Valdamar Archuleta

[{"question": "Campaign website", "answer_html": "<p>Archuleta’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>Unrigging the System</b>\n</p><p>It is our most vulnerable who suffer the most under a rigged system that is determined to price them out of necessities for the sake of greed and the benefit of the elite. Between sustained inflation, rampantly increasing housing costs, and high healthcare costs, it is no wonder why many Americans are not only struggling to make ends meet, but losing hope of the American dream entirely. As your congressman, I will be a leader in leveling the playing field by lowering taxes, stopping excessive government spending driving the inflation spike, simplifying our healthcare system to reduce costs, and finding ways to make housing affordable for all.\n</p><p><b>Sensible American Sustainability</b>\n</p><p>America must continue to work at fighting climate change while rejecting the fearmongering rhetoric that is sabotaging the real work of environmental preservation, and is making high living standards unaffordable as a consequence. We must continue responsible development that expands America's economy while letting the market innovate ways of producing and consuming more efficiently.\n</p><p><b>Working Towards Justice</b>\n</p><p>Countless innocents are deprived of education, financial stability, family, and a chance at life due to crime. Crime is on the rise, and it is an injustice to American citizens that our representatives are sitting by. As your congressman, I will be a voice to mend the frayed relationships between our communities and our law enforcement, ensuring we are all working towards the same goal of safe cities that allow us to pursue life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.\n</p><p><b>A Secure America at Home &amp; Abroad</b>\n</p><p>America is special because it is able to provide world class opportunity to its residents. When countless homeless, elderly, single moms, and kids are in need of a helping hand to enjoy that opportunity, our federal government has been dumping trillions into failed foreign wars instead. We need to remind ourselves as a nation that we are called to take care of each other first. When our troops are back home protecting America, and when we know that fellow Americans have each others' backs, America is stronger at home and abroad.\n<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-quotedisclaimer_2-0\"><a href=\"#cite_note-quotedisclaimer-2\">[2]</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;\">—Valdamar Archuleta’s campaign website (2024)<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-3\"><a href=\"#cite_note-3\">[3]</a></sup></cite>\n</td></tr></tbody></table>\n</div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>", "answer_text": "Archuleta’s campaign website stated the following:\n“ Unrigging the System It is our most vulnerable who suffer the most under a rigged system that is determined to price them out of necessities for the sake of greed and the benefit of the elite. Between sustained inflation, rampantly increasing housing costs, and high healthcare costs, it is no wonder why many Americans are not only struggling to make ends meet, but losing hope of the American dream entirely. As your congressman, I will be a leader in leveling the playing field by lowering taxes, stopping excessive government spending driving the inflation spike, simplifying our healthcare system to reduce costs, and finding ways to make housing affordable for all. Sensible American Sustainability America must continue to work at fighting climate change while rejecting the fearmongering rhetoric that is sabotaging the real work of environmental preservation, and is making high living standards unaffordable as a consequence. We must continue responsible development that expands America's economy while letting the market innovate ways of producing and consuming more efficiently. Working Towards Justice Countless innocents are deprived of education, financial stability, family, and a chance at life due to crime. Crime is on the rise, and it is an injustice to American citizens that our representatives are sitting by. As your congressman, I will be a voice to mend the frayed relationships between our communities and our law enforcement, ensuring we are all working towards the same goal of safe cities that allow us to pursue life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. A Secure America at Home & Abroad America is special because it is able to provide world class opportunity to its residents. When countless homeless, elderly, single moms, and kids are in need of a helping hand to enjoy that opportunity, our federal government has been dumping trillions into failed foreign wars instead. We need to remind ourselves as a nation that we are called to take care of each other first. When our troops are back home protecting America, and when we know that fellow Americans have each others' backs, America is stronger at home and abroad. [2] ” —Valdamar Archuleta’s campaign website (2024) [3]"}, {"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>Valdamar Archuleta 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 Archuleta'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-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading-bio-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-215877-2024-03-12\" 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-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tValdamar Archuleta was born and raised in Denver Colorado. Graduated from George Washington High School in 1997. After 6 years living in New York City he returned to Colorado where he has primarily worked in the wellness and fitness industries. He currently lives in west Denver and works at Denver International Airport as a massage therapist.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading-key-message-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-215877-2024-03-12\" 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-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>For the security and well being of the nation it is imperative that the southern border be secured.</li><li>Over spending by Congress has led to an economic environment where massive inflation and the rising cost of living are impeding the lives of Americans. A balanced budget is a necessity.</li><li>Career politicians have brought corruption and self interests to Washington. Term limits need to be applied to members of the House and Senate as they have been placed upon the Presidency.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading1-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading1-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tTransparency and accountability need ot be brought to legislation in D.C. by ending omnibus bills and keeping legislation to a single subject with a clear title and description. The American people deserve to understand what their representatives are doing and what they're voting record is.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading2-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading2-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tChief Washakie and George Washington. Both kept their people together and led them through difficult times establishing a foundation for a better future.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading3-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading3-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tSan Fransicko and Apocalypse Never by Michael Shellenberger. Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari. Washington by Ron Chernow. And Washakie by Grace Raymond Hebard.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading4-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading4-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tA clear understanding of the limits and requirements of the office they hold and professional self sacrificing attitude to fulfill their duty.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading5-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading5-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 good listener.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading6-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading6-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tA dedication to represent the people who elected them and not a political party, lobbyists, or big money donors.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading7-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legacy would you like to leave?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 want to be someone who helps unify our community.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading8-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading8-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 Challenger space shuttle explosion. I was 8.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading9-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading9-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tElitch Gardens Games Attendant\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading10-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading10-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tAnimal Farm. It's a quick read with a powerful message\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading11-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading11-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tSuperman\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading12-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading12-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 Wish by Skee-Lo\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading13-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is something that has been a struggle in your life?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tGetting to the gym regularly and cutting back on the tacos.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading14-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading14-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 should be a diverse body of people from all walks of life that as a whole represent the diversity of our country.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading15-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading15-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tIt can be beneficial but not necessary. We have enough lawyers and career politicians in D.C. as it is. We need a variety of life experiences, careers, and qualifications.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading16-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading16-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 and federal over spending\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading17-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading17-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading18-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading18-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tWe NEED term limits.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading19-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading19-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tSenator Rand Paul\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading20-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse20-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading20-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse20-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 met a mother who was concerned her children would not be able to afford to live in Denver when they grew up. Young people deserve to have the same opportunities their parents have had... and more.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading21-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse21-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tTell us your favorite joke.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading21-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse21-215877-2024-03-12\" 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'm not falling for this one!\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading22-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse22-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading22-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse22-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading23-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse23-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading23-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse23-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tResponsible spending is a huge part of the responsibilities of the House. We MUST carefully look at spending and handle the money of the American people in a way the will best benefit them and avoid waste.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading24-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse24-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-215877-2024-03-12\" 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=\"heading24-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse24-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 weed out corruption from within the Federal Government.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading25-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse25-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat committees interest you?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading25-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse25-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 rules committee. I would like to get Congress to run in a way that gives transparency to the public and accountability to representatives.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-215877-2024-03-12\" id=\"heading26-215877-2024-03-12\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse26-215877-2024-03-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-215877-2024-03-12\" 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 views on financial transparency and government accountability?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading26-215877-2024-03-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse26-215877-2024-03-12\" 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\tCongress has failed the American people recently. We must return to a balanced budget and end the omnibus spending bills for better transparency.\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\nValdamar Archuleta completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Archuleta's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. Valdamar Archuleta was born and raised in Denver Colorado. Graduated from George Washington High School in 1997. After 6 years living in New York City he returned to Colorado where he has primarily worked in the wellness and fitness industries. He currently lives in west Denver and works at Denver International Airport as a massage therapist. 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? For the security and well being of the nation it is imperative that the southern border be secured. Over spending by Congress has led to an economic environment where massive inflation and the rising cost of living are impeding the lives of Americans. A balanced budget is a necessity. Career politicians have brought corruption and self interests to Washington. Term limits need to be applied to members of the House and Senate as they have been placed upon the Presidency. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Transparency and accountability need ot be brought to legislation in D.C. by ending omnibus bills and keeping legislation to a single subject with a clear title and description. The American people deserve to understand what their representatives are doing and what they're voting record is. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? Chief Washakie and George Washington. Both kept their people together and led them through difficult times establishing a foundation for a better future. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? San Fransicko and Apocalypse Never by Michael Shellenberger. Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari. Washington by Ron Chernow. And Washakie by Grace Raymond Hebard. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? A clear understanding of the limits and requirements of the office they hold and professional self sacrificing attitude to fulfill their duty. What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? I am a good listener. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? A dedication to represent the people who elected them and not a political party, lobbyists, or big money donors. What legacy would you like to leave? I want to be someone who helps unify our community. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? The Challenger space shuttle explosion. I was 8. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? Elitch Gardens Games Attendant What is your favorite book? Why? Animal Farm. It's a quick read with a powerful message If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? Superman What was the last song that got stuck in your head? I Wish by Skee-Lo What is something that has been a struggle in your life? Getting to the gym regularly and cutting back on the tacos. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The house should be a diverse body of people from all walks of life that as a whole represent the diversity of our country. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? It can be beneficial but not necessary. We have enough lawyers and career politicians in D.C. as it is. We need a variety of life experiences, careers, and qualifications. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Illegal immigration and federal over spending Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? Yes What are your thoughts on term limits? We NEED term limits. Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? Senator Rand Paul 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 met a mother who was concerned her children would not be able to afford to live in Denver when they grew up. Young people deserve to have the same opportunities their parents have had... and more. Tell us your favorite joke. I'm not falling for this one! Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Yes 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? Responsible spending is a huge part of the responsibilities of the House. We MUST carefully look at spending and handle the money of the American people in a way the will best benefit them and avoid waste. How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers? To weed out corruption from within the Federal Government. What committees interest you? The rules committee. I would like to get Congress to run in a way that gives transparency to the public and accountability to representatives. What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability? Congress has failed the American people recently. We must return to a balanced budget and end the omnibus spending bills for better transparency.\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."}]