Christopher Douglas Mitchell

[{"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>Christopher Mitchell 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 Mitchell'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-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading-bio-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-203351-2024-06-25\" 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-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\tMitchell received a Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Computer Engineering from New Mexico State University. Based out of Colorado Springs since 1997, he is an Electrical Engineering Contractor supporting various technology companies on primarily aerospace projects. As a longtime resident of Colorado Springs, Mitchell ran for Colorado's 5th Congressional District (CD5) in 2022 and Mayor of Colorado Springs in 2023. He is a Patriot, Constitutional Conservative, transformational leader, and rugged individualist. Former Republican, now a member of the Colorado American Constitution Party (Colorado ACP), Mitchell is running for U.S. House of Representatives out of true personal conviction for Love of Country and a desire to serve the constituents of CD5 effectively.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading-key-message-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-203351-2024-06-25\" 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-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>National Sovereignty. The objective of implementing and maintaining a state of National Sovereignty translates to a thoughtful process of formulation and implementation of America First policies such as U.S. Energy Independence, U.S. Economic Strength, Fiscal Responsibility, Sealed U.S. Sovereign Borders, Fiscal Responsibility, and Superior Military Modalities.</li><li>Empowerment of individuals, minimization of Government regulation, and National Patriotism. It is paramount to constrain the Government to its enumerated powers in the Constitution such that the Government does not impede the Liberty of the People whom it serves. The Constitution and Bill of Rights are the founding documents of our Liberty and the Supreme Law of the Land. The major issues we face are best solved by a renewed allegiance to the original intent of the Constitution and Bill of Rights. The sole purpose of Government, as stated in the Declaration of Independence, is to secure our unalienable rights given by our Creator. When the Government grows beyond this scope, it is usurpation, and Liberty is compromised.</li><li>Sanctity of Life (From Conception to Natural Death).  I affirm the God-given legal personhood of all human beings from fertilization to natural death. The first duty of the law is to protect innocent life created in the image of God. No government may legalize the taking of life without justification. Legalizing the termination of innocent life of the born or unborn, whether by abortion, infanticide, euthanasia, or suicide, is a direct violation of their unalienable right to life.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading1-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-203351-2024-06-25\" 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=\"heading1-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\t1. America First Worldview<br/>\n<p>2. Religious Freedom for all Americans<br/>\r\n3. U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights (Founding Fathers' Original Intent)<br/>\r\n4. National Sovereignty<br/>\r\n5. Sanctity of Life (From Conception to Natural Death)<br/>\r\n6. Parents Bill of Rights Act<br/>\r\n7. Freedom from Government Overreach and Institutional Intimidation against American Citizens<br/>\r\n8. Fiscal Responsibility and Accountability in Government<br/>\n</p>\n9. Empowerment of individuals, minimization of Government regulation, and promotion of National Patriotism\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading2-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\tU.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading3-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-203351-2024-06-25\" 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=\"heading3-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\tHonest, Objective, Constitutionally-based, Resolute, Patriotic\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading4-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading4-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-203351-2024-06-25\" 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 employ a passionate and focused leadership style to serve the constituents of Colorado's 5th Congressional District . I can marshal objective thinking and strategic planning skills to build consensus and directly engage oppositional forces, advancing the line forward with an America First Worldview.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading5-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading5-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\t1. Talking with and listening to constituents on a regular in-person basis<br/>\n<p>2. Objectivity evaluating the National and District priorities<br/>\n</p>\n3. Actively participating in the formulation and introduction of legislation\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading6-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-203351-2024-06-25\" 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=\"heading6-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-203351-2024-06-25\" 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 of Representatives, as enumerated in the Constitution, has two main duties: <br/>\n<p>1. making laws<br/>\n</p>\n2. scrutinizing the work of the Government\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading7-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-203351-2024-06-25\" 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=\"heading7-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\tMaintaining and advancing U.S. National Sovereignty both domestically and internationally.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading8-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-203351-2024-06-25\" 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=\"heading8-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\tTerm limits for Congress, although conceptually great, will require formulating practical implementation details and amending the U.S. Constitution.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading9-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-203351-2024-06-25\" 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=\"heading9-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\tCongressman Chip Roy, R, Texas's 21st Congressional District\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading10-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-203351-2024-06-25\" 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=\"heading10-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\tDrive and introduce legislation to the House floor to defund and eliminate wasteful Government Departments (e.g. U.S. Department of Education) and non-profitable, Government-subsidized organizations and programs (e.g. Amtrak, Obamacare, and Green Energy initiatives). That is, legislation focused on promoting Federalism in a framework and pattern of fiscal responsibility with accountability for the Republic, identifying and eliminating Socialist and Marxist programs (i.e. distortions to Federalism) initiated by the Obama and Biden Administrations.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading11-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-203351-2024-06-25\" 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=\"heading11-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-203351-2024-06-25\" 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\t1.\tHomeland Security<br/>\n<p>2.\tScience, Space, and Technology<br/>\n</p>\n3.\tArmed Services\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-203351-2024-06-25\" id=\"heading12-203351-2024-06-25\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-203351-2024-06-25\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-203351-2024-06-25\" 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=\"heading12-203351-2024-06-25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-203351-2024-06-25\" 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 Government should operate within its means by predetermined budgets and without accumulating debt. In addition, legislation should be formulated to indicate and separate specific funding appropriations per multiple legislative packages.\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\nChristopher Mitchell completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Mitchell's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. Mitchell received a Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Computer Engineering from New Mexico State University. Based out of Colorado Springs since 1997, he is an Electrical Engineering Contractor supporting various technology companies on primarily aerospace projects. As a longtime resident of Colorado Springs, Mitchell ran for Colorado's 5th Congressional District (CD5) in 2022 and Mayor of Colorado Springs in 2023. He is a Patriot, Constitutional Conservative, transformational leader, and rugged individualist. Former Republican, now a member of the Colorado American Constitution Party (Colorado ACP), Mitchell is running for U.S. House of Representatives out of true personal conviction for Love of Country and a desire to serve the constituents of CD5 effectively. 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? National Sovereignty. The objective of implementing and maintaining a state of National Sovereignty translates to a thoughtful process of formulation and implementation of America First policies such as U.S. Energy Independence, U.S. Economic Strength, Fiscal Responsibility, Sealed U.S. Sovereign Borders, Fiscal Responsibility, and Superior Military Modalities. Empowerment of individuals, minimization of Government regulation, and National Patriotism. It is paramount to constrain the Government to its enumerated powers in the Constitution such that the Government does not impede the Liberty of the People whom it serves. The Constitution and Bill of Rights are the founding documents of our Liberty and the Supreme Law of the Land. The major issues we face are best solved by a renewed allegiance to the original intent of the Constitution and Bill of Rights. The sole purpose of Government, as stated in the Declaration of Independence, is to secure our unalienable rights given by our Creator. When the Government grows beyond this scope, it is usurpation, and Liberty is compromised. Sanctity of Life (From Conception to Natural Death).  I affirm the God-given legal personhood of all human beings from fertilization to natural death. The first duty of the law is to protect innocent life created in the image of God. No government may legalize the taking of life without justification. Legalizing the termination of innocent life of the born or unborn, whether by abortion, infanticide, euthanasia, or suicide, is a direct violation of their unalienable right to life. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? 1. America First Worldview 2. Religious Freedom for all Americans 3. U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights (Founding Fathers' Original Intent) 4. National Sovereignty 5. Sanctity of Life (From Conception to Natural Death) 6. Parents Bill of Rights Act 7. Freedom from Government Overreach and Institutional Intimidation against American Citizens 8. Fiscal Responsibility and Accountability in Government 9. Empowerment of individuals, minimization of Government regulation, and promotion of National Patriotism Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Honest, Objective, Constitutionally-based, Resolute, Patriotic What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? I employ a passionate and focused leadership style to serve the constituents of Colorado's 5th Congressional District . I can marshal objective thinking and strategic planning skills to build consensus and directly engage oppositional forces, advancing the line forward with an America First Worldview. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? 1. Talking with and listening to constituents on a regular in-person basis 2. Objectivity evaluating the National and District priorities 3. Actively participating in the formulation and introduction of legislation What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The House of Representatives, as enumerated in the Constitution, has two main duties: 1. making laws 2. scrutinizing the work of the Government What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Maintaining and advancing U.S. National Sovereignty both domestically and internationally. What are your thoughts on term limits? Term limits for Congress, although conceptually great, will require formulating practical implementation details and amending the U.S. Constitution. Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? Congressman Chip Roy, R, Texas's 21st Congressional District 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? Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to defund and eliminate wasteful Government Departments (e.g. U.S. Department of Education) and non-profitable, Government-subsidized organizations and programs (e.g. Amtrak, Obamacare, and Green Energy initiatives). That is, legislation focused on promoting Federalism in a framework and pattern of fiscal responsibility with accountability for the Republic, identifying and eliminating Socialist and Marxist programs (i.e. distortions to Federalism) initiated by the Obama and Biden Administrations. What committees interest you? 1.\tHomeland Security 2.\tScience, Space, and Technology 3.\tArmed Services What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability? The Government should operate within its means by predetermined budgets and without accumulating debt. In addition, legislation should be formulated to indicate and separate specific funding appropriations per multiple legislative packages.\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>Mitchell’s campaign website stated the following:\n</p>\n<div style=\"height:400px;overflow:scroll;border:1px solid gray;margin:20px;padding:10px;\">\n<table data-nosnippet=\"\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: none;background-color: transparent; auto; ;\">\n<tbody><tr>\n<td style=\"border:none; color:#B2B7F2;font-size:35px;font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-weight: bold; text-align: left; padding: 10px 3px;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"20\">“\n</td>\n<td style=\"border: none; padding: 4px 10px;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p><u>Principles of Campaign:</u>\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>1. America First Worldview\n</p><p>2. Religious Freedom for all Americans\n</p><p>3. U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights (Founding Fathers' Original Intent)\n</p><p>4. National Sovereignty\n</p><p>5. Sanctity of Life (From Conception to Natural Death)\n</p><p>6. Parents Bill of Rights Act\n</p><p>7. Freedom from Government Overreach and Institutional Intimidation against American Citizens\n</p><p>8. Fiscal Responsibility and Accountability in Government\n</p><p>9. Empowerment of individuals, minimization of Government regulation, and promotion of National Patriotism\n</p><p><u>Legislative Goals for 2025 - 2026:</u>\n</p><p>1. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to defund and eliminate wasteful Government Departments (e.g. U.S. Department of Education) and non-profitable, Government-subsidized organizations and programs (e.g. <i>Amtrak, Obamacare</i>, and <i>Green Energy</i> initiatives). That is, introduce legislation focused on promoting <i>Federalism</i> in a framework and pattern of fiscal responsibility with accountability for the Republic, identifying and eliminating Socialist and Marxist programs (i.e. distortions to Federalism) initiated by the Obama and Biden Administrations. \n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>2. Adequately funding the Department of Defense (DoD) to address the geopolitical threats of Communist China, Russia, and Iran. Mandate immediate termination of all DEI/WOKE policies in the DoD ranks and the supporting Military Industrial Complex (MIC).\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>3. Adequately funding the Department of Homeland Security to protect U.S. Sovereign Borders by repelling the illegal immigrant invasion and destroying Mexican cartels and human trafficking operations.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>4. Drive and introduce legislation to fortify and secure U.S. Sovereign Borders, while concurrently, defunding sanctuary cities and deporting all illegal immigrants, without exception.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>5. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to outlaw the participation of illegal immigrants, non-citizens, in government functions (e.g. voting) at any level, and to strip tax-exempt status from non-profit organizations that aid and abet the illegal immigrants.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>6. Drive legislation to extend the Trump-era tax cuts.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>7. Drive legislation for \"No Tax on Tips\" and \"No Tax on Social Security Benefits.\"\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>8. Pass Reciprocal Trade Act.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>9. Work closely with the Trump Administration to completely dismantle the Biden-Kamala policy of <i>Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing</i> (AFFH) which causes urban blight.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>10. To focus on Fiscal Responsibility, I will vote for the Trump-Vance Administration initiative to terminate all Green New Scam funding, and concurrently, enhancing the production of natural gas, and its derivatives such as Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). Making America \"Energy Dominant\", I will vote for the policies for pragmatic turn-key and emerging energy production, including micro-nuclear. I envision Colorado being a pioneer in micro-nuclear.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>11. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to effectively limit, and in some cases eliminate, the capacity of U.S. businesses and U.S. universities to transfer U.S. technology and business capital to Communist China.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>12. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to eliminate the purchase of U.S. land and Real Estate assets by Communist China.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p>13. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to ban the import and sale of products in the U.S. manufactured using slave labor, concentrating on products manufactured in Communist China.<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;\">—Christopher Mitchell’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>\n<p>Christopher Mitchell did not complete <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's 2023 Candidate Connection</a> survey.\n</p>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<p>Christopher Mitchell did not complete <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection</a> survey.\n</p>", "answer_text": "Mitchell’s campaign website stated the following:\n“ Principles of Campaign: 1. America First Worldview 2. Religious Freedom for all Americans 3. U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights (Founding Fathers' Original Intent) 4. National Sovereignty 5. Sanctity of Life (From Conception to Natural Death) 6. Parents Bill of Rights Act 7. Freedom from Government Overreach and Institutional Intimidation against American Citizens 8. Fiscal Responsibility and Accountability in Government 9. Empowerment of individuals, minimization of Government regulation, and promotion of National Patriotism Legislative Goals for 2025 - 2026: 1. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to defund and eliminate wasteful Government Departments (e.g. U.S. Department of Education) and non-profitable, Government-subsidized organizations and programs (e.g. Amtrak, Obamacare , and Green Energy initiatives). That is, introduce legislation focused on promoting Federalism in a framework and pattern of fiscal responsibility with accountability for the Republic, identifying and eliminating Socialist and Marxist programs (i.e. distortions to Federalism) initiated by the Obama and Biden Administrations. 2. Adequately funding the Department of Defense (DoD) to address the geopolitical threats of Communist China, Russia, and Iran. Mandate immediate termination of all DEI/WOKE policies in the DoD ranks and the supporting Military Industrial Complex (MIC). 3. Adequately funding the Department of Homeland Security to protect U.S. Sovereign Borders by repelling the illegal immigrant invasion and destroying Mexican cartels and human trafficking operations. 4. Drive and introduce legislation to fortify and secure U.S. Sovereign Borders, while concurrently, defunding sanctuary cities and deporting all illegal immigrants, without exception. 5. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to outlaw the participation of illegal immigrants, non-citizens, in government functions (e.g. voting) at any level, and to strip tax-exempt status from non-profit organizations that aid and abet the illegal immigrants. 6. Drive legislation to extend the Trump-era tax cuts. 7. Drive legislation for \"No Tax on Tips\" and \"No Tax on Social Security Benefits.\" 8. Pass Reciprocal Trade Act. 9. Work closely with the Trump Administration to completely dismantle the Biden-Kamala policy of Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) which causes urban blight. 10. To focus on Fiscal Responsibility, I will vote for the Trump-Vance Administration initiative to terminate all Green New Scam funding, and concurrently, enhancing the production of natural gas, and its derivatives such as Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). Making America \"Energy Dominant\", I will vote for the policies for pragmatic turn-key and emerging energy production, including micro-nuclear. I envision Colorado being a pioneer in micro-nuclear. 11. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to effectively limit, and in some cases eliminate, the capacity of U.S. businesses and U.S. universities to transfer U.S. technology and business capital to Communist China. 12. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to eliminate the purchase of U.S. land and Real Estate assets by Communist China. 13. Drive and introduce legislation to the House floor to ban the import and sale of products in the U.S. manufactured using slave labor, concentrating on products manufactured in Communist China. [2] ” —Christopher Mitchell’s campaign website (2024) [3]\n\nChristopher Mitchell did not complete Ballotpedia's 2023 Candidate Connection survey.\n\nChristopher Mitchell did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey."}]