Scott Cleveland

[{"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>Scott Cleveland 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 Cleveland'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-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading-bio-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-215939-2024-03-28\" 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-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-215939-2024-03-28\" 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 conservative and an America-first, based patriot. I'm a Christian, husband of 35 years, and successful business owner in Eagle, Idaho. I'm 62 years old and in excellent health. Most of my work history is in the financial services industry including 23 years with a Fortune 100 firm. Active in my community, I have served on several boards and acted as treasurer in a few of them. I am the founder of TVCOP - Treasure Valley Council of Patriots. I am currently serving as the 3rd Vice Chairman of the Ada County GOP, the largest County Central Committee in Idaho. I was elected by the membership of the Committee in the fall of 2023. My voting record is and will be to support the Constitution and the entirety of the Idaho Republican Party Platform. \r\nMy belief is this: America is still great but headed in the wrong direction. The career politicians in Washington, D.C. no longer serve the best interests of everyday average Americans. Congress and the President are beholden to lobbyists and special interest groups. My opponent has been in office for decades and needs to retire. I am competent, willing, and able to serve the citizens of Idaho to the best of my ability.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading-key-message-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-215939-2024-03-28\" 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-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>America is still great but off track. Our founding fathers did not include term limits when ratifying the United States Constitution. I plan to submit a bill to limit members of Congress to two terms.</li><li>Stop reckless spending. Our nation is over 30 trillion dollars in debt. We must get back to fiscally sound policy before it is too late.</li><li>Our rights come from God not the government. Our leaders are failing to follow the United States Constitution daily.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading1-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading1-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tPersonal liberty and freedom to live life as one sees fit, as long as my behaviors do not infringe on the rights of my fellow citizens. I am not anti-government but do believe in limited gov't. Our rights to free speech and to bear arms are critical to the ongoing success of America. These rights are under attack by those wishing to \"transform\" traditional America. Our nation is under attack at the southern border and our current President is fully condoning this violation of both his oath of office and the United States Constitution. I believe in protecting the unborn. I'm a strong supporter of the men and women who serve our country in the military and law enforcement. I believe in free enterprise and market-based policy.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading2-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading2-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-215939-2024-03-28\" 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 look up to my father, Thomas Cleveland. He instilled in me all the qualities of being both a good American and a good human being. He is also my favorite veteran. Love you Pops!\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading3-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading3-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tStudy the founding of the world's greatest nation conceived under God. Read the Declaration of Independence and the amendments to the Constitution. <br/>\r\nFreedom and liberty are some of God's greatest gifts. They must be protected.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading4-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading4-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-215939-2024-03-28\" 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. Follow the Constitution of these United States and your oath of office.<br/>\n<p>2. Gather the facts before making a decision.<br/>\r\n3. Respect the difference of opinion inherent in policy and lawmaking.<br/>\r\n4. Do not create a solution in search of a problem.<br/>\n</p>\n5. Printing more money is just plain stupid and must be stopped.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading5-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading5-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tHonesty and integrity. I am a high-energy person and a faithful husband. I am generous and empathetic toward my fellow man/woman. I also have a strong faith in God.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading6-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading6-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tServe the people - not special interest groups. It is that simple. Listen to and respond to your constituents always and promptly.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading7-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading7-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy legacy would be to help turn around America and return it to the type of place that we can be proud of for future generations to come.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading8-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading8-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tApollo 11 moon landing in July, 1969. I was eight years old and, as you can imagine, really into all things space-related. Yes - my brother and I had our own space suits and helmets just in case NASA needed any help.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading9-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading9-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy first \"real\" job was working at the New Mexico state fair in the concessions/food services business. I would ride the bus from school to get to work. My brothers and I would deliver food from the kitchen to each station at the horse races. Then we would move to the nightly rodeo and make popcorn and sell cokes in the stands until the rodeo ended. I would then ride home with my father and brothers. It was a lot of fun and hard work each year. I also worked part-time all through high school at a great Mexican food restaurant and an old-school dinner theater. I have never been unemployed.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading10-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading10-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-215939-2024-03-28\" 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 Bible. It's all in there.  :-)\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading11-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading11-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tDon Quixote. I like a good adventure!\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading12-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading12-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tBorn Free - Kid Rock\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading13-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading13-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tPatience. I like to move at a rapid pace.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading14-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading14-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-215939-2024-03-28\" 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 power of the purse. The House can kill spending that Biden has been unconstitutionally funding.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading15-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading15-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tGood government is nothing more than good leadership and good decision-making. Based on current events and the overall state of the nation, I would say previous experience in government may actually be detrimental. Our leaders vote on bills that are thousands of pages long without having read them.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading16-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading16-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tNOT global warming or \"climate change\". I also don't believe such nonsense that domestic terrorism by American citizens is our greatest threat. Instead, our greatest threat has been the spread of communism and socialism. Nations hostile to America include China, Russia, and the nation of Iran. These three nations are not the only threats to peace and prosperity.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading17-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading17-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy opinion is that the current two-year term cycles are too short and should be extended.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading18-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading18-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI support term limits and have no desire to make a career out of my time in the US House of Representatives. I fully support an amendment to the United States Constitution that would require term limits for all members of Congress. I plan to personally sponsor this bill when elected. My proposed limits would be as follows:<br/><br/>\n<p>1. Each United States Senator would serve no more than two full six-year terms per lifetime. In addition, I would also support an upper age limit to hold this office. We have a minimum age requirement already.<br/><br/>\n</p>\n2. Each United States House member would serve no more than three, four-year terms per lifetime. The current two-year term cycles are too short and should be extended.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading19-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading19-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-215939-2024-03-28\" 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. Senator Larry Craig represented his constituents, always cut taxes, cut spending and introduced the Balanced Budget Amendment. His constituent service work for Idaho citizens was second to none.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading20-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse20-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading20-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse20-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tQ -What do you call a wish sandwich?<br/><br/>\r\nA- Two pieces of bread and you \"wish\" you had something to put in it.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading21-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse21-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading21-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse21-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tCompromise is sometimes needed to get things done. Having said that, one of the biggest mistakes a leader can make is making decisions that satisfy popular opinion - but that are still wrong. Our leaders are not willing to make tough decisions anymore. The thinking and behavior in Washington, D.C. has become too short-term.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading22-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse22-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading22-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse22-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy priority would always be to oppose any spending bills unless there was a need that met the criteria of improving national defense, protecting our borders, taking care of our Veterans. I would question the existence of useless agencies like the Department of Education, and so many others that do nothing more than perpetuate themselves. Half of all existing federal employees could be eliminated with no loss of service to U.S. citizens and save the taxpayers billions and trillions in reckless spending.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading23-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse23-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading23-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse23-215939-2024-03-28\" 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 investigate all of the intelligence agencies, the Department of Justice and any other agencies tied to these entities. They have been weaponized against Republicans, conservatives and Christians for years and these federal abuses against its citizens needs to end today.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading24-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse24-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading24-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse24-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tElmore County GOP...many more to come.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading25-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse25-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading25-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse25-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tEnergy and natural resources, Appropriations, Agriculture, Budgeting.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-215939-2024-03-28\" id=\"heading26-215939-2024-03-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse26-215939-2024-03-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-215939-2024-03-28\" 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=\"heading26-215939-2024-03-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse26-215939-2024-03-28\" 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\tHaving good , sound fiscal policy produces a healthy economic environment. When you have a healthy economic environment, businesses tend to thrive. Legislation I will support is fiscal responsibility, lower taxes, and less regulation.\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\nScott Cleveland completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cleveland's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. I am conservative and an America-first, based patriot. I'm a Christian, husband of 35 years, and successful business owner in Eagle, Idaho. I'm 62 years old and in excellent health. Most of my work history is in the financial services industry including 23 years with a Fortune 100 firm. Active in my community, I have served on several boards and acted as treasurer in a few of them. I am the founder of TVCOP - Treasure Valley Council of Patriots. I am currently serving as the 3rd Vice Chairman of the Ada County GOP, the largest County Central Committee in Idaho. I was elected by the membership of the Committee in the fall of 2023. My voting record is and will be to support the Constitution and the entirety of the Idaho Republican Party Platform. \r\nMy belief is this: America is still great but headed in the wrong direction. The career politicians in Washington, D.C. no longer serve the best interests of everyday average Americans. Congress and the President are beholden to lobbyists and special interest groups. My opponent has been in office for decades and needs to retire. I am competent, willing, and able to serve the citizens of Idaho to the best of my ability. 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? America is still great but off track. Our founding fathers did not include term limits when ratifying the United States Constitution. I plan to submit a bill to limit members of Congress to two terms. Stop reckless spending. Our nation is over 30 trillion dollars in debt. We must get back to fiscally sound policy before it is too late. Our rights come from God not the government. Our leaders are failing to follow the United States Constitution daily. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Personal liberty and freedom to live life as one sees fit, as long as my behaviors do not infringe on the rights of my fellow citizens. I am not anti-government but do believe in limited gov't. Our rights to free speech and to bear arms are critical to the ongoing success of America. These rights are under attack by those wishing to \"transform\" traditional America. Our nation is under attack at the southern border and our current President is fully condoning this violation of both his oath of office and the United States Constitution. I believe in protecting the unborn. I'm a strong supporter of the men and women who serve our country in the military and law enforcement. I believe in free enterprise and market-based policy. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? I look up to my father, Thomas Cleveland. He instilled in me all the qualities of being both a good American and a good human being. He is also my favorite veteran. Love you Pops! Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? Study the founding of the world's greatest nation conceived under God. Read the Declaration of Independence and the amendments to the Constitution. Freedom and liberty are some of God's greatest gifts. They must be protected. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? 1. Follow the Constitution of these United States and your oath of office. 2. Gather the facts before making a decision. 3. Respect the difference of opinion inherent in policy and lawmaking. 4. Do not create a solution in search of a problem. 5. Printing more money is just plain stupid and must be stopped. What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? Honesty and integrity. I am a high-energy person and a faithful husband. I am generous and empathetic toward my fellow man/woman. I also have a strong faith in God. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? Serve the people - not special interest groups. It is that simple. Listen to and respond to your constituents always and promptly. What legacy would you like to leave? My legacy would be to help turn around America and return it to the type of place that we can be proud of for future generations to come. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? Apollo 11 moon landing in July, 1969. I was eight years old and, as you can imagine, really into all things space-related. Yes - my brother and I had our own space suits and helmets just in case NASA needed any help. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? My first \"real\" job was working at the New Mexico state fair in the concessions/food services business. I would ride the bus from school to get to work. My brothers and I would deliver food from the kitchen to each station at the horse races. Then we would move to the nightly rodeo and make popcorn and sell cokes in the stands until the rodeo ended. I would then ride home with my father and brothers. It was a lot of fun and hard work each year. I also worked part-time all through high school at a great Mexican food restaurant and an old-school dinner theater. I have never been unemployed. What is your favorite book? Why? The Bible. It's all in there.  :-) If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? Don Quixote. I like a good adventure! What was the last song that got stuck in your head? Born Free - Kid Rock What is something that has been a struggle in your life? Patience. I like to move at a rapid pace. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The power of the purse. The House can kill spending that Biden has been unconstitutionally funding. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? Good government is nothing more than good leadership and good decision-making. Based on current events and the overall state of the nation, I would say previous experience in government may actually be detrimental. Our leaders vote on bills that are thousands of pages long without having read them. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? NOT global warming or \"climate change\". I also don't believe such nonsense that domestic terrorism by American citizens is our greatest threat. Instead, our greatest threat has been the spread of communism and socialism. Nations hostile to America include China, Russia, and the nation of Iran. These three nations are not the only threats to peace and prosperity. Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? My opinion is that the current two-year term cycles are too short and should be extended. What are your thoughts on term limits? I support term limits and have no desire to make a career out of my time in the US House of Representatives. I fully support an amendment to the United States Constitution that would require term limits for all members of Congress. I plan to personally sponsor this bill when elected. My proposed limits would be as follows: 1. Each United States Senator would serve no more than two full six-year terms per lifetime. In addition, I would also support an upper age limit to hold this office. We have a minimum age requirement already. 2. Each United States House member would serve no more than three, four-year terms per lifetime. The current two-year term cycles are too short and should be extended. Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? U.S. Senator Larry Craig represented his constituents, always cut taxes, cut spending and introduced the Balanced Budget Amendment. His constituent service work for Idaho citizens was second to none. Tell us your favorite joke. Q -What do you call a wish sandwich? A- Two pieces of bread and you \"wish\" you had something to put in it. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Compromise is sometimes needed to get things done. Having said that, one of the biggest mistakes a leader can make is making decisions that satisfy popular opinion - but that are still wrong. Our leaders are not willing to make tough decisions anymore. The thinking and behavior in Washington, D.C. has become too short-term. 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? My priority would always be to oppose any spending bills unless there was a need that met the criteria of improving national defense, protecting our borders, taking care of our Veterans. I would question the existence of useless agencies like the Department of Education, and so many others that do nothing more than perpetuate themselves. Half of all existing federal employees could be eliminated with no loss of service to U.S. citizens and save the taxpayers billions and trillions in reckless spending. How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers? The House should investigate all of the intelligence agencies, the Department of Justice and any other agencies tied to these entities. They have been weaponized against Republicans, conservatives and Christians for years and these federal abuses against its citizens needs to end today. What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? Elmore County GOP...many more to come. What committees interest you? Energy and natural resources, Appropriations, Agriculture, Budgeting. What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability? Having good , sound fiscal policy produces a healthy economic environment. When you have a healthy economic environment, businesses tend to thrive. Legislation I will support is fiscal responsibility, lower taxes, and less regulation.\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>Cleveland’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>2nd Amendment</b><br/>\nScott is a powerful defender of the 2nd Amendment. It guarantees law-abiding Americans the Right to Keep and Bear Arms.Gun Control does not work and more laws only place limits on that freedom.\n</p><p>Federal gun control legislation like the Gun Control Act of 1968and the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act (1993) created nationwide requirements that make it more difficult to obtain a firearm.\n</p><p>These laws have been in place for decades, and by now, the evidence is crystal clear. Gun control doesn’t work.\n</p><p><b>Water and Power</b><br/>\nIdaho has been blessed with low-cost hydroelectric power from a series of storage and diversion dams up and down the Snake River. Scott will defend Idaho water to the last drop. He will never agree to breach the four lower Snake River dams. In fact, expanding storage on existing dams and adding new dams in locations that have already been studied extensively.<br/>\n<br/><b>Economy and Inflation</b><br/>\nEveryone in Idaho knows we have a problem with our economy: inflation, higher interest rates, groceries cost too much, gas and other energy costs are through the roof. Congress and specifically the House has the power of the purse. We don’t have a revenue problem. We have a spending problem. Reckless federal spending is choking out the middle class. And that’s why the fed raised interest rates to the highest level in decades and it is destroying middle class and low-income families in Idaho.\n</p><p>The solution is simple. Cut spending and cut taxes. Stop spending money we don’t have. Eliminate unneeded and unnecessary agencies in the swamp: U.S. Department of Education is one of the best examples of billions of dollars of waste every year. Other agencies that could be eliminated or cut in half: Department of Labor, Department of Housing and Urban Development, Department of Energy, Department of Transportation, and many more. Cuts are needed to reduce bloated or redundant bureaucratic agencies, departments, commissions, and divisions.\n</p><p><b>Border Security</b><br/>\nIdaho and the nation are being overrun by illegal aliens. Most Idahoans believe our nation is being invaded and the effects are being felt throughout Idaho, and the 2nd Congressional District. President Trump was right. When I’m back in Congress I will support President Trump’s efforts to reclose and reclaim the border. (Click for President Trump’s plan for border security)\n</p><p>President Donald J. Trump created the most secure border in U.S. history. He ended catch-and-release, took down human traffickers, deported record numbers of illegal alien gang members, and built 450 miles of powerful new wall. Joe Biden turned our country into one giant sanctuary for dangerous criminal aliens when he suspended all immigration enforcement in the middle of a global pandemic and reversed landmark agreements that safely returned asylum-seekers to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. The onslaught of illegal aliens invading our wide-open borders threatens public safety, drains the treasury, undermines U.S. workers, and burdens schools and hospitals. President Trump will shut down Biden’s border disaster. He will again end catch-and-release, restore Remain in Mexico, and eliminate asylum fraud. In cooperative states, President Trump will deputize the National Guard and local law enforcement to assist with rapidly removing illegal alien gang members and criminals.\n<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-quotedisclaimer_3-0\"><a href=\"#cite_note-quotedisclaimer-3\">[3]</a></sup>\n</p>\n</td>\n<td style=\"border: none; color: #B2B7F2; font-size: 35px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-weight: bold; text-align: right; padding: 10px 1px;\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"20\">”\n</td></tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"cquotecite\" colspan=\"3\" style=\"border: none; padding-right: 4%\"><cite style=\"font-style: normal;font-size: smaller; float: right;\">—Cleveland's campaign website (2024)<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-4\"><a href=\"#cite_note-4\">[4]</a></sup></cite>\n</td></tr></tbody></table>\n</div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Scott Cleveland completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cleveland'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-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading-bio-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-104624-2021-12-15\" 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-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><p>Scott \"Oh\" Cleveland - Independent Conservative Candidate. I am conservative and an America First, based patriot. I'm a Christian, husband of 33 years, and successful business owner in Eagle, Idaho. I'm 60 years old and in excellent health. Most of my work history is in the financial services industry including 23 years with a fortune 100 firm. Active in my community, I have served on several boards and acted as Treasurer in a few of them. I am the founder of TVCOP - Treasure Valley Council of Patriots. \n</p>\n<p>I have been active in politics for many years but have never run for public office - until now. \n</p><p>My belief is this - America is still great, but headed in the wrong direction. The career politicians in Washington, D.C. no longer serve the best interests of every day average Americans. Congress and the President are beholden to lobbyists and special interest groups. I support term limits and have no desire to make a career out of my time in the US Senate. \nI am running as an independent because the RINO led party bosses will never support any challenger to the incumbent. My opponent has been in office for over 30 years and needs to retire. \n</p><p>I am competent, willing, and able to serve the citizens of Idaho to the best of my ability, \n</p>\nThank you for your consideration - Scott Oh Cleveland\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading-key-message-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>America is still great but off track. Our founding fathers did not include term limits when ratifying the United States Constitution. I plan to submit a bill to limit members of congress to two terms.</li><li>Stop reckless spending. Our nation is nearly 30 trillion dollars in debt. We must get back to fiscally sound policy before it is too late.</li><li>Our rights come from God not government. Our leaders are failing to follow the United States Constitution on a daily basis.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading1-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tPersonal liberty and freedom to live life as one sees fit, as long as my behaviors do not infringe on the human rights of my fellow citizens. I am not anti government but do believe in limited government. Our rights to free speech and the right to bear arms are critical to the ongoing success of America. These rights are under attack by those wishing to \"transform\" traditional America. Our nation is under attack at the southern border and our current President is fully condoning this violation of both his oath of office and the United States Constitution. I oppose the government and corporate overreach regarding the Covid 19 virus. I believe in protecting the unborn. I am a strong supporter of the men and women that serve our country in the military and law enforcement. I am a believer in free enterprise and market based policy. <br/>\nI love America and will do everything in my power to protect and serve.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading2-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-104624-2021-12-15\" 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=\"heading2-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI look up to my father, Thomas Cleveland. He instilled in me all the qualities of being both a good American and a good human being. He is also my favorite veteran. - Love you Pops!\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading3-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-104624-2021-12-15\" 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=\"heading3-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tStudy the founding of the worlds greatest nation conceived under God. Read the Declaration of Independence and the amendments to the Constitution. <br/><br/>\r\nFreedom and Liberty are some of God's greatest gifts. They must be protected. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading4-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading4-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\t1. Follow the Constitution of these United States and your oath of office. <br/>\n<p>2. Gather the facts before making a decision.<br/>\n3. Respect the difference of opinion inherent in policy and lawmaking. <br/>\n4. Do not create a solution in search of a problem.<br/>\n</p>\n5. Printing more money is just plain stupid and must be stopped.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading5-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading5-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tHonesty and integrity. I am a high energy person and a faithful husband. I am generous and empathetic toward my fellow man/woman. I also have a strong faith in God. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading6-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading6-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tServe the people - not special interest groups. It is that simple. Listen to and respond to your constituents always and promptly. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading7-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legacy would you like to leave?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy legacy would be to help turn around America and return it to the type of place that we can be proud of for future generations to come. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading8-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat 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=\"heading8-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tApollo 11 moon landing in July, 1969. I was eight years old and, as you can imagine really into all things space related. Yes - my brother and I had our own space suits and helmets just in case NASA needed any help. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading9-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was your very first job? How long did you have it?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy first \"real\" job was working at the New Mexico state fair in the concessions/food services business. I would ride the bus from school to get to work. My brothers and I would deliver food from the kitchen to each station at the horse races. Then we would move to the nightly rodeo and make popcorn and sell cokes in the stands until the rodeo ended. I would then ride home with my father and brothers. It was a lot of fun and hard work each year. I also worked part time all through high school at a great Mexican food restaurant and an old school dinner theater. I have never been unemployed. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading10-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is your favorite book? Why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading10-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe Bible. It's all in there :)\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading11-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-104624-2021-12-15\" 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=\"heading11-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tDon Quixote, I like a good adventure!\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading12-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was the last song that got stuck in your head?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading12-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tBorn Free - Kid Rock\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading13-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is something that has been a struggle in your life?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tPatience, I like to move at a rapid pace. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading14-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat 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=\"heading14-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tNOT GLOBAL Warming or \"Climate Change\". I also don't believe such nonsense that domestic terrorism by American citizens is our greatest threat. Instead our greatest threat has been the spread of communism and socialism. Nations hostile to America include China, Russia, and the nation of Iran. These three nations are not the only threats to peace and prosperity. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading15-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your thoughts on term limits?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading15-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI fully support an amendment to the United States Constitution that would require term limits for all members of congress. I plan to personally sponsor this bill when elected. My proposed limits would be as follows: <br/><br/>\n<p>1. Each United States Senator would serve no more than two full six year terms per lifetime. In addition, I would also support an upper age limit to hold this office. We have a minimum age requirement already. <br/><br/>\n</p>\n2. Each United States House member would serve no more than three, four year terms per lifetime. The current two year term cycles are too short and should be extended. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading16-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading16-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe United States Senate is the upper chamber of the legislative branch of government. As such, it has a vital role in shaping the lives of everyday Americans. My belief is that this body should first and foremost serve the best interests of all Americans, not just the political party they represent or other interests. I also believe that a senator can serve the citizens of the state of Idaho well while not at the expense of others.<br/>\r\nUnfortunately, in my experience, the elected leaders in Washington, D.C. care very little about addressing the legitimate concerns of their constituents. An example of this is the highly questionable results of the 2020 election. Leaders in both major parties were all too quick to certify what was clearly an irregular election cycle. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading17-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-104624-2021-12-15\" 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 senators to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading17-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tGood government is nothing more than good leadership and good decision making. Based on current events and the overall state of the nation, I would say previous experience in government may actually be detrimental. Our leaders vote on bills that are thousands of pages long without having read them. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading18-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you think of the filibuster?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI have no issues with the concept of filibustering legislation that one opposes. That gives the opposing side time to present their case. The time allowed should be limited and the 60 vote threshold to pass the proposed legislation is not unreasonable. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading19-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading19-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tEach presidential appointee should be thoroughly vetted by members of congress. I believe the current system is a glorified amount of horse trading. At the end of the day the party in control of the senate usually, but not always, approves the appointment. You can expect unending debate about the \"fairness\" of this process. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading20-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse20-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you are not a current senator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading20-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse20-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tAppropriations - I am good at real math and not congress math.<br/>\n<p>Budget - We don't seem to have a real one anymore. My financial services background would really help here.<br/>\n</p>\nAging - I have worked with older Americans all my life in one way or another. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading21-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse21-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you are a current senator, why did you join your current committees?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading21-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse21-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tNA\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading22-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse22-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-104624-2021-12-15\" 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 senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading22-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse22-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tNone come to mind - Sorry, just being honest. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading23-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse23-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-104624-2021-12-15\" 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=\"heading23-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse23-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tQ -What do you call a wish sandwich? <br/><br/>\r\nA- Two pieces of bread and you \"wish\" you had something to put in it.<br/><br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading24-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse24-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tHow would you evaluate a judicial nominee?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading24-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse24-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe quality of the decisions they have made in the past. Do they have the temperament to sit in the seat? \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading25-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse25-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat kind of relationships would you build with other senators?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading25-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse25-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am interested in getting things done for America and the State of Idaho. I am not interested in hanging out in some good old boys elite club or bending the proverbial political knee to the desires of others. I am easy to get along with but am steadfast in my convictions. I have never been afraid to take an unpopular position or to do what I believe is the right thing. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-104624-2021-12-15\" id=\"heading26-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse26-104624-2021-12-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-104624-2021-12-15\" 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=\"heading26-104624-2021-12-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse26-104624-2021-12-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tCompromise is sometimes needed to get things done. Having said that, one of the biggest mistakes a leader can make is making decisions that satisfy popular opinion - but that are still wrong. Our leaders are not willing to make tough decisions anymore. The thinking and behavior in Washington, D.C. has become too short term. \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": "Cleveland’s campaign website stated the following:\n“ 2nd Amendment Scott is a powerful defender of the 2nd Amendment. It guarantees law-abiding Americans the Right to Keep and Bear Arms.Gun Control does not work and more laws only place limits on that freedom. Federal gun control legislation like the Gun Control Act of 1968and the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act (1993) created nationwide requirements that make it more difficult to obtain a firearm. These laws have been in place for decades, and by now, the evidence is crystal clear. Gun control doesn’t work. Water and Power Idaho has been blessed with low-cost hydroelectric power from a series of storage and diversion dams up and down the Snake River. Scott will defend Idaho water to the last drop. He will never agree to breach the four lower Snake River dams. In fact, expanding storage on existing dams and adding new dams in locations that have already been studied extensively. Economy and Inflation Everyone in Idaho knows we have a problem with our economy: inflation, higher interest rates, groceries cost too much, gas and other energy costs are through the roof. Congress and specifically the House has the power of the purse. We don’t have a revenue problem. We have a spending problem. Reckless federal spending is choking out the middle class. And that’s why the fed raised interest rates to the highest level in decades and it is destroying middle class and low-income families in Idaho. The solution is simple. Cut spending and cut taxes. Stop spending money we don’t have. Eliminate unneeded and unnecessary agencies in the swamp: U.S. Department of Education is one of the best examples of billions of dollars of waste every year. Other agencies that could be eliminated or cut in half: Department of Labor, Department of Housing and Urban Development, Department of Energy, Department of Transportation, and many more. Cuts are needed to reduce bloated or redundant bureaucratic agencies, departments, commissions, and divisions. Border Security Idaho and the nation are being overrun by illegal aliens. Most Idahoans believe our nation is being invaded and the effects are being felt throughout Idaho, and the 2nd Congressional District. President Trump was right. When I’m back in Congress I will support President Trump’s efforts to reclose and reclaim the border. (Click for President Trump’s plan for border security) President Donald J. Trump created the most secure border in U.S. history. He ended catch-and-release, took down human traffickers, deported record numbers of illegal alien gang members, and built 450 miles of powerful new wall. Joe Biden turned our country into one giant sanctuary for dangerous criminal aliens when he suspended all immigration enforcement in the middle of a global pandemic and reversed landmark agreements that safely returned asylum-seekers to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. The onslaught of illegal aliens invading our wide-open borders threatens public safety, drains the treasury, undermines U.S. workers, and burdens schools and hospitals. President Trump will shut down Biden’s border disaster. He will again end catch-and-release, restore Remain in Mexico, and eliminate asylum fraud. In cooperative states, President Trump will deputize the National Guard and local law enforcement to assist with rapidly removing illegal alien gang members and criminals. [3] ” —Cleveland's campaign website (2024) [4]\n\n\nScott Cleveland completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cleveland's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. Scott \"Oh\" Cleveland - Independent Conservative Candidate. I am conservative and an America First, based patriot. I'm a Christian, husband of 33 years, and successful business owner in Eagle, Idaho. I'm 60 years old and in excellent health. Most of my work history is in the financial services industry including 23 years with a fortune 100 firm. Active in my community, I have served on several boards and acted as Treasurer in a few of them. I am the founder of TVCOP - Treasure Valley Council of Patriots. I have been active in politics for many years but have never run for public office - until now. My belief is this - America is still great, but headed in the wrong direction. The career politicians in Washington, D.C. no longer serve the best interests of every day average Americans. Congress and the President are beholden to lobbyists and special interest groups. I support term limits and have no desire to make a career out of my time in the US Senate. \nI am running as an independent because the RINO led party bosses will never support any challenger to the incumbent. My opponent has been in office for over 30 years and needs to retire. I am competent, willing, and able to serve the citizens of Idaho to the best of my ability, Thank you for your consideration - Scott Oh Cleveland 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? America is still great but off track. Our founding fathers did not include term limits when ratifying the United States Constitution. I plan to submit a bill to limit members of congress to two terms. Stop reckless spending. Our nation is nearly 30 trillion dollars in debt. We must get back to fiscally sound policy before it is too late. Our rights come from God not government. Our leaders are failing to follow the United States Constitution on a daily basis. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Personal liberty and freedom to live life as one sees fit, as long as my behaviors do not infringe on the human rights of my fellow citizens. I am not anti government but do believe in limited government. Our rights to free speech and the right to bear arms are critical to the ongoing success of America. These rights are under attack by those wishing to \"transform\" traditional America. Our nation is under attack at the southern border and our current President is fully condoning this violation of both his oath of office and the United States Constitution. I oppose the government and corporate overreach regarding the Covid 19 virus. I believe in protecting the unborn. I am a strong supporter of the men and women that serve our country in the military and law enforcement. I am a believer in free enterprise and market based policy. I love America and will do everything in my power to protect and serve. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? I look up to my father, Thomas Cleveland. He instilled in me all the qualities of being both a good American and a good human being. He is also my favorite veteran. - Love you Pops! Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? Study the founding of the worlds greatest nation conceived under God. Read the Declaration of Independence and the amendments to the Constitution. Freedom and Liberty are some of God's greatest gifts. They must be protected. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? 1. Follow the Constitution of these United States and your oath of office. 2. Gather the facts before making a decision. 3. Respect the difference of opinion inherent in policy and lawmaking. 4. Do not create a solution in search of a problem. 5. Printing more money is just plain stupid and must be stopped. What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? Honesty and integrity. I am a high energy person and a faithful husband. I am generous and empathetic toward my fellow man/woman. I also have a strong faith in God. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? Serve the people - not special interest groups. It is that simple. Listen to and respond to your constituents always and promptly. What legacy would you like to leave? My legacy would be to help turn around America and return it to the type of place that we can be proud of for future generations to come. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? Apollo 11 moon landing in July, 1969. I was eight years old and, as you can imagine really into all things space related. Yes - my brother and I had our own space suits and helmets just in case NASA needed any help. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? My first \"real\" job was working at the New Mexico state fair in the concessions/food services business. I would ride the bus from school to get to work. My brothers and I would deliver food from the kitchen to each station at the horse races. Then we would move to the nightly rodeo and make popcorn and sell cokes in the stands until the rodeo ended. I would then ride home with my father and brothers. It was a lot of fun and hard work each year. I also worked part time all through high school at a great Mexican food restaurant and an old school dinner theater. I have never been unemployed. What is your favorite book? Why? The Bible. It's all in there :) If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? Don Quixote, I like a good adventure! What was the last song that got stuck in your head? Born Free - Kid Rock What is something that has been a struggle in your life? Patience, I like to move at a rapid pace. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? NOT GLOBAL Warming or \"Climate Change\". I also don't believe such nonsense that domestic terrorism by American citizens is our greatest threat. Instead our greatest threat has been the spread of communism and socialism. Nations hostile to America include China, Russia, and the nation of Iran. These three nations are not the only threats to peace and prosperity. What are your thoughts on term limits? I fully support an amendment to the United States Constitution that would require term limits for all members of congress. I plan to personally sponsor this bill when elected. My proposed limits would be as follows: 1. Each United States Senator would serve no more than two full six year terms per lifetime. In addition, I would also support an upper age limit to hold this office. We have a minimum age requirement already. 2. Each United States House member would serve no more than three, four year terms per lifetime. The current two year term cycles are too short and should be extended. What qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution? The United States Senate is the upper chamber of the legislative branch of government. As such, it has a vital role in shaping the lives of everyday Americans. My belief is that this body should first and foremost serve the best interests of all Americans, not just the political party they represent or other interests. I also believe that a senator can serve the citizens of the state of Idaho well while not at the expense of others. Unfortunately, in my experience, the elected leaders in Washington, D.C. care very little about addressing the legitimate concerns of their constituents. An example of this is the highly questionable results of the 2020 election. Leaders in both major parties were all too quick to certify what was clearly an irregular election cycle. Do you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics? Good government is nothing more than good leadership and good decision making. Based on current events and the overall state of the nation, I would say previous experience in government may actually be detrimental. Our leaders vote on bills that are thousands of pages long without having read them. What do you think of the filibuster? I have no issues with the concept of filibustering legislation that one opposes. That gives the opposing side time to present their case. The time allowed should be limited and the 60 vote threshold to pass the proposed legislation is not unreasonable. What criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees? Each presidential appointee should be thoroughly vetted by members of congress. I believe the current system is a glorified amount of horse trading. At the end of the day the party in control of the senate usually, but not always, approves the appointment. You can expect unending debate about the \"fairness\" of this process. If you are not a current senator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of? Appropriations - I am good at real math and not congress math. Budget - We don't seem to have a real one anymore. My financial services background would really help here. Aging - I have worked with older Americans all my life in one way or another. If you are a current senator, why did you join your current committees? NA Is there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? None come to mind - Sorry, just being honest. Tell us your favorite joke. Q -What do you call a wish sandwich? A- Two pieces of bread and you \"wish\" you had something to put in it. How would you evaluate a judicial nominee? The quality of the decisions they have made in the past. Do they have the temperament to sit in the seat? What kind of relationships would you build with other senators? I am interested in getting things done for America and the State of Idaho. I am not interested in hanging out in some good old boys elite club or bending the proverbial political knee to the desires of others. I am easy to get along with but am steadfast in my convictions. I have never been afraid to take an unpopular position or to do what I believe is the right thing. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Compromise is sometimes needed to get things done. Having said that, one of the biggest mistakes a leader can make is making decisions that satisfy popular opinion - but that are still wrong. Our leaders are not willing to make tough decisions anymore. The thinking and behavior in Washington, D.C. has become too short term.\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>Cleveland’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>Crapo's Reckless Spending</b>\n</p><p>On August 10th, 2021 Idaho's United States senator Mike Crapo joined Chuck Schumer, Nancy Pelosi, and the Democrat parties ongoing reckless spending spree by voting to approve a massive $1,250,000,000,000 (trillion) dollar spending bill. This pork barrel project is just another example of the poor decisions being made in Washington D.C. In fact, only 11% of this mislabeled package is actually going to anything “infrastructure” related.\n</p><p>Senator Crapo has tried to pass off this Democrat friendly vote as “good for Idaho.\" Our state will receive a couple of billion dollars over time, but at what cost? How much of this pork actually benefits Idaho? The two billion dollars that Idaho eventually receives sounds like a lot of money but let's look at the true cost. $2,000,000,000 billion dollars divided by $1,250,000,000,000 trillion equals 0.16% of the total. Put another way, 99.84% is being thrown into projects elsewhere. Is this really a good vote for Idaho? This fiscal levitation from Washington will never end unless we vote for new financially responsible leaders.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p><b>Covid 19</b>\n</p><p>The Covid-19 virus has had a devastating impact on the entire population of Earth. The U.S. funded, Chinese produced, bio-weapon is unlike anything the world has ever known. The virus has cost millions of lives and untold economic damage across the globe. There are many unanswered questions about the origins of the pandemic and the subsequent response of governments and the medical community. The entire response has been a patchwork of questionable science, bizarre protocols and sadly, the loss of both basic human rights and personal liberty. A safe medical solution may sound reasonable but it should not be at the expense of using one's own best judgment and sense of reasoning.\n</p><p>Government quarantines, mask mandates, gathering restrictions and unproven medical injections have been forced upon people against their will and human rights. It is both immoral and illegal to force Americans to lose their jobs over the personal medical decision not to be vaccinated. The proposed “vaccine passport” concept is nothing short of 21st century medical segregation and must never be allowed in America.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p><b>Election Integrity</b>\n</p><p>Many Americans believe the 2020 election was rigged in favor of the democrats. Voter fraud is a very real issue. Liberty depends on free and fair elections whether it’s a race for a local mayor or the president of the United States. Americans must be able to trust the process or our system will break down.\n</p><p><b>Examples of voter fraud</b>\n</p>\n<ul><li>Absentee ballot fraud/ballot harvesting: Allows 3rd parties to collect and deliver ballots in some States</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Double voting/ballot stuffing: One individual cast more than one ballot in the same election</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Dead voters: The name of a deceased person remains on a state's official list of registered voters and a living person fraudulently cast a ballot in that name</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Felon voter fraud: The casting of a ballot by a convicted felon who is not eligible to vote as a result of being a felon</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Voter suppression: A variety of tactics aimed at lowering or suppressing the number of voters who might otherwise vote in a particular election</li></ul>\n<p><br/>\n</p><p><b>How do we fix the problem of voter fraud?</b>\n</p>\n<ul><li>Require valid identification in all states</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Voter rolls registration cross checks</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Compare rolls to government records</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Extremely limited use of absentee balloting</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Complete elimination of drop box voting</li></ul>\n<ul><li>No late vote shall be counted</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Voting machines must be controlled by local election officials before during and after every election cycle</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Random, full forensic audits of no less than 10% of votes by county</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Secure voter verification system: The ability to check that your vote was counted correctly for the candidate you selected</li></ul>\n<ul><li>Protect the future of the Republic: Develop a decertification process at the state level</li></ul>\n<p><br/>\nThese measures will help secure future elections and reduce the amount of voter fraud in America.\n</p><p><br/>\n</p><p><br/>\n<b>Border Security &amp; Immigration Policy</b>\n</p><p><b>The current state of our southern border is a complete travesty.</b>\n</p><p>Immigration is one of the fundamental building blocks that has helped make America a unique nation. But the debate over border security and immigration has become toxic as politicians put politics before principle. Unfortunately, Americans find themselves trapped between zealots on both sides. For over two centuries the United States has welcomed millions of people from every corner of the globe. Today we admit over one million people each year into our country, more than any other country in the world.\n</p><p>American sovereignty respects a rule of law that is beneficial to all Americans, but we cannot compromise our national security and public safety. A chaotic immigration system encourages people to go around the law. It is a clear invitation to those who wish to take advantage of our open borders especially in a time of terrorist threat.\n</p><p>America must preserve patriotic assimilation. Failure to enforce immigration laws is unfair to those who obey the laws and follow the rules to enter our country legally. Those entering our country illegally should not be rewarded with legal status which only encourages further illegal conduct.\n</p><p>Based on these principles, immigration reform should include transitioning to a merit-based system that no longer includes chain migration, birthright citizenship, and an arbitrary Visa lottery per country. Any form of amnesty for those in the United States illegally should not be rewarded.\n</p><p>Lastly, people in our country illegally should not receive public assistance such as food stamps, housing payments, and other entitlements.<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-quotedisclaimer_3-1\"><a href=\"#cite_note-quotedisclaimer-3\">[3]</a></sup>\n</p>\n</td>\n<td style=\"border: none; color: #B2B7F2; font-size: 35px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-weight: bold; text-align: right; padding: 10px 1px;\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"20\">”\n</td></tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"cquotecite\" colspan=\"3\" style=\"border: none; padding-right: 4%\"><cite style=\"font-style: normal;font-size: smaller; float: right;\">—Scott Cleveland’s campaign website (2022)<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-5\"><a href=\"#cite_note-5\">[5]</a></sup></cite>\n</td></tr></tbody></table>\n</div>", "answer_text": "Cleveland’s campaign website stated the following:\n“ Crapo's Reckless Spending On August 10th, 2021 Idaho's United States senator Mike Crapo joined Chuck Schumer, Nancy Pelosi, and the Democrat parties ongoing reckless spending spree by voting to approve a massive $1,250,000,000,000 (trillion) dollar spending bill. This pork barrel project is just another example of the poor decisions being made in Washington D.C. In fact, only 11% of this mislabeled package is actually going to anything “infrastructure” related. Senator Crapo has tried to pass off this Democrat friendly vote as “good for Idaho.\" Our state will receive a couple of billion dollars over time, but at what cost? How much of this pork actually benefits Idaho? The two billion dollars that Idaho eventually receives sounds like a lot of money but let's look at the true cost. $2,000,000,000 billion dollars divided by $1,250,000,000,000 trillion equals 0.16% of the total. Put another way, 99.84% is being thrown into projects elsewhere. Is this really a good vote for Idaho? This fiscal levitation from Washington will never end unless we vote for new financially responsible leaders. Covid 19 The Covid-19 virus has had a devastating impact on the entire population of Earth. The U.S. funded, Chinese produced, bio-weapon is unlike anything the world has ever known. The virus has cost millions of lives and untold economic damage across the globe. There are many unanswered questions about the origins of the pandemic and the subsequent response of governments and the medical community. The entire response has been a patchwork of questionable science, bizarre protocols and sadly, the loss of both basic human rights and personal liberty. A safe medical solution may sound reasonable but it should not be at the expense of using one's own best judgment and sense of reasoning. Government quarantines, mask mandates, gathering restrictions and unproven medical injections have been forced upon people against their will and human rights. It is both immoral and illegal to force Americans to lose their jobs over the personal medical decision not to be vaccinated. The proposed “vaccine passport” concept is nothing short of 21st century medical segregation and must never be allowed in America. Election Integrity Many Americans believe the 2020 election was rigged in favor of the democrats. Voter fraud is a very real issue. Liberty depends on free and fair elections whether it’s a race for a local mayor or the president of the United States. Americans must be able to trust the process or our system will break down. Examples of voter fraud Absentee ballot fraud/ballot harvesting: Allows 3rd parties to collect and deliver ballots in some States Double voting/ballot stuffing: One individual cast more than one ballot in the same election Dead voters: The name of a deceased person remains on a state's official list of registered voters and a living person fraudulently cast a ballot in that name Felon voter fraud: The casting of a ballot by a convicted felon who is not eligible to vote as a result of being a felon Voter suppression: A variety of tactics aimed at lowering or suppressing the number of voters who might otherwise vote in a particular election How do we fix the problem of voter fraud? Require valid identification in all states Voter rolls registration cross checks Compare rolls to government records Extremely limited use of absentee balloting Complete elimination of drop box voting No late vote shall be counted Voting machines must be controlled by local election officials before during and after every election cycle Random, full forensic audits of no less than 10% of votes by county Secure voter verification system: The ability to check that your vote was counted correctly for the candidate you selected Protect the future of the Republic: Develop a decertification process at the state level These measures will help secure future elections and reduce the amount of voter fraud in America. Border Security & Immigration Policy The current state of our southern border is a complete travesty. Immigration is one of the fundamental building blocks that has helped make America a unique nation. But the debate over border security and immigration has become toxic as politicians put politics before principle. Unfortunately, Americans find themselves trapped between zealots on both sides. For over two centuries the United States has welcomed millions of people from every corner of the globe. Today we admit over one million people each year into our country, more than any other country in the world. American sovereignty respects a rule of law that is beneficial to all Americans, but we cannot compromise our national security and public safety. A chaotic immigration system encourages people to go around the law. It is a clear invitation to those who wish to take advantage of our open borders especially in a time of terrorist threat. America must preserve patriotic assimilation. Failure to enforce immigration laws is unfair to those who obey the laws and follow the rules to enter our country legally. Those entering our country illegally should not be rewarded with legal status which only encourages further illegal conduct. Based on these principles, immigration reform should include transitioning to a merit-based system that no longer includes chain migration, birthright citizenship, and an arbitrary Visa lottery per country. Any form of amnesty for those in the United States illegally should not be rewarded. Lastly, people in our country illegally should not receive public assistance such as food stamps, housing payments, and other entitlements. [3] ” —Scott Cleveland’s campaign website (2022) [5]"}]