Ron Eller
About Ron Eller
Ron Eller (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 10, 2026.
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[{"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>Ron Eller 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 Eller'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-379971-2026-01-15\" id=\"heading-key-message-379971-2026-01-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-379971-2026-01-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-379971-2026-01-15\" 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-379971-2026-01-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-379971-2026-01-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>I am a retired Military Officer (Mustang) with over 20 yrs of active federal service. I am also a Physician Assistant working in Cardiothoracic Surgery here in Mississippi for over two decades. Additionally, I have business experience as I am also a small business owner in the manufacturing of hunting products. I have served our nation and the people of the great state of Mississippi for all of my life. I am ready to continuing my service to we the people in Congress. I am blue collar guy and not part of political elite that wishes to divide us the little people so that they can hold the reins leadership over us. Additionally, I am also the Mississippi Chairman for Term Limits.</li><li>Our nation and the 2nd Congressional are at a pivotal point in history. Going forward, we need strong effective leadership that can lead from the front. Often are elected officials are only interested in what is good for themselves and not what is good for their constituents. There are too many people in leadership positions that lack real world experience. They tend to be the country club elite, and look down their noses at we the people and hold us in the distain.</li><li>I have the drive, will, an experience needed to be in an effective leader. Unlike others in this race I have the commitment needed to move Mississippi and America forward. I have been married to my childhood sweetheart for over 46 years. God has blessed me and my family and allowed us to live the American dream. It is my goal to ensure all Americans and all Mississippians have that opportunity to live the American dream. It is my pledge to serve our state and nation with the pride, integrity and honor that will reflect great credit upon my family and our nation.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-379971-2026-01-15\" id=\"heading1-379971-2026-01-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-379971-2026-01-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-379971-2026-01-15\" 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=\"heading1-379971-2026-01-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-379971-2026-01-15\" 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\tEconomic Development (free enterprise)<br/>\n<p>Border Security<br/>\r\nEducation <br/>\r\nPrison Reform<br/>\r\nTaxation to include limited government<br/>\r\nEnergy Production <br/>\r\nEnvironmental Protection<br/>\r\nIndividual Liberties<br/>\r\nNational Defense<br/>\r\nTraditional Values<br/><br/>\n</p>\nThese are bedrock items which form my platform of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.\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\nRon Eller completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Eller'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? I am a retired Military Officer (Mustang) with over 20 yrs of active federal service. I am also a Physician Assistant working in Cardiothoracic Surgery here in Mississippi for over two decades. Additionally, I have business experience as I am also a small business owner in the manufacturing of hunting products. I have served our nation and the people of the great state of Mississippi for all of my life. I am ready to continuing my service to we the people in Congress. I am blue collar guy and not part of political elite that wishes to divide us the little people so that they can hold the reins leadership over us. Additionally, I am also the Mississippi Chairman for Term Limits. Our nation and the 2nd Congressional are at a pivotal point in history. Going forward, we need strong effective leadership that can lead from the front. Often are elected officials are only interested in what is good for themselves and not what is good for their constituents. There are too many people in leadership positions that lack real world experience. They tend to be the country club elite, and look down their noses at we the people and hold us in the distain. I have the drive, will, an experience needed to be in an effective leader. Unlike others in this race I have the commitment needed to move Mississippi and America forward. I have been married to my childhood sweetheart for over 46 years. God has blessed me and my family and allowed us to live the American dream. It is my goal to ensure all Americans and all Mississippians have that opportunity to live the American dream. It is my pledge to serve our state and nation with the pride, integrity and honor that will reflect great credit upon my family and our nation. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Economic Development (free enterprise) Border Security Education Prison Reform Taxation to include limited government Energy Production Environmental Protection Individual Liberties National Defense Traditional Values These are bedrock items which form my platform of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.\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>Eller'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><b>Education</b>\n</p><p>Education is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front, we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Not only do we need to train the youth of our nation, but we also need to reform the prison population. By reforming the prison population we can make them productive members of society.\n</p><p><b>Economics</b>\n</p><p>Economics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. Too often our leadership has put self-interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life.\n</p><p><b>Energy</b>\n</p><p>We need all forms of energy. Energy is the lifeblood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need clean coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear, hydroelectric, hydrogen, wind, and solar.\n</p><p><b>Second Amendment</b>\n</p><p>The Second Amendment must be defended. Concealed carry licenses should be valid across all jurisdictions like an individual’s driver’s license. As an NRA member, i am proud to strongly support the Second Amendment.\n</p><p><b>Right to Life</b>\n</p><p>Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments. I believe that the Mississippi Law that was upheld by the US Supreme Court, that abortion is to be done only to save the life of the mother, is a commonsense approach to abortion.\n</p><p><b>Border Security</b>\n</p><p>Our National Borders must be secured! Build the wall now. Failure of our elected officials to secure the border should be considered dereliction of duty and grounds for removal from office. Any state, and/or local government that declares itself a sanctuary should be ineligible to receive any federal funding and aid. Anyone who illegally immigrates to the United States should never be permitted to vote in a federal election even if they are later awarded citizenship. \n</p><p><b>Healthcare Mandates</b>\n</p><p>I believe in free will/choice. That an individual has the right to refuse a vaccine or treatment based on personal choice and/or religious beliefs.\n</p><p>I also believe in the Right to Try Act S.204, an individual should be able to seek treatment that may be considered experimental. \n</p><p><b>Voter ID and Election Integrity</b>\n</p><p>A Government-issued photo ID should be required to vote. Voter IDs can include i.e. driver’s license, military ID, passport, etc. There should not be same-day registration. There should be a paper ballot/record produced when a vote is cast as part of a permanent record. It is election day not election season.\n</p><p><b>Church & State</b>\n</p><p>The church and State are independent of one another. However, the church cannot be removed from the fabric of our nation. Per the US Constitution Art 4 Sec 3 via Northwest Ordinance; “Art 3 Religion, morality, and knowledge, being necessary to good government and the happiness of mankind, schools, and the means of education shall forever be encouraged.”\n<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-quotedisclaimer_3-0\"><a href=\"#cite_note-quotedisclaimer-3\">[3]</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;\">—Ron Eller's campaign website (2026)<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-4\"><a href=\"#cite_note-4\">[4]</a></sup></cite>\n</td></tr></tbody></table>\n</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>Ron Eller completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Eller'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-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading-bio-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-215962-2024-01-21\" 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-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 retired U.S.Army officer. I have earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Oklahoma in 1991 and a master's degree from the University of Nebraska in 1998. My career experience includes working as the CEO, Buck Warrior Enterprises, LLC, and a cardiothoracic physician assistant and perfusionist with St. Dominic Hospital. I have served as the director at large for the Mississippi Academy of Physician Assistants. I am also the Chairman for MS US Term Limits. \r\nI grew up in a working-class single-parent household in West Virginia. I married my childhood sweetheart and have been married for over 44 years. We as a family have been blessed to have lived the American Dream; the idea that anyone, through hard work, determination, and prayer can achieve their goals and dreams. I am committed to ensuring that every family has the opportunity to achieve the American Dream. I am an American Patriot with twenty years of active duty military service. I retired as a Captain. My journey in public service started as an Army “Combat Medic 91B.” During my early military career, I had always sought out ways to go above and beyond what I was asked to do; having served in many leadership roles from a Squad Leader, to a Platoon Sergeant and as a Medical Officer. I was selected as Soldier of Year, as well as NCO of Year. I was integral part of establishing the cardiac surgery program in Vicksburg. I continue to serve my fellow man, working in cardiac surgery.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading-key-message-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-215962-2024-01-21\" 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-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>I am a American Patriot who stands for Free Enterprise, Limited Government, Individual Liberties, National Defense, and Traditional Values.</li><li>Our Nations borders need to be secured! We cannot nor should we allow the invasion of United States. The defense of the nation is a primary duty of the government and they are failing to keep us safe with the invasion of illegal immigrants and drugs. Additionally, if parents of a newborn are here illegally then that child should not be a U.S . Citizen but rather a citizen from the nation the parent came from. This would help break chain migration.</li><li>We need to look at Term Limits. Psalms 109:8 NIV May his days be few; may another take his place of leadership.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading1-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading1-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\tMississippi needs a community revitalization based on free market principles that taps into the entrepreneurial spirit of its people.<br/>\n<p>I envision what I call a E-3 principal to make the changes needed for Mississippi and America:<br/>\r\nE-1, Education is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, tradesmen, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Additionally to the education of our youth we need to reform the inmate population in order to return them to society as productive members.<br/>\r\nE-2, Economics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. To often our leadership has put self interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life and brighter future.<br/>\n</p>\nE-3, Energy, we need all forms of energy. Energy is the life blood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need Clean Coal, Oil, Natural Gas, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, Hydrogen, Wind, and Solar. Eventually a renewable source will win out over conventional energy sources. But in the meantime in order to remain a world leader we need to use all of our resources.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading2-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\tMy Lord and Savior, he is what we should all strive to be.<br/><br/>\n<p>President Ronald Reagan.<br/>\r\nPresident Reagan was a leader who understood the founding principals of our Nation.<br/><br/>\r\nPresident Donald J. Trump <br/>\n</p>\nPresident Trump is fighter who will not give up on the American Dream. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading3-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading3-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\tHoly Bible<br/>\n<p>US Constitution<br/>\r\nBill of Rights<br/>\n</p>\nFederalist Papers\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading4-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading4-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\tDuty, Honor, Country… this is not a catch phrase but rather a mission statement.<br/>\n<p>Characteristics of all leaders should include:<br/>\r\n- Honor<br/>\r\n- Integrity<br/>\r\n- Strength<br/>\n</p>\n- Courage \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading5-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading5-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 have the strength of character and will to go above and beyond the call of duty to serve the people of Mississippi and America. I am a self starter that is motivated to do good for all. I have experience as a military officer, as a small business owner, and as a healthcare provider. I am a threat to the status quo, I possess the experience and drive to lead form the front. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading6-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading6-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\t- Support and defend the Constitution<br/>\r\n- Try a reduce government bureaucracy and red tape; that stifle individual and economic growth. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading7-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\tPresident Kennedy assassination. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading8-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 your favorite book? Why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading8-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\tHoly Bible, John Jay wrote to Peter Augustus Apr. 8th, 1784 “The Bible is the best of all books, for it is the word of God and teaches us the way to be happy in this world and in the next. Continue therefore to read it and to regulate your life by its precepts.” <br/><br/>\r\nThe Bible is the word of God and a instruction manual how to live your life and conduct yourself.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading9-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading9-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\t2Pac song, ”Dear Mama,” this song makes me reflect back on my childhood. How my Mother scratched out a living to raise me and make me the man that I have become.<br/><br/>\r\nFavorite song Lee Greenwood, “God Bless the USA.”\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading10-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-215962-2024-01-21\" 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. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading10-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 House is unique in that it controls the purse strings of the nation. Congress needs to be shrinking government rather than growing government. Government does not produce anything other than more Bureaucracy and red tape. The end result is control of the lives of the American people. Taxation is the redistribution of wealth. Look at Inheritance tax, it is nothing more than a generational theft on assets that have already been taxed and paid for by a family. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading11-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading11-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-215962-2024-01-21\" 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, political experience is not necessary. I believe that business and leadership experience are beneficial. But based on my experience of military service, and working in a corporate environment I believe those are a political environments hence I have political experience. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading12-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading12-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\tIllegal immigration must be halted! We must secure our borders before we no longer have a Nation. We are a Nation of laws and the present administration is not following the law.<br/><br/>\n<p>We must also return manufacturing to our own shores. <br/><br/>\n</p>\nEnergy independence, energy is the life blood to the American Economy. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading13-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 two years is the right term length for representatives?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 see one problem with the two year term. The moment an individual becomes a member of the House, they are forced to start running for office (campaigning) again. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading14-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading14-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 we need Term Limits for the US House and Senate. I am the US Term Limits Chairman for Mississippi. <br/><br/>\n<p>Psalms 109:8 NIV<br/>\r\nMay his days be few; may another take his place of leadership.<br/><br/>\n</p>\nIn addition to term limits there needs a probationary period upon leaving office that an elected official cannot work for a lobby group for two years.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading15-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tBoth sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading15-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 have heard from several families about the inhumane living conditions at several prisons in Mississippi. The families have shown me photos from within the prisons that are intolerable. Raw sewage running across the floors in the cells. As well as food that should not be served to anyone. These conditions must be corrected now. <br/>\n<p>Yazoo Pump Project needs to be completed there are hundreds of family house holds that are flooded out routinely. Additionally, the flooding effects the economy of Mississippi in the form of crop loss. Agriculture is the largest economic driver in Mississippi.<br/><br/>\r\nI am hearing many people talking about the nation being on the edge of the cliff slipping into a socialist government. The cost of living and the devaluation of our assets/money is negatively effecting all American’s. We all see this every time we go to buy grocery’s or fill up the car. Then there is our retirement savings that are down 20 to 30% plus percentage points (dollar value) from before President Biden took office.<br/><br/>\n</p>\nAs I look across the 2nd Congressional District of Mississippi I see a very poor struggling people. The district has had Democratic Control since the 80’s and the result is economic strife. Sixteen (16) of the poorest counties in nation are in this district with five (5) counties in the top 10 poorest counties in the nation. The District needs change and I am a agent of change that will be a cheerleader to promote Mississippi. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading16-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading16-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\tIn life, politics and marriage; they are all based on give and takes. There are times when comprise is needed. However, there are things that cannot be compromised. There can be no compromise when it will jeopardize national security or violate our founding principles and laws. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading17-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tThe Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading17-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 House is unique in that it controls the purse strings of the nation. Congress needs to be shrinking government rather than growing government. Government does not produce anything other than more Bureaucracy and red tape to control the lives of the American people. The Government is about the redistribution of wealth. The American People are not looking for a handout but rather a hand up. Taxation in particular Inheritance tax. Inheritance tax is nothing more than a generational theft on the assets that have already been taxed and paid for by a family.<br/><br/>\r\nWhat role does this power play? The power to control the purse strings gives Congress the ability to make policy and priorities for America First! America First should be the policy of every elected official. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading18-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tHow should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-215962-2024-01-21\" 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 House needs to be conducting the business of the people. They need to investigate abuses of power and ensure that the government is working for the people and not against the people. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-215962-2024-01-21\" id=\"heading19-215962-2024-01-21\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-215962-2024-01-21\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-215962-2024-01-21\" 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=\"heading19-215962-2024-01-21\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-215962-2024-01-21\" 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\tGeneral Flynn, Veterans for Trump aka Veterans for America, former Candidate 2nd Congressional District of Mississippi, Jeff Keuneke, Standford Johnson, and Thomas Carey. \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": "Eller's campaign website stated the following:\n“ Education Education is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front, we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Not only do we need to train the youth of our nation, but we also need to reform the prison population. By reforming the prison population we can make them productive members of society. Economics Economics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. Too often our leadership has put self-interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life. Energy We need all forms of energy. Energy is the lifeblood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need clean coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear, hydroelectric, hydrogen, wind, and solar. Second Amendment The Second Amendment must be defended. Concealed carry licenses should be valid across all jurisdictions like an individual’s driver’s license. As an NRA member, i am proud to strongly support the Second Amendment. Right to Life Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments. I believe that the Mississippi Law that was upheld by the US Supreme Court, that abortion is to be done only to save the life of the mother, is a commonsense approach to abortion. Border Security Our National Borders must be secured! Build the wall now. Failure of our elected officials to secure the border should be considered dereliction of duty and grounds for removal from office. Any state, and/or local government that declares itself a sanctuary should be ineligible to receive any federal funding and aid. Anyone who illegally immigrates to the United States should never be permitted to vote in a federal election even if they are later awarded citizenship. Healthcare Mandates I believe in free will/choice. That an individual has the right to refuse a vaccine or treatment based on personal choice and/or religious beliefs. I also believe in the Right to Try Act S.204, an individual should be able to seek treatment that may be considered experimental. Voter ID and Election Integrity A Government-issued photo ID should be required to vote. Voter IDs can include i.e. driver’s license, military ID, passport, etc. There should not be same-day registration. There should be a paper ballot/record produced when a vote is cast as part of a permanent record. It is election day not election season. Church & State The church and State are independent of one another. However, the church cannot be removed from the fabric of our nation. Per the US Constitution Art 4 Sec 3 via Northwest Ordinance; “Art 3 Religion, morality, and knowledge, being necessary to good government and the happiness of mankind, schools, and the means of education shall forever be encouraged.” [3] ” —Ron Eller's campaign website (2026) [4]\n\n\nRon Eller completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Eller's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. I am a retired U.S.Army officer. I have earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Oklahoma in 1991 and a master's degree from the University of Nebraska in 1998. My career experience includes working as the CEO, Buck Warrior Enterprises, LLC, and a cardiothoracic physician assistant and perfusionist with St. Dominic Hospital. I have served as the director at large for the Mississippi Academy of Physician Assistants. I am also the Chairman for MS US Term Limits. \r\nI grew up in a working-class single-parent household in West Virginia. I married my childhood sweetheart and have been married for over 44 years. We as a family have been blessed to have lived the American Dream; the idea that anyone, through hard work, determination, and prayer can achieve their goals and dreams. I am committed to ensuring that every family has the opportunity to achieve the American Dream. I am an American Patriot with twenty years of active duty military service. I retired as a Captain. My journey in public service started as an Army “Combat Medic 91B.” During my early military career, I had always sought out ways to go above and beyond what I was asked to do; having served in many leadership roles from a Squad Leader, to a Platoon Sergeant and as a Medical Officer. I was selected as Soldier of Year, as well as NCO of Year. I was integral part of establishing the cardiac surgery program in Vicksburg. I continue to serve my fellow man, working in cardiac surgery. 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? I am a American Patriot who stands for Free Enterprise, Limited Government, Individual Liberties, National Defense, and Traditional Values. Our Nations borders need to be secured! We cannot nor should we allow the invasion of United States. The defense of the nation is a primary duty of the government and they are failing to keep us safe with the invasion of illegal immigrants and drugs. Additionally, if parents of a newborn are here illegally then that child should not be a U.S . Citizen but rather a citizen from the nation the parent came from. This would help break chain migration. We need to look at Term Limits. Psalms 109:8 NIV May his days be few; may another take his place of leadership. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Mississippi needs a community revitalization based on free market principles that taps into the entrepreneurial spirit of its people. I envision what I call a E-3 principal to make the changes needed for Mississippi and America: E-1, Education is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, tradesmen, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Additionally to the education of our youth we need to reform the inmate population in order to return them to society as productive members. E-2, Economics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. To often our leadership has put self interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life and brighter future. E-3, Energy, we need all forms of energy. Energy is the life blood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need Clean Coal, Oil, Natural Gas, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, Hydrogen, Wind, and Solar. Eventually a renewable source will win out over conventional energy sources. But in the meantime in order to remain a world leader we need to use all of our resources. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? My Lord and Savior, he is what we should all strive to be. President Ronald Reagan. President Reagan was a leader who understood the founding principals of our Nation. President Donald J. Trump President Trump is fighter who will not give up on the American Dream. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? Holy Bible US Constitution Bill of Rights Federalist Papers What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Duty, Honor, Country… this is not a catch phrase but rather a mission statement. Characteristics of all leaders should include: - Honor - Integrity - Strength - Courage What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? I have the strength of character and will to go above and beyond the call of duty to serve the people of Mississippi and America. I am a self starter that is motivated to do good for all. I have experience as a military officer, as a small business owner, and as a healthcare provider. I am a threat to the status quo, I possess the experience and drive to lead form the front. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? - Support and defend the Constitution - Try a reduce government bureaucracy and red tape; that stifle individual and economic growth. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? President Kennedy assassination. What is your favorite book? Why? Holy Bible, John Jay wrote to Peter Augustus Apr. 8th, 1784 “The Bible is the best of all books, for it is the word of God and teaches us the way to be happy in this world and in the next. Continue therefore to read it and to regulate your life by its precepts.” The Bible is the word of God and a instruction manual how to live your life and conduct yourself. What was the last song that got stuck in your head? 2Pac song, ”Dear Mama,” this song makes me reflect back on my childhood. How my Mother scratched out a living to raise me and make me the man that I have become. Favorite song Lee Greenwood, “God Bless the USA.” What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The House is unique in that it controls the purse strings of the nation. Congress needs to be shrinking government rather than growing government. Government does not produce anything other than more Bureaucracy and red tape. The end result is control of the lives of the American people. Taxation is the redistribution of wealth. Look at Inheritance tax, it is nothing more than a generational theft on assets that have already been taxed and paid for by a family. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? No, political experience is not necessary. I believe that business and leadership experience are beneficial. But based on my experience of military service, and working in a corporate environment I believe those are a political environments hence I have political experience. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Illegal immigration must be halted! We must secure our borders before we no longer have a Nation. We are a Nation of laws and the present administration is not following the law. We must also return manufacturing to our own shores. Energy independence, energy is the life blood to the American Economy. Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? I see one problem with the two year term. The moment an individual becomes a member of the House, they are forced to start running for office (campaigning) again. What are your thoughts on term limits? I believe we need Term Limits for the US House and Senate. I am the US Term Limits Chairman for Mississippi. Psalms 109:8 NIV May his days be few; may another take his place of leadership. In addition to term limits there needs a probationary period upon leaving office that an elected official cannot work for a lobby group for two years. Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful? I have heard from several families about the inhumane living conditions at several prisons in Mississippi. The families have shown me photos from within the prisons that are intolerable. Raw sewage running across the floors in the cells. As well as food that should not be served to anyone. These conditions must be corrected now. Yazoo Pump Project needs to be completed there are hundreds of family house holds that are flooded out routinely. Additionally, the flooding effects the economy of Mississippi in the form of crop loss. Agriculture is the largest economic driver in Mississippi. I am hearing many people talking about the nation being on the edge of the cliff slipping into a socialist government. The cost of living and the devaluation of our assets/money is negatively effecting all American’s. We all see this every time we go to buy grocery’s or fill up the car. Then there is our retirement savings that are down 20 to 30% plus percentage points (dollar value) from before President Biden took office. As I look across the 2nd Congressional District of Mississippi I see a very poor struggling people. The district has had Democratic Control since the 80’s and the result is economic strife. Sixteen (16) of the poorest counties in nation are in this district with five (5) counties in the top 10 poorest counties in the nation. The District needs change and I am a agent of change that will be a cheerleader to promote Mississippi. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? In life, politics and marriage; they are all based on give and takes. There are times when comprise is needed. However, there are things that cannot be compromised. There can be no compromise when it will jeopardize national security or violate our founding principles and laws. The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected? The House is unique in that it controls the purse strings of the nation. Congress needs to be shrinking government rather than growing government. Government does not produce anything other than more Bureaucracy and red tape to control the lives of the American people. The Government is about the redistribution of wealth. The American People are not looking for a handout but rather a hand up. Taxation in particular Inheritance tax. Inheritance tax is nothing more than a generational theft on the assets that have already been taxed and paid for by a family. What role does this power play? The power to control the purse strings gives Congress the ability to make policy and priorities for America First! America First should be the policy of every elected official. How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers? The House needs to be conducting the business of the people. They need to investigate abuses of power and ensure that the government is working for the people and not against the people. What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? General Flynn, Veterans for Trump aka Veterans for America, former Candidate 2nd Congressional District of Mississippi, Jeff Keuneke, Standford Johnson, and Thomas Carey.\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>Eller’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><i><b>E-1: EDUCATION</b></i><br/>\nEducation is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front, we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Not only do we need to train the youth of our nation, but we also need to reform the prison population. By reforming the prison population we can make them productive members of society.\n</p><p><i><b>E-2: ECONOMICS</b></i><br/>\nEconomics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. Too often our leadership has put self-interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life.\n</p><p><i><b>E-3: ENERGY</b></i><br/>\nWe need all forms of energy. Energy is the lifeblood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need clean coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear, hydroelectric, hydrogen, wind, and solar.\n</p><p><i><b>MORE POLICY TO CHANGE DC</b></i><br/>\n<i><b>2ND AMENDMENT</b></i><br/>\nThe Second Amendment must be defended. Concealed carry licenses should be valid across all jurisdictions like an individual’s driver’s license.\n</p><p><i><b>ABORTION/RIGHT TO LIFE</b></i><br/>\nAbortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments. I believe that the Mississippi Law that was upheld by the US Supreme Court, that abortion is to be done only to save the life of the mother, is a commonsense approach to abortion.\n</p><p><i><b>BORDER SECURITY</b></i><br/>\nOur National Borders must be secured! Build the wall now. Failure of our elected officials to secure the border should be considered dereliction of duty and grounds for removal from office. Any state, and/or local government that declares itself a sanctuary should be ineligible to receive any federal funding and aid. Anyone who illegally immigrates to the United States should never be permitted to vote in a federal election even if they are later awarded citizenship. \n</p><p><i><b>CHURCH & STATE</b></i><br/>\nThe church and State are independent of one another. However, the church cannot be removed from the fabric of our nation. Per the US Constitution Art 4 Sec 3 via Northwest Ordinance; “Art 3 Religion, morality, and knowledge, being necessary to good government and the happiness of mankind, schools, and the means of education shall forever be encouraged.” Holy Trinity v. US 1892 Unanimous Supreme Court decision, “It is also said, and truly, that the Christian Religion is a part of the common law.” There is no such clause as Freedom from religion; it is Freedom of religion. Our nation was founded on Judeo-Christian beliefs and values. It is my belief that the separation of church and state was so that we would not have a mandated religion (The Church of England); not to restrict religion in the town square, schools, etc., that an individual is free to choose how or if they worship. Additionally, Mississippi is unique, the state constitution mandates the Holy Bible is part of the public school system and cannot be removed. The Mississippi Constitution Article 3 – Bill of Rights Sec. 18 No religious test as a qualification for office shall be required; and no preference shall be given by law to any religious sect, or mode of worship; but the free enjoyment of all religious sentiments and the different modes of worship shall be held sacred. The rights hereby secured shall not be construed to justify acts of licentiousness injurious to morals or dangerous to the peace and safety of the State, or to exclude the Holy Bible for use in any Public School of this State.\n</p><p><i><b>HEALTHCARE MANDATES</b></i><br/>\nI believe in free will/choice. That an individual has the right to refuse a vaccine or treatment based on personal choice and/or religious beliefs.\n</p><p>I also believe in the Right to Try Act S.204, an individual should be able to seek treatment that may be considered experimental. \n</p><p><i><b>VOTER ID & ELECTION INTEGRITY</b></i><br/>\nA Government-issued photo ID should be required to vote. Voter IDs can include i.e. driver’s license, military ID, passport, etc.\n</p><p>There should not be same-day registration.\n</p><p>There should be a paper ballot/record produced when a vote is cast as part of a permanent record.\n</p><p>It is election <b>day</b> not election <b>season</b>.<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-quotedisclaimer_3-1\"><a href=\"#cite_note-quotedisclaimer-3\">[3]</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;\">—Ronald Eller’s campaign website (2024)<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-5\"><a href=\"#cite_note-5\">[5]</a></sup></cite>\n</td></tr></tbody></table>\n</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>Ron Eller completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Eller'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-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading-bio-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-114363-2022-05-10\" 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-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 grew up in a working-class single-parent household in West Virginia. I married my childhood sweetheart and have been married for over 43 years. We as a family have been blessed to have lived the American Dream; the idea that anyone, through hard work, determination, and prayer can achieve their goals and dreams. I am committed to ensuring that every family has the opportunity to achieve the American Dream.\r\n<p>I am an American Patriot with twenty years of active duty military service. I retired as a Captain. My journey in public service started as a Army “Combat Medic 91B.” During my early military career, I had always sought out ways to go above and beyond what I was asked to do; having served in many leadership roles from a Squad Leader, to a Platoon Sergeant and as a Medical Officer. I was selected as Soldier of Year, as well as NCO of Year. I was integral part of establishing the cardiac surgery program in Vicksburg. I continue to serve my fellow man, working in cardiothoracic surgery at St. Dominic’s Hospital. I also started my own business Buck Warrior Enterprises, LLC. \r\nI believe we need more business opportunities in Mississippi with less government interference and red tape. I feel we can not standby on the sidelines while career politicians seek to radically change the fabric of America with one-party rule. Hence, I am called to continue to stand by the Oath I took joining the Army to support and defend the Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic.\r\n</p>\n</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading-key-message-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-114363-2022-05-10\" 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-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>I am a American Patriot who stands for Free Enterprise, Limited Government, Individual Liberties, National Defense, and Traditional Values.</li><li>Our Nations borders need to be secured! We cannot nor should we allow the invasion of United States. The defense of the nation is a primary duty of the government and they are failing to keep us safe with the invasion of illegal immigrants and drugs. Additionally, if parents of a newborn are here illegally then that child should not be a U.S . Citizen but rather a citizen from the nation the parent came from. This would help break chain migration.</li><li>We need to look at Term Limits. Psalms 109:8 NIV May his days be few; may another take his place of leadership.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading1-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-114363-2022-05-10\" 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=\"heading1-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\tMississippi needs a community revitalization based on free market principles that taps into the entrepreneurial spirit of its people.<br/>\n<p>I envision what I call a E-3 principal to make the changes needed for Mississippi and America:<br/>\r\nE-1, Education is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Additionally to the education of our youth we need to reform the inmate population in order to return them to society as productive members. <br/>\r\nE-2, Economics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. To often our leadership has put self interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life and brighter future. <br/>\n</p>\nE-3, Energy, we need all forms of energy. Energy is the life blood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need Clean Coal, Oil, Natural Gas, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, Hydrogen, Wind, and Solar. Eventually a renewable source will win out over conventional energy sources. But in the meantime in order to remain a world leader we need to use all of our resources.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading2-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\tMy Lord and Savior, he is what we should all strive to be.<br/><br/>\n<p>President Ronald Reagan.<br/>\n</p>\nPresident Reagan was a leader who understood the founding principals of our Nation. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading3-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-114363-2022-05-10\" 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=\"heading3-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\tHoly Bible <br/>\n<p>US Constitution <br/>\n</p>\nFederalist Papers\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading4-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-114363-2022-05-10\" 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=\"heading4-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\tDuty, Honor, Country… this is not a catch phrase but rather a mission statement. <br/>\n<p>Characteristics of all leaders should include:<br/>\r\n- Honor<br/>\r\n- Integrity<br/>\r\n- Strength<br/>\n</p>\n- Courage\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading5-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-114363-2022-05-10\" 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=\"heading5-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 have the strength of character and will to go above and beyond the call of duty to serve the people of Mississippi and America. I am a self starter that is motivated to do good for all. I have experience as a military officer, as a small business owner, and as a healthcare provider. I am a threat to the status quo, I possess the experience and drive to lead form the front. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading6-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-114363-2022-05-10\" 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=\"heading6-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\t- Support and defend the Constitution <br/>\r\n- Try an reduce government bureaucracy and red tape; that stifle individual and economic growth. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading7-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\tPresident Kennedy assassination. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading8-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 your favorite book? Why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading8-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 Holy Bible.<br/><br/>\r\nThe Bible is the word of God and a instruction manual how to live your life and conduct yourself. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading9-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-114363-2022-05-10\" 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=\"heading9-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\t2Pac song, ”Dear Mama,” as Mother Day just passed this song makes me reflect back on my childhood. How my Mother scratched out a living to raise me and make me the man that I have become. <br/><br/>\r\nFavorite song Lee Greenwood, “God Bless the USA.”\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading10-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-114363-2022-05-10\" 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. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading10-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 House is unique in that it controls the purse strings of the nation. Congress needs to be shrinking government rather than growing government. Government does not produce anything other than more Bureaucracy and red tape. The end result is control of the lives of the American people. Taxation is the redistribution of wealth. Look at Inheritance tax, it is nothing more than a generational theft on assets that have already been taxed and paid for by a family. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading11-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading11-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-114363-2022-05-10\" 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, political experience is not necessary. I believe that business and leadership experience are beneficial. But based on my experience of military service, and working in a corporate environment I believe those are a political environments hence I have political experience. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading12-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-114363-2022-05-10\" 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=\"heading12-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\tIllegal immigration must be halted! We must secure our borders before we no longer have a Nation. We are a Nation of laws and the present administration is not following the law. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading13-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\tAgriculture<br/>\n<p>Energy<br/>\r\nNational Security <br/>\n</p>\nEducation \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading14-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 two years is the right term length for representatives?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading14-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 see one problem with the two year term. The moment a individual becomes a member of the House, they are forced to start running for office (campaigning) again. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading15-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-114363-2022-05-10\" 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=\"heading15-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\tPsalms 109:8 NIV<br/>\n<p>May his days be few; may another take his place of leadership. <br/><br/>\n</p>\nIn addition to term limits there needs a probationary period upon leaving office that an elected official cannot work for lobby group for two years. <br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading16-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tBoth sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading16-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 hearing many people talking about the nation being on the edge of the cliff slipping into a socialist government. The cost of living and the devaluation of our assets/money is negatively effecting all American’s. We all see this every time we go to buy grocery’s or fill up the car. Then there is our retirement savings that are down 20 to 30% plus percentage points (dollar value) from before President Biden took office. <br/><br/>\r\nAs I look across the 2nd Congressional District of Mississippi I see a very poor struggling people. The district has had Democratic Control since the 80’s and the result is economic strife. Sixteen (16) of the poorest counties in nation are in this district with five (5) counties in the top 10 poorest counties in the nation. The District needs change and I am a agent of change that will be a cheerleader to promote Mississippi. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading17-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-114363-2022-05-10\" 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=\"heading17-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-114363-2022-05-10\" 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\tLife, politics and marriage are all based on give and takes. There are times when comprise is needed. However, there are things that cannot be compromised. There can be no compromise when it will jeopardize national security or violate our founding principles and laws. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-114363-2022-05-10\" id=\"heading18-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-114363-2022-05-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-114363-2022-05-10\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tThe Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-114363-2022-05-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-114363-2022-05-10\" 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 House is unique in that it controls the purse strings of the nation. Congress needs to be shrinking government rather than growing government. Government does not produce anything other than more Bureaucracy and red tape to control the lives of the American people. The Government is about the redistribution of wealth. The American People are not looking for a handout but rather a hand up. Taxation in particular Inheritance tax. Inheritance tax is nothing more than a generational theft on the assets that have already been taxed and paid for by a family. <br/><br/>\r\nWhat role does this power play? The power to control the purse strings gives Congress the ability to make policy and priorities for America First! America First should be the policy of every elected official. \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": "Eller’s campaign website stated the following:\n“ E-1: EDUCATION Education is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front, we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Not only do we need to train the youth of our nation, but we also need to reform the prison population. By reforming the prison population we can make them productive members of society. E-2: ECONOMICS Economics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. Too often our leadership has put self-interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life. E-3: ENERGY We need all forms of energy. Energy is the lifeblood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need clean coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear, hydroelectric, hydrogen, wind, and solar. MORE POLICY TO CHANGE DC 2ND AMENDMENT The Second Amendment must be defended. Concealed carry licenses should be valid across all jurisdictions like an individual’s driver’s license. ABORTION/RIGHT TO LIFE Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments. I believe that the Mississippi Law that was upheld by the US Supreme Court, that abortion is to be done only to save the life of the mother, is a commonsense approach to abortion. BORDER SECURITY Our National Borders must be secured! Build the wall now. Failure of our elected officials to secure the border should be considered dereliction of duty and grounds for removal from office. Any state, and/or local government that declares itself a sanctuary should be ineligible to receive any federal funding and aid. Anyone who illegally immigrates to the United States should never be permitted to vote in a federal election even if they are later awarded citizenship. CHURCH & STATE The church and State are independent of one another. However, the church cannot be removed from the fabric of our nation. Per the US Constitution Art 4 Sec 3 via Northwest Ordinance; “Art 3 Religion, morality, and knowledge, being necessary to good government and the happiness of mankind, schools, and the means of education shall forever be encouraged.” Holy Trinity v. US 1892 Unanimous Supreme Court decision, “It is also said, and truly, that the Christian Religion is a part of the common law.” There is no such clause as Freedom from religion; it is Freedom of religion. Our nation was founded on Judeo-Christian beliefs and values. It is my belief that the separation of church and state was so that we would not have a mandated religion (The Church of England); not to restrict religion in the town square, schools, etc., that an individual is free to choose how or if they worship. Additionally, Mississippi is unique, the state constitution mandates the Holy Bible is part of the public school system and cannot be removed. The Mississippi Constitution Article 3 – Bill of Rights Sec. 18 No religious test as a qualification for office shall be required; and no preference shall be given by law to any religious sect, or mode of worship; but the free enjoyment of all religious sentiments and the different modes of worship shall be held sacred. The rights hereby secured shall not be construed to justify acts of licentiousness injurious to morals or dangerous to the peace and safety of the State, or to exclude the Holy Bible for use in any Public School of this State. HEALTHCARE MANDATES I believe in free will/choice. That an individual has the right to refuse a vaccine or treatment based on personal choice and/or religious beliefs. I also believe in the Right to Try Act S.204, an individual should be able to seek treatment that may be considered experimental. VOTER ID & ELECTION INTEGRITY A Government-issued photo ID should be required to vote. Voter IDs can include i.e. driver’s license, military ID, passport, etc. There should not be same-day registration. There should be a paper ballot/record produced when a vote is cast as part of a permanent record. It is election day not election season . [3] ” —Ronald Eller’s campaign website (2024) [5]\n\n\nRon Eller completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Eller's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. I grew up in a working-class single-parent household in West Virginia. I married my childhood sweetheart and have been married for over 43 years. We as a family have been blessed to have lived the American Dream; the idea that anyone, through hard work, determination, and prayer can achieve their goals and dreams. I am committed to ensuring that every family has the opportunity to achieve the American Dream. I am an American Patriot with twenty years of active duty military service. I retired as a Captain. My journey in public service started as a Army “Combat Medic 91B.” During my early military career, I had always sought out ways to go above and beyond what I was asked to do; having served in many leadership roles from a Squad Leader, to a Platoon Sergeant and as a Medical Officer. I was selected as Soldier of Year, as well as NCO of Year. I was integral part of establishing the cardiac surgery program in Vicksburg. I continue to serve my fellow man, working in cardiothoracic surgery at St. Dominic’s Hospital. I also started my own business Buck Warrior Enterprises, LLC. \r\nI believe we need more business opportunities in Mississippi with less government interference and red tape. I feel we can not standby on the sidelines while career politicians seek to radically change the fabric of America with one-party rule. Hence, I am called to continue to stand by the Oath I took joining the Army to support and defend the Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic. 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? I am a American Patriot who stands for Free Enterprise, Limited Government, Individual Liberties, National Defense, and Traditional Values. Our Nations borders need to be secured! We cannot nor should we allow the invasion of United States. The defense of the nation is a primary duty of the government and they are failing to keep us safe with the invasion of illegal immigrants and drugs. Additionally, if parents of a newborn are here illegally then that child should not be a U.S . Citizen but rather a citizen from the nation the parent came from. This would help break chain migration. We need to look at Term Limits. Psalms 109:8 NIV May his days be few; may another take his place of leadership. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Mississippi needs a community revitalization based on free market principles that taps into the entrepreneurial spirit of its people. I envision what I call a E-3 principal to make the changes needed for Mississippi and America: E-1, Education is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Additionally to the education of our youth we need to reform the inmate population in order to return them to society as productive members. E-2, Economics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. To often our leadership has put self interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life and brighter future. E-3, Energy, we need all forms of energy. Energy is the life blood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need Clean Coal, Oil, Natural Gas, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, Hydrogen, Wind, and Solar. Eventually a renewable source will win out over conventional energy sources. But in the meantime in order to remain a world leader we need to use all of our resources. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? My Lord and Savior, he is what we should all strive to be. President Ronald Reagan. President Reagan was a leader who understood the founding principals of our Nation. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? Holy Bible US Constitution Federalist Papers What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Duty, Honor, Country… this is not a catch phrase but rather a mission statement. Characteristics of all leaders should include: - Honor - Integrity - Strength - Courage What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? I have the strength of character and will to go above and beyond the call of duty to serve the people of Mississippi and America. I am a self starter that is motivated to do good for all. I have experience as a military officer, as a small business owner, and as a healthcare provider. I am a threat to the status quo, I possess the experience and drive to lead form the front. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? - Support and defend the Constitution - Try an reduce government bureaucracy and red tape; that stifle individual and economic growth. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? President Kennedy assassination. What is your favorite book? Why? The Holy Bible. The Bible is the word of God and a instruction manual how to live your life and conduct yourself. What was the last song that got stuck in your head? 2Pac song, ”Dear Mama,” as Mother Day just passed this song makes me reflect back on my childhood. How my Mother scratched out a living to raise me and make me the man that I have become. Favorite song Lee Greenwood, “God Bless the USA.” What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The House is unique in that it controls the purse strings of the nation. Congress needs to be shrinking government rather than growing government. Government does not produce anything other than more Bureaucracy and red tape. The end result is control of the lives of the American people. Taxation is the redistribution of wealth. Look at Inheritance tax, it is nothing more than a generational theft on assets that have already been taxed and paid for by a family. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? No, political experience is not necessary. I believe that business and leadership experience are beneficial. But based on my experience of military service, and working in a corporate environment I believe those are a political environments hence I have political experience. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Illegal immigration must be halted! We must secure our borders before we no longer have a Nation. We are a Nation of laws and the present administration is not following the law. If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of? Agriculture Energy National Security Education Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? I see one problem with the two year term. The moment a individual becomes a member of the House, they are forced to start running for office (campaigning) again. What are your thoughts on term limits? Psalms 109:8 NIV May his days be few; may another take his place of leadership. In addition to term limits there needs a probationary period upon leaving office that an elected official cannot work for lobby group for two years. Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful? I am hearing many people talking about the nation being on the edge of the cliff slipping into a socialist government. The cost of living and the devaluation of our assets/money is negatively effecting all American’s. We all see this every time we go to buy grocery’s or fill up the car. Then there is our retirement savings that are down 20 to 30% plus percentage points (dollar value) from before President Biden took office. As I look across the 2nd Congressional District of Mississippi I see a very poor struggling people. The district has had Democratic Control since the 80’s and the result is economic strife. Sixteen (16) of the poorest counties in nation are in this district with five (5) counties in the top 10 poorest counties in the nation. The District needs change and I am a agent of change that will be a cheerleader to promote Mississippi. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Life, politics and marriage are all based on give and takes. There are times when comprise is needed. However, there are things that cannot be compromised. There can be no compromise when it will jeopardize national security or violate our founding principles and laws. The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected? The House is unique in that it controls the purse strings of the nation. Congress needs to be shrinking government rather than growing government. Government does not produce anything other than more Bureaucracy and red tape to control the lives of the American people. The Government is about the redistribution of wealth. The American People are not looking for a handout but rather a hand up. Taxation in particular Inheritance tax. Inheritance tax is nothing more than a generational theft on the assets that have already been taxed and paid for by a family. What role does this power play? The power to control the purse strings gives Congress the ability to make policy and priorities for America First! America First should be the policy of every elected official.\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>Eller'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><i><b>THE E-3 PLAN</b></i>\n</p><p><i><b>E-1: EDUCATION</b></i>\n</p><p>Education is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front, we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Not only do we need to train the youth of our nation, but we also need to reform the prison population. By reforming the prison population we can make them productive members of society.\n</p><p><i><b>E-2: ECONOMICS</b></i>\n</p><p>Economics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. Too often our leadership has put self-interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life.\n</p><p><i><b>E-3: ENERGY</b></i>\n</p><p>We need all forms of energy. Energy is the lifeblood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need Clean Coal, Oil, Natural Gas, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, Wind, and Solar.<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-quotedisclaimer_3-2\"><a href=\"#cite_note-quotedisclaimer-3\">[3]</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;\">—Ronald Eller'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": "Eller's campaign website stated the following:\n“ THE E-3 PLAN E-1: EDUCATION Education is paramount for our future as a world leader. In order for our nation to compete and lead from the front, we must raise and train the next generation of leaders, inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs. Not only do we need to train the youth of our nation, but we also need to reform the prison population. By reforming the prison population we can make them productive members of society. E-2: ECONOMICS Economics is and will remain a challenge going forward. We need fair taxation with good representation. Too often our leadership has put self-interest first and not what’s good for the country as priority number one. An America first policy is critical in order for our families and children to have a better life. E-3: ENERGY We need all forms of energy. Energy is the lifeblood of the American Economy. We can not and should not cut our use of fossil fuels. We need all forms of energy to grow our nation and economy. We need Clean Coal, Oil, Natural Gas, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, Wind, and Solar. [3] ” —Ronald Eller's campaign website (2022) [6]"}]
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