Daniel Lafavien Jackson

[{"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>Daniel Jackson completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Jackson'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-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading-bio-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-178673-2023-05-17\" 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-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am a retired military veteran, a father to two beautiful daughters, a husband, a son, and a concerned citizen.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading-key-message-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-178673-2023-05-17\" 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-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>I believe that education is the most important area that must be corrected to ensure that the United States remains the greatest country on earth. We must invest more resources toward education to ensure that all children have a quality education and that we keep pace with other countries around the world.</li><li>Safe neighborhoods are achievable when all members of the community play their part. Police forces lack the resources to address the many issues that are plaguing communities across the nation. We must have unity within the community!!</li><li>Veteran benefits should not be utilized as a political pawn.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading1-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-178673-2023-05-17\" 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=\"heading1-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-178673-2023-05-17\" 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\tEducation Reform, Veteran Benefits, Healthcare, Gun Reform, Women's Rights, Criminal Justice Reform, Marijuana Decriminalization and Legalization\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading2-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-178673-2023-05-17\" 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=\"heading2-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-178673-2023-05-17\" 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\tBagging groceries at the grocery store. 2 years.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading3-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-178673-2023-05-17\" 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=\"heading3-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-178673-2023-05-17\" 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 U.S. House is unique in the fact that it brings together individuals from all 50 states to create laws that benefit constituents from their respective congressional districts. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading4-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-178673-2023-05-17\" 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=\"heading4-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-178673-2023-05-17\" 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. Understanding how the federal government works is essential to a representative's job. Political experience is overrated. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading5-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-178673-2023-05-17\" 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=\"heading5-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-178673-2023-05-17\" 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\tRegaining trust in our public institutions and in one another. The nation is extremely divided right now. We need unity in order to work toward our shared objective; a Greater America. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading6-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-178673-2023-05-17\" 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=\"heading6-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-178673-2023-05-17\" 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=\"#collapse7-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading7-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-178673-2023-05-17\" 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=\"heading7-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-178673-2023-05-17\" 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 that term limits should be set at two terms for all members of Congress, similar to the presidency. Supreme Court Justices should also have term limits. We need diverse ideas and individuals to guide our country into the future. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading8-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-178673-2023-05-17\" 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=\"heading8-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-178673-2023-05-17\" 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\tAbsolutely. You can not get everything you want during every negotiation. America is a very diverse country and all interests must be represented. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-178673-2023-05-17\" id=\"heading9-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-178673-2023-05-17\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-178673-2023-05-17\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-178673-2023-05-17\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-178673-2023-05-17\" 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\tN/A\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\nDaniel Jackson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Jackson's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. I am a retired military veteran, a father to two beautiful daughters, a husband, a son, and a concerned citizen. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? I believe that education is the most important area that must be corrected to ensure that the United States remains the greatest country on earth. We must invest more resources toward education to ensure that all children have a quality education and that we keep pace with other countries around the world. Safe neighborhoods are achievable when all members of the community play their part. Police forces lack the resources to address the many issues that are plaguing communities across the nation. We must have unity within the community!! Veteran benefits should not be utilized as a political pawn. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Education Reform, Veteran Benefits, Healthcare, Gun Reform, Women's Rights, Criminal Justice Reform, Marijuana Decriminalization and Legalization What was your very first job? How long did you have it? Bagging groceries at the grocery store. 2 years. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The U.S. House is unique in the fact that it brings together individuals from all 50 states to create laws that benefit constituents from their respective congressional districts. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? Yes. Understanding how the federal government works is essential to a representative's job. Political experience is overrated. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Regaining trust in our public institutions and in one another. The nation is extremely divided right now. We need unity in order to work toward our shared objective; a Greater America. Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? Yes What are your thoughts on term limits? I believe that term limits should be set at two terms for all members of Congress, similar to the presidency. Supreme Court Justices should also have term limits. We need diverse ideas and individuals to guide our country into the future. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Absolutely. You can not get everything you want during every negotiation. America is a very diverse country and all interests must be represented. What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? N/A\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."}]