <u>time, place and manner restrictions</u> for users. The modern view of our Freedom of Speech requires this to stop the monopoly on public speech and the free flow of thoughts between our citizens. Faceless <u>Censorship must stop!</u>\n</p><p><u><b>Voting Integrity</b></u>: First and foremost, this is a State level issue, I propose federal funding to assist the States, and oppose any attempts of federal overreach.\n</p><p>I propose that each State employ the National Guard to observe all national elections. The National Guard is comprised of civilian soldiers who answer directly to the governors of each state with dual federal connection. This unique relationship between state and federal governments is important to have local control with <b>federal oversight.</b> Currently there is very little accountability for those working the polls. <u><b>Our votes should not be diluted!</b></u>\n</p><p>National Guardsmen and women are a vetted, trained and loyal group of our citizenry with whom we give additional trusts in times of domestic crisis and turmoil. I believe less fraud will occur when those we grant so much trust to also facilitate our elections. <u>Trust in our election system must be restored! </u>\n</p><p><u><b>Critical Manufacturing Infrastructure</b></u><b>:</b> The 2020 COVID pandemic has illustrated how much of our vital needs are controlled by nations which intend to do us harm. We need a critical supply of prescription drugs, medical equipment, technology components and transportation goods manufactured domestically. <u><b>I will vote to stop doing business with our enemies</b></u><b>.</b> The current infrastructure bill has very little to do with what we actually need, and it is filled with pork and nonsense special interest project. \n</p><p><u><b>Energy Independence</b></u><b>:</b> We need energy independence to even begin discussing domestic manufacturing. Joe Biden and the Democrat Party are the direct cause of skyrocketing energy costs. Energy Independence is the core solution to our most important issues. It was not that long ago that the United States was a net exporter of energy.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Pro-Life</b></u>\n</p><p>I firmly believe that abortion is the killing of an innocent life. I believe life begins at conception. I believe in limited and rare exceptions based on the viability of the child and the health of the mother.\n</p><p>Issues like abortion must decided by principles of what is Right versus Wrong, and not the based on the impact on those who wish to do wrong things.\n</p><p>Abortions for gender preference and to avoid special needs is an evil practice that has become too common. We are all God's children.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Fundamental Rights</b></u>\n</p><p>Those rights acknowledged in the Bill of Rights in the US Constitution are <b>not granted to citizens by the government, but from God</b>. These rights are not created by the US Constitution therefore, no State or Federal Government can take them away. \n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>State v. Federal Rights</b></u>\n</p><p><u>10th Amendment of the US Constitution:</u>\n</p><p>\"<i>The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people</i>.\"\n</p><p><u>Article 1, Section 8</u>: <b><i>Necessary and Proper</i> Clause of the US Constitution</b> expressly grants the Federal Government the rights to:\n</p><p><i>1) to tax; 2) to coin money; 3) to regulate foreign and domestic commerce; 4) to raise and maintain an armed forces; 5) to fix standards of weights and measures; 6) to grant patents and copyrights; 7) to conduct foreign affairs; and 8) to make treaties.</i>\n</p><p>All other governmental powers are reserved to the states. States' rights are commonly referred to <b>\"<i>Police Powers</i>\"</b> which includes <b>Health, Safety and Education</b>. \n</p><p>We have <b>too much Federal overreach</b> today with issues solely within the powers of the States. The <b><u>Federal Government has usurped State powers</u></b> including education, public safety, criminal prosecutions, employment and conditional infrastructure funding.\n</p><p>We also have <b>too many State Infringements in fundamental rights</b> when States enact laws a policies that infringe on Federally protected fundamental rights. <u>The US Constitution sets minimum standards for fundamental rights and <b>States can only provide additional protections</b>.</u> Certain States are infringing on citizens' rights to bear arms, and interstate travel.\n</p><p><b>Fundamental Rights nor State Police Powers are subject to Emergencies or Pandemics!</b> Martial Law is the only temporary exception.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>First Amendment</b></u>\n</p><p><b>Religion</b>: Each US Citizen has the freedom to <u>live your religion and to communicate your moral principles 7 days a week </u>without government interference or censorship by social media. The Judeo-Christian values are being eroded and devalued by the Godless Left.\n</p><p><b>Censorship/Social Media</b>: Faceless and Godless employees of social media platforms have a monopoly on public messaging and political speech through unconstitutional censorship while receiving special treatment from the federal government at the expense of the American People. Access to social media should not be based on the content of the speech of the participants. This monopoly and censorship unconstitutionally abridges our Freedom of Speech.\n</p><p><b>Family Values</b>: I am Pro-Life. I support the nuclear family. Parents have a fundamental right to make decisions for their children without intrusion by politically motivated teachers, administrators and curriculum. I support School Choice for families where public schools have failed our children.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Second Amendment</b></u>\n</p><p>All law-abiding citizens should be free to carry firearms openly and across state lines. State lines and various restrictions are abridgements to this right.\n</p><p>The US Constitution acknowledges this fundamental right.\n</p><p>States must not abridge, but ensure each individual citizen's rights to defend themselves against tyranny and against those who intend to cause them harm.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Law Enforcement</b></u>\n</p><p>I support law enforcement at every level to maintain the peace and to enforce the laws of state and federal government free of political interference.\n</p><p><u>Defunding law enforcement is a foolish plan that leads to certain anarchy and public discord.</u>\n</p><p>The BLM and Antifa riots of 2019-2020 illustrate how our law enforcement has been weakened.\n</p><p>Constitutionally protected right to protest is subject to the <b>time, place and manner restrictions</b> contained in the <b>permit</b> granted by the local government where said protests take place.\n</p><p>When local authorities were prevented from enforcing these restrictions, our cities were destroyed, occupied and burned.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Equality v. Equity</b></u>\n</p><p>The 14th Amendment demands the <u>Equal Treatment</u> by our government for our citizens. Facially neutral laws are required. This is to prevent discrimination and special treatment.\n</p><p>Equality is objective while Equity notions are purely subjective. Equality is what our US Constitution ensures, while Equity is completely misplaced in the Executive and Legislative Branches.\n</p><p><u>Equity</u> considerations are reserved to the Judicial Branch where judges hear subjective facts and analyze disputes case by case. Those who want more Equity considerations should promote additional discretion in trial court judges. \n</p><p>Any efforts to promote Equity elsewhere is Unconstitutional pursuant to the 14th Amendment Equal Protection Clause.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Military</b></u>\n</p><p>I support a strong military to deter an invasion of our great nation and for the protection of our allies around the world.\n</p><p>The <u>military is no sociology experiment</u> to promote a political agenda. The sole considerations for military personnel decisions and policies should be <b>Lethality, Efficiency and Effectiveness</b>.\n</p><p>CRT being promoted in our military is offensive to the rich history of a diverse US Military. The US Military was integrated long before the Civil Rights Acts of 1964.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Immigration</b></u>\n</p><p>We have a current immigration crisis at our Southern Border and we are being invaded by unvetted and unregulated populations now being shipped all across the US in <b>direct violation of federal law!</b>\n</p><p>I support a strong presence at our US Borders, building the wall and vetting those who seek entry into our country.\n</p><p>The beautiful thing on this issue is that we do not need new laws, but merely the funding and personnel to enforce the laws in place now.\n</p><p><b>UNHCR, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees</b>: Mexico became a signatory to the <i><b>States Parties to the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees and the 1967 Protocol</b></i> on <u>June 7, 2000</u>.\n</p><p>I propose that Mexico build refugee camps on their side of the Southern Border since they allowed entry of the illegal migrants into their country.\n</p><p>Refugees who reach Mexico can seek asylum there. Economic prosperity is not a valid basis to grant asylum to refugee applicants who have reached a safe nation.\n</p><p>Refugees do not get to choose which safe nation to seek safety. The first safe nation has an obligation to those immigrants pursuant to International Law.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Fair &amp; Flat Tax</b></u>\n</p><p>I believe we should <b>abolish the IRS</b> with the creation of a <b>Flat Fair Tax</b> for all citizens at the point of purchase. \n</p><p><u>Collection and Funding Governments</u>:\n</p><p>Local sales would generate revenue and collected for the State Revenue Departments Each State would then pay their population-based share of Federal taxes to the Federal Government. The United States was created as a Constitutional Republic; a Collection of States with individual sovereignty who owe allegiance to a limited Federal Government.\n</p><p>The IRS and Federal Income Tax code is an Unconstitutional act of federal overreach and violation of individual rights and Equal Protection.\n</p><p>A <b>Fair Flat Tax</b> is within the spirit of <b>Equal Treatment</b>. Subjectively calculated income taxes are not supported by the US Constitution and socialist in nature. Only apportioned taxes on the People are Constitutional.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Government Spending</b></u>\n</p><p>We have not modernized many governmental departments and agencies who employ unnecessary employees and operate inefficiently. This includes federally funded educational institutions. \n</p><p>We must re-evaluate all departments based on <b>need, effectiveness and efficiency</b>. Some departments and agencies are over funded while other more critical activities are underfunded.\n</p><p>If there is no money for government projects, we should not borrow from our enemies to study nonsense endeavors. If budgets are being spent merely to obtain next year's budget, funding of those activities should cease.\n</p><p>Until we fund projects domestically that benefit our citizens, we should not fund any foreign projects. If we are giving federal aid to foreign governments merely for charity purposes with no strings attached, this illustrates how we are <b>over taxing</b> our <b>People</b>.\n</p><p>We cannot feed our enemies while our children are hungry and homeless.\n</p><p><br/>\n<u><b>Capitalism v. Socialism</b></u>\n</p><p>I am a strong capitalist for many reasons. Competition leads to innovation, invention and lower pricing.\n</p><p>Free market capitalism and price competition is good for consumers. Socialism has no motivation to innovate, invent and the lack of price competition stagnates their economies. Socialism is giving up on all competition and kills economies.\n</p><p>I stand with the People of Cuba and any other country who seek to overthrow socialist and communist regimes. This is directly related to immigration and national security.\n</p><p>If we allow the able-bodied fighting age citizens of foreign countries to migrate here, there will be no one to revolt against the tyranny in their home countries.<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-quotedisclaimer_5-0\"><a href=\"#cite_note-quotedisclaimer-5\">[5]</a></sup>\n</p>\n</td>\n<td style=\"border: none; color: #B2B7F2; font-size: 35px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-weight: bold; text-align: right; padding: 10px 1px;\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"20\">”\n</td></tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"cquotecite\" colspan=\"3\" style=\"border: none; padding-right: 4%\"><cite style=\"font-style: normal;font-size: smaller; float: right;\">—Jared Craig's campaign website (2022)<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-6\"><a href=\"#cite_note-6\">[6]</a></sup></cite>\n</td></tr></tbody></table>\n</div>", "answer_text": "Craig's campaign website stated the following:\n“ America 1st Agenda: My Additional Ideas Social Media is a Public Forum . I propose we hold social media platforms as any other public forum. In doing so, access will no longer be restricted based on the content of the speech by those within the forum. The social media companies should be limited to time, place and manner restrictions for users. The modern view of our Freedom of Speech requires this to stop the monopoly on public speech and the free flow of thoughts between our citizens. Faceless Censorship must stop! Voting Integrity : First and foremost, this is a State level issue, I propose federal funding to assist the States, and oppose any attempts of federal overreach. I propose that each State employ the National Guard to observe all national elections. The National Guard is comprised of civilian soldiers who answer directly to the governors of each state with dual federal connection. This unique relationship between state and federal governments is important to have local control with federal oversight. Currently there is very little accountability for those working the polls. Our votes should not be diluted! National Guardsmen and women are a vetted, trained and loyal group of our citizenry with whom we give additional trusts in times of domestic crisis and turmoil. I believe less fraud will occur when those we grant so much trust to also facilitate our elections. Trust in our election system must be restored! Critical Manufacturing Infrastructure : The 2020 COVID pandemic has illustrated how much of our vital needs are controlled by nations which intend to do us harm. We need a critical supply of prescription drugs, medical equipment, technology components and transportation goods manufactured domestically. I will vote to stop doing business with our enemies . The current infrastructure bill has very little to do with what we actually need, and it is filled with pork and nonsense special interest project. Energy Independence : We need energy independence to even begin discussing domestic manufacturing. Joe Biden and the Democrat Party are the direct cause of skyrocketing energy costs. Energy Independence is the core solution to our most important issues. It was not that long ago that the United States was a net exporter of energy. Pro-Life I firmly believe that abortion is the killing of an innocent life. I believe life begins at conception. I believe in limited and rare exceptions based on the viability of the child and the health of the mother. Issues like abortion must decided by principles of what is Right versus Wrong, and not the based on the impact on those who wish to do wrong things. Abortions for gender preference and to avoid special needs is an evil practice that has become too common. We are all God's children. Fundamental Rights Those rights acknowledged in the Bill of Rights in the US Constitution are not granted to citizens by the government, but from God . These rights are not created by the US Constitution therefore, no State or Federal Government can take them away. State v. Federal Rights 10th Amendment of the US Constitution: \" The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people .\" Article 1, Section 8 : Necessary and Proper Clause of the US Constitution expressly grants the Federal Government the rights to: 1) to tax; 2) to coin money; 3) to regulate foreign and domestic commerce; 4) to raise and maintain an armed forces; 5) to fix standards of weights and measures; 6) to grant patents and copyrights; 7) to conduct foreign affairs; and 8) to make treaties. All other governmental powers are reserved to the states. States' rights are commonly referred to \" Police Powers \" which includes Health, Safety and Education . We have too much Federal overreach today with issues solely within the powers of the States. The Federal Government has usurped State powers including education, public safety, criminal prosecutions, employment and conditional infrastructure funding. We also have too many State Infringements in fundamental rights when States enact laws a policies that infringe on Federally protected fundamental rights. The US Constitution sets minimum standards for fundamental rights and States can only provide additional protections . Certain States are infringing on citizens' rights to bear arms, and interstate travel. Fundamental Rights nor State Police Powers are subject to Emergencies or Pandemics! Martial Law is the only temporary exception. First Amendment Religion : Each US Citizen has the freedom to live your religion and to communicate your moral principles 7 days a week without government interference or censorship by social media. The Judeo-Christian values are being eroded and devalued by the Godless Left. Censorship/Social Media : Faceless and Godless employees of social media platforms have a monopoly on public messaging and political speech through unconstitutional censorship while receiving special treatment from the federal government at the expense of the American People. Access to social media should not be based on the content of the speech of the participants. This monopoly and censorship unconstitutionally abridges our Freedom of Speech. Family Values : I am Pro-Life. I support the nuclear family. Parents have a fundamental right to make decisions for their children without intrusion by politically motivated teachers, administrators and curriculum. I support School Choice for families where public schools have failed our children. Second Amendment All law-abiding citizens should be free to carry firearms openly and across state lines. State lines and various restrictions are abridgements to this right. The US Constitution acknowledges this fundamental right. States must not abridge, but ensure each individual citizen's rights to defend themselves against tyranny and against those who intend to cause them harm. Law Enforcement I support law enforcement at every level to maintain the peace and to enforce the laws of state and federal government free of political interference. Defunding law enforcement is a foolish plan that leads to certain anarchy and public discord. The BLM and Antifa riots of 2019-2020 illustrate how our law enforcement has been weakened. Constitutionally protected right to protest is subject to the time, place and manner restrictions contained in the permit granted by the local government where said protests take place. When local authorities were prevented from enforcing these restrictions, our cities were destroyed, occupied and burned. Equality v. Equity The 14th Amendment demands the Equal Treatment by our government for our citizens. Facially neutral laws are required. This is to prevent discrimination and special treatment. Equality is objective while Equity notions are purely subjective. Equality is what our US Constitution ensures, while Equity is completely misplaced in the Executive and Legislative Branches. Equity considerations are reserved to the Judicial Branch where judges hear subjective facts and analyze disputes case by case. Those who want more Equity considerations should promote additional discretion in trial court judges. Any efforts to promote Equity elsewhere is Unconstitutional pursuant to the 14th Amendment Equal Protection Clause. Military I support a strong military to deter an invasion of our great nation and for the protection of our allies around the world. The military is no sociology experiment to promote a political agenda. The sole considerations for military personnel decisions and policies should be Lethality, Efficiency and Effectiveness . CRT being promoted in our military is offensive to the rich history of a diverse US Military. The US Military was integrated long before the Civil Rights Acts of 1964. Immigration We have a current immigration crisis at our Southern Border and we are being invaded by unvetted and unregulated populations now being shipped all across the US in direct violation of federal law! I support a strong presence at our US Borders, building the wall and vetting those who seek entry into our country. The beautiful thing on this issue is that we do not need new laws, but merely the funding and personnel to enforce the laws in place now. UNHCR, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees : Mexico became a signatory to the States Parties to the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees and the 1967 Protocol on June 7, 2000 . I propose that Mexico build refugee camps on their side of the Southern Border since they allowed entry of the illegal migrants into their country. Refugees who reach Mexico can seek asylum there. Economic prosperity is not a valid basis to grant asylum to refugee applicants who have reached a safe nation. Refugees do not get to choose which safe nation to seek safety. The first safe nation has an obligation to those immigrants pursuant to International Law. Fair & Flat Tax I believe we should abolish the IRS with the creation of a Flat Fair Tax for all citizens at the point of purchase. Collection and Funding Governments : Local sales would generate revenue and collected for the State Revenue Departments Each State would then pay their population-based share of Federal taxes to the Federal Government. The United States was created as a Constitutional Republic; a Collection of States with individual sovereignty who owe allegiance to a limited Federal Government. The IRS and Federal Income Tax code is an Unconstitutional act of federal overreach and violation of individual rights and Equal Protection. A Fair Flat Tax is within the spirit of Equal Treatment . Subjectively calculated income taxes are not supported by the US Constitution and socialist in nature. Only apportioned taxes on the People are Constitutional. Government Spending We have not modernized many governmental departments and agencies who employ unnecessary employees and operate inefficiently. This includes federally funded educational institutions. We must re-evaluate all departments based on need, effectiveness and efficiency . Some departments and agencies are over funded while other more critical activities are underfunded. If there is no money for government projects, we should not borrow from our enemies to study nonsense endeavors. If budgets are being spent merely to obtain next year's budget, funding of those activities should cease. Until we fund projects domestically that benefit our citizens, we should not fund any foreign projects. If we are giving federal aid to foreign governments merely for charity purposes with no strings attached, this illustrates how we are over taxing our People . We cannot feed our enemies while our children are hungry and homeless. Capitalism v. Socialism I am a strong capitalist for many reasons. Competition leads to innovation, invention and lower pricing. Free market capitalism and price competition is good for consumers. Socialism has no motivation to innovate, invent and the lack of price competition stagnates their economies. Socialism is giving up on all competition and kills economies. I stand with the People of Cuba and any other country who seek to overthrow socialist and communist regimes. This is directly related to immigration and national security. If we allow the able-bodied fighting age citizens of foreign countries to migrate here, there will be no one to revolt against the tyranny in their home countries. [5] ” —Jared Craig's campaign website (2022) [6]"}]