Cyle Cramer

[{"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>Cyle Cramer completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cramer'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-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading-bio-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-360030-2025-08-27\" 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-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-360030-2025-08-27\" 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\tCyle Cramer is a Democratic candidate running for the U.S. House to represent Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District. He is a lifelong problem-solver who brings grit, determination, and practical experience to the challenges facing people across northeastern Minnesota.\r\nCramer’s campaign focuses on real-world solutions on the issues people care about. He emphasizes tough negotiation over partisanship and believes in turning good ideas into action. He is committed to showing up, listening, and getting results that matter.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading-key-message-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-360030-2025-08-27\" 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-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>Cyle's service in Congress will be what it’s meant to be: a voice for the people he represents.</li><li>Cyle believes in strengthening America, promoting opportunity, and that when an individual’s rights are threatened all of our rights are threatened.</li><li>Cyle goal is delivering results and negotiation instead of partisan gridlock.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading1-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-360030-2025-08-27\" 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=\"heading1-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-360030-2025-08-27\" 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\tCyle believes every community deserves investment to keep people there and to rebuild thriving small-town America.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading2-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-360030-2025-08-27\" 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=\"heading2-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-360030-2025-08-27\" 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\tListening to constituents and negotiation over partisanship.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading3-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-360030-2025-08-27\" 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=\"heading3-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-360030-2025-08-27\" 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\tHearing from constituents directly and embracing new approaches to ensure every suggestion and criticism is heard and valued.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading4-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-360030-2025-08-27\" 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=\"heading4-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-360030-2025-08-27\" 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 very first job was a camp counselor at a cub scout camp. I later was a camp counselor for adults and kids with disabilities.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading5-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-360030-2025-08-27\" 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=\"heading5-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe U.S. House of Representatives has short terms (2 years) and many districts that help capture different voices in America.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading6-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-360030-2025-08-27\" 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=\"heading6-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-360030-2025-08-27\" 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\tPrevious experience in government and politics is helpful but not necessary for representatives. The most important traits for representatives is knowledge of effective law and policy making.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading7-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-360030-2025-08-27\" 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\tRebuilding trust in our government and those we disagree with.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading8-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-360030-2025-08-27\" 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=\"heading8-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading9-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-360030-2025-08-27\" 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\tJim Oberstar was the long-time representative for Minnesota's 8th Congressional district. He helped pass important legislation for employee and labor protections that I think are vital to a strong working class.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-360030-2025-08-27\" id=\"heading10-360030-2025-08-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-360030-2025-08-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-360030-2025-08-27\" 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=\"heading10-360030-2025-08-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-360030-2025-08-27\" 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\tNegotiation is central to effective and lasting policy. We live in an extremely partisan system right now where as soon as one party gets in control it does everything it can, simply to get undone when the other party gets in control...just to then get reversed again. It's not a sustainable or efficient way to govern.\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\nCyle Cramer completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cramer's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. Cyle Cramer is a Democratic candidate running for the U.S. House to represent Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District. He is a lifelong problem-solver who brings grit, determination, and practical experience to the challenges facing people across northeastern Minnesota.\r\nCramer’s campaign focuses on real-world solutions on the issues people care about. He emphasizes tough negotiation over partisanship and believes in turning good ideas into action. He is committed to showing up, listening, and getting results that matter. 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? Cyle's service in Congress will be what it’s meant to be: a voice for the people he represents. Cyle believes in strengthening America, promoting opportunity, and that when an individual’s rights are threatened all of our rights are threatened. Cyle goal is delivering results and negotiation instead of partisan gridlock. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Cyle believes every community deserves investment to keep people there and to rebuild thriving small-town America. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Listening to constituents and negotiation over partisanship. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? Hearing from constituents directly and embracing new approaches to ensure every suggestion and criticism is heard and valued. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? My very first job was a camp counselor at a cub scout camp. I later was a camp counselor for adults and kids with disabilities. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The U.S. House of Representatives has short terms (2 years) and many districts that help capture different voices in America. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? Previous experience in government and politics is helpful but not necessary for representatives. The most important traits for representatives is knowledge of effective law and policy making. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Rebuilding trust in our government and those we disagree with. Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? Yes. Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? Jim Oberstar was the long-time representative for Minnesota's 8th Congressional district. He helped pass important legislation for employee and labor protections that I think are vital to a strong working class. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Negotiation is central to effective and lasting policy. We live in an extremely partisan system right now where as soon as one party gets in control it does everything it can, simply to get undone when the other party gets in control...just to then get reversed again. It's not a sustainable or efficient way to govern.\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."}]