Garrett Barton

[{"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>Garrett Barton 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 Barton'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-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading-bio-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-103299-2022-03-23\" 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-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 name is Dr. Garrett Barton, a proud resident of South Carolina. I am a follower of Christ, husband and father. My wife and I both serve our community that has a significant need for healthcare. As a family physician, I am a community servant, leader and one who truly does life with the entire community. The best way we move forward is by forming bridges and coming together on issues that we can and must achieve. \r\n\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading-key-message-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-103299-2022-03-23\" 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-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>We have many problems in our district that have been overlooked for ten years and it is time we get a true representative of the people in our seat.</li><li>We need to promote policies that put America first.</li><li>We must rebuild our main streets of the 7th district</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading1-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading1-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 passionate about policies that place the American citizen and American interest at the forefront. We will work to bring back the respect and honor our country deserves and has been torn down by radical left ideology. I will also use by medical degree to finally find real solutions to healthcare. It is a major financial strain on our economy and people are getting older and sicker as time passes. <br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading2-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading2-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 parents. They worked hard to make a better life for me and my brother. Never was it acceptable to misbehave or come home with poor grades. It was instilled in me to always work hard for your goals and never expect a handout. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading3-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading3-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-103299-2022-03-23\" 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\tHonesty, integrity, and a solid listener. Many feel that this is the biggest lacking quality found in Washington.<br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading4-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading4-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tTo listen to your constituents, be a continual voice of the people in your district and work to better your state and country you are serving\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading5-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading5-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 remember Bob Dole being on TV for the Republican nominee. At that time it was 1996 and I was roughly 9-10 years old. <br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading6-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 your very first job? How long did you have it?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading6-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-103299-2022-03-23\" 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\tAt 14, I was a dishwasher, waiter for a mexican restaurant. Around that time I took a job hauling hay for a local farmer. These were both summer jobs.<br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading7-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading7-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-103299-2022-03-23\" 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\tAn opportunity to be the voice of the American people is an honor and a privilege that must be taken seriously. The decisions that are made in the house ultimately lay the groundwork for policy and law that our children and grandchildren will be living under. Also, we also have the opportunity to remove any person who does not fulfill the duty of true representation of the people every 2 years. <br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading8-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading8-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-103299-2022-03-23\" 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. The job entails voting in a way that reflects the desires and way of life in their district. We have had the system hijacked by career politicians that are usually lawyers that climb the ladder to pad their own retirement funds. People was really representation that cares more about their well being than the perks of office. <br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading9-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 have major issues with America's security. This means border control, cybersecurity, economic stability, election integrity and energy independence. <br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading10-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading10-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-103299-2022-03-23\" 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, Small Business, Ways and Means, Appropriations, Transportation and Infrastructure, and any healthcare policy committee that drives our nation's health.<br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading11-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading11-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 fine with this. There are thoughts to extended the term so more work can be done and less campaigning. I am for whatever the people wish the length to be. <br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading12-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading12-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 support term limits for congress. Would be a motivator for change. Members should be concerned and spend more time on their constituents rather than prioritizing working to get themselves re-elected. New candidates will bring fresh ideas and more voices will be heard. Congress should be limited to 6-10 years. Should not be a lifetime career.<br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading13-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 enjoy Tim Scott who was a house rep now senator, Jim Jordan, and Jim Banks.<br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading14-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading14-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 several stories about how many in our district feel forgotten. Mostly in the Pee Dee region. They have seen their family business legacy disappear due to lack of support. Our communities really want a voice of all people not just a select few. <br/><br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading15-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading15-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes. However, compromising moral beliefs is not an option. At this point in time, the radical left has shifted to socialist views that tears apart the very fabric of our nation and everything our forefathers fought for. Finding common ground on things we agree on is always a wise idea to move forward. <br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-103299-2022-03-23\" id=\"heading16-103299-2022-03-23\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-103299-2022-03-23\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-103299-2022-03-23\" 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=\"heading16-103299-2022-03-23\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-103299-2022-03-23\" 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 regulation of the federal budget and tax structure is arguably the most important aspect of congressional power. As a Congressman it would be my duty to give my constituents the best possible opportunity for them to create their version of the American dream. Our taxes must remain low to promote economic growth, encourage private sector spending and increase state revenues to provide for local infrastructure. As our economy and our revenue grows it is the duty of Congress to continually reassess our spending needs and cut taxes and services appropriately to create an environment for long term success.<br/></span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-1548351761485-0\"><script>googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display(\"div-gpt-ad-1548351761485-0\"); });</script></div>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nGarrett Barton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Barton's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. My name is Dr. Garrett Barton, a proud resident of South Carolina. I am a follower of Christ, husband and father. My wife and I both serve our community that has a significant need for healthcare. As a family physician, I am a community servant, leader and one who truly does life with the entire community. The best way we move forward is by forming bridges and coming together on issues that we can and must achieve. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? We have many problems in our district that have been overlooked for ten years and it is time we get a true representative of the people in our seat. We need to promote policies that put America first. We must rebuild our main streets of the 7th district What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am passionate about policies that place the American citizen and American interest at the forefront. We will work to bring back the respect and honor our country deserves and has been torn down by radical left ideology. I will also use by medical degree to finally find real solutions to healthcare. It is a major financial strain on our economy and people are getting older and sicker as time passes. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? My parents. They worked hard to make a better life for me and my brother. Never was it acceptable to misbehave or come home with poor grades. It was instilled in me to always work hard for your goals and never expect a handout. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Honesty, integrity, and a solid listener. Many feel that this is the biggest lacking quality found in Washington. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? To listen to your constituents, be a continual voice of the people in your district and work to better your state and country you are serving What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? I remember Bob Dole being on TV for the Republican nominee. At that time it was 1996 and I was roughly 9-10 years old. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? At 14, I was a dishwasher, waiter for a mexican restaurant. Around that time I took a job hauling hay for a local farmer. These were both summer jobs. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? An opportunity to be the voice of the American people is an honor and a privilege that must be taken seriously. The decisions that are made in the house ultimately lay the groundwork for policy and law that our children and grandchildren will be living under. Also, we also have the opportunity to remove any person who does not fulfill the duty of true representation of the people every 2 years. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? No. The job entails voting in a way that reflects the desires and way of life in their district. We have had the system hijacked by career politicians that are usually lawyers that climb the ladder to pad their own retirement funds. People was really representation that cares more about their well being than the perks of office. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? I believe we have major issues with America's security. This means border control, cybersecurity, economic stability, election integrity and energy independence. If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of? Agriculture, Small Business, Ways and Means, Appropriations, Transportation and Infrastructure, and any healthcare policy committee that drives our nation's health. Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? I am fine with this. There are thoughts to extended the term so more work can be done and less campaigning. I am for whatever the people wish the length to be. What are your thoughts on term limits? I support term limits for congress. Would be a motivator for change. Members should be concerned and spend more time on their constituents rather than prioritizing working to get themselves re-elected. New candidates will bring fresh ideas and more voices will be heard. Congress should be limited to 6-10 years. Should not be a lifetime career. Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? I enjoy Tim Scott who was a house rep now senator, Jim Jordan, and Jim Banks. 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 several stories about how many in our district feel forgotten. Mostly in the Pee Dee region. They have seen their family business legacy disappear due to lack of support. Our communities really want a voice of all people not just a select few. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Yes. However, compromising moral beliefs is not an option. At this point in time, the radical left has shifted to socialist views that tears apart the very fabric of our nation and everything our forefathers fought for. Finding common ground on things we agree on is always a wise idea to move forward. 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 regulation of the federal budget and tax structure is arguably the most important aspect of congressional power. As a Congressman it would be my duty to give my constituents the best possible opportunity for them to create their version of the American dream. Our taxes must remain low to promote economic growth, encourage private sector spending and increase state revenues to provide for local infrastructure. As our economy and our revenue grows it is the duty of Congress to continually reassess our spending needs and cut taxes and services appropriately to create an environment for long term success.\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. 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