Craig Ennis
About Craig Ennis
Craig Ennis (independent) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Virginia's 7th Congressional District. He did not appear on the ballot for the general election on November 5, 2024. Ennis (Republican Party) also ran for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Virginia. He did not appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on June 18, 2024.
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Candidate on the Issues
[{"question": "U.S. House", "answer_html": "<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>", "answer_text": ""}, {"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>Craig Ennis completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Ennis' 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-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading-bio-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-183051-2023-07-08\" 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-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-183051-2023-07-08\" 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 America's foremost counter terrorism expert. As a civilian I spearheaded the ABLEDANGER PROGRAM and was the 9-11 informant. After September 11 2001 I wrote most of America's counter terrorism programs used today.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading-key-message-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-183051-2023-07-08\" 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-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>Not beholding to a Political Party my campaign is For the People nat a Party</li><li>If you want results not political posturing our campaign will champion this.</li><li>The reason I am running is to provide America with solutions to there concerns.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading1-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading1-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-183051-2023-07-08\" 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\tVeteran Homelessness along with a Veteran Administration that serves our veterans after there time of service is done. <br/><br/>\n<p>Immigration is a top priority there needs to be action that secures our borders along with an immigration policy that finally does something about illegal immigration to the United States of America.<br/><br/>\n</p>\nWeaponization of the FBI the Department of Justice and CIA is a threat from a corrupt Federal Government there needs to be some deep investigations into just how corrupt the US Government has become.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading2-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading2-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-183051-2023-07-08\" 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 anyone who defends the defenseless someone who puts country before themselves. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading3-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading3-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-183051-2023-07-08\" 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'd say if I had my life story published I'd recommend that be read to understand my political philosophy \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading4-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading4-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-183051-2023-07-08\" 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\tAmerica First \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading5-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading5-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-183051-2023-07-08\" 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\tIndependent thinker <br/>\n<p>Strategic planner <br/>\n</p>\nAbility to listen to everyone no matter what side of aisle<br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading6-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading6-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tTo serve my constituents before myself\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading7-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading7-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-183051-2023-07-08\" 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 failed hostage Rescue attempt of Operation Eagle Claw I was 5 almost 6\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading8-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading8-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-183051-2023-07-08\" 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 job was cleaning up a cabinet company after hours was 15\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading9-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading9-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-183051-2023-07-08\" 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 Rogue Warrior series, I enjoy the leadership lessons Dick Marcinko wrote about.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading10-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading10-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-183051-2023-07-08\" 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\tJames Bond \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading11-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading11-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-183051-2023-07-08\" 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 get knocked down by Chumbawamba\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading12-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading12-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-183051-2023-07-08\" 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\tBreaking my life's story\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading13-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading13-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-183051-2023-07-08\" 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 to cut funding for agencies and programs\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading14-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading14-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tNo our founding fathers set forth a precedent that everyone who serves in the Legislature serve a couple terms then return to their homes.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading15-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading15-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-183051-2023-07-08\" 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\tLiberalism and the decline in Patriotism \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading16-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading16-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tNo 3 terms \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading17-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading17-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI believe term limits are needed. <br/>\n<p>US HOUSE should have 3 terms <br/>\r\nUS Senate should have 2 terms <br/>\n</p>\nUS President 2 terms \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading18-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading18-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-183051-2023-07-08\" 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\tDavy Crockett\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading19-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tBoth sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading19-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-183051-2023-07-08\" 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 hear the stories about how we all are struggling with inflation and the weaponization of the CIA FBI and DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE and a two tiered justice system \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading20-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse20-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading20-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse20-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes compromise along with communication is very necessary when policy making\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading21-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse21-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading21-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse21-183051-2023-07-08\" 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\tWith decisions of the purse I will reflect my constituents concerns. I will always legislate with my constituents wallets a determining factor on how I vote on bills.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-183051-2023-07-08\" id=\"heading22-183051-2023-07-08\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse22-183051-2023-07-08\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-183051-2023-07-08\" 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=\"heading22-183051-2023-07-08\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse22-183051-2023-07-08\" 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\tInvestigate the government corruption \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\nCraig Ennis completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Ennis' responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. I am America's foremost counter terrorism expert. As a civilian I spearheaded the ABLEDANGER PROGRAM and was the 9-11 informant. After September 11 2001 I wrote most of America's counter terrorism programs used today. 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? Not beholding to a Political Party my campaign is For the People nat a Party If you want results not political posturing our campaign will champion this. The reason I am running is to provide America with solutions to there concerns. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Veteran Homelessness along with a Veteran Administration that serves our veterans after there time of service is done. Immigration is a top priority there needs to be action that secures our borders along with an immigration policy that finally does something about illegal immigration to the United States of America. Weaponization of the FBI the Department of Justice and CIA is a threat from a corrupt Federal Government there needs to be some deep investigations into just how corrupt the US Government has become. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? I look up to anyone who defends the defenseless someone who puts country before themselves. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? I'd say if I had my life story published I'd recommend that be read to understand my political philosophy What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? America First What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? Independent thinker Strategic planner Ability to listen to everyone no matter what side of aisle What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? To serve my constituents before myself What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? The failed hostage Rescue attempt of Operation Eagle Claw I was 5 almost 6 What was your very first job? How long did you have it? My first job was cleaning up a cabinet company after hours was 15 What is your favorite book? Why? The Rogue Warrior series, I enjoy the leadership lessons Dick Marcinko wrote about. If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? James Bond What was the last song that got stuck in your head? I get knocked down by Chumbawamba What is something that has been a struggle in your life? Breaking my life's story What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The power to cut funding for agencies and programs Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? No our founding fathers set forth a precedent that everyone who serves in the Legislature serve a couple terms then return to their homes. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Liberalism and the decline in Patriotism Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? No 3 terms What are your thoughts on term limits? I believe term limits are needed. US HOUSE should have 3 terms US Senate should have 2 terms US President 2 terms Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? Davy Crockett Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful? I hear the stories about how we all are struggling with inflation and the weaponization of the CIA FBI and DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE and a two tiered justice system Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Yes compromise along with communication is very necessary when policy making 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? With decisions of the purse I will reflect my constituents concerns. I will always legislate with my constituents wallets a determining factor on how I vote on bills. How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers? Investigate the government corruption\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": "U.S. Senate", "answer_html": "<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>", "answer_text": ""}, {"question": "Ballotpedia survey responses", "answer_html": "<p>See also: <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a></p>\n<p>Craig Ennis did not complete <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection</a> survey.\n</p>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<p>Craig Ennis did not complete <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection</a> survey.\n</p>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<p>Craig Ennis did not complete <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection</a> survey.\n</p>\n<p>Ennis' campaign website listed the following issues:<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-4\"><a href=\"#cite_note-4\">[4]</a></sup>\n</p>\n<ul><li><b>Amendment to 52-8.4:1</b></li></ul>\n<p>\"I believe an amendment to 52-8.4:1 that establishes the Virginia Gun Show Identification Card (VGIC) is a step. This card will identify individuals that have been checked and cleared by the Virginia State Police to buy and sell firearms at Virginia gun shows and flea markets.\"\n</p>\n<ul><li><b>Conservative Principles</b></li></ul>\n<p>\"Taxing and spending has become a taste that drives the federal government's hand into our lives. No longer can politicians hide behind false principles, making promises while having no intentions of keeping them.\"\n</p>\n<ul><li><b>School Security</b></li></ul>\n<p>\"In Virginia, we have 1.3 millions school children that attend 2,200 schools. If we reappropriate $45 million from nine state agencies, we can offer $18,000 towards putting a School Resource Officer in every school in the Commonwealth.\"\n</p>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\nCraig Ennis did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.\n\nCraig Ennis did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.\n\nCraig Ennis did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.\nEnnis' campaign website listed the following issues: [4]\nAmendment to 52-8.4:1\n\"I believe an amendment to 52-8.4:1 that establishes the Virginia Gun Show Identification Card (VGIC) is a step. This card will identify individuals that have been checked and cleared by the Virginia State Police to buy and sell firearms at Virginia gun shows and flea markets.\"\nConservative Principles\n\"Taxing and spending has become a taste that drives the federal government's hand into our lives. No longer can politicians hide behind false principles, making promises while having no intentions of keeping them.\"\nSchool Security\n\"In Virginia, we have 1.3 millions school children that attend 2,200 schools. If we reappropriate $45 million from nine state agencies, we can offer $18,000 towards putting a School Resource Officer in every school in the Commonwealth.\""}]
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