Isabelle A Harman

[{"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>Isabelle Harman 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 Harman'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-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading-bio-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-361718-2025-11-28\" 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-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tA LIFE OF SERVICE\r\n<p>My over 30 years of service with the Army, first as a soldier and finishing as an Army spouse, have given me\r\nexperiences I would not change. I have met dynamic people, lived in towns from one coast of the lower 48 to the other, and even spent a few years in Italy. This has given me insight into the strength, compassion, determination, and resilience of human beings. It is with this insight and belief in the human spirit that I approach the journey I am on and incorporate\r\nthe values of service, benevolence, respect, determination, adaptability, and partnership.\r\n</p><p>I have kept myself aware of community needs and concerns at the installations where we lived and the communities surrounding the post. I have always known I would eventually enter politics. Our moves and deployments left little room for this endeavor. Today, my determination to serve our citizens is informed by my mother’s example as a determined immigrant in the United States, my Midwest roots, and our service to our country. I recognize the thread that has connected each aspect of my life and how this knowledge has informed our decision to embrace the Pennsylvania\r\ncommunity we call home. \r\n</p>\nThe value of having standards and insisting others rise to our expectations is what I will bring to the Representative’s office for Pennsylvania’s 10th Congressional District.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading-key-message-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-361718-2025-11-28\" 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-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>People first. We will develop a shared vision and solutions to the needs of our community.</li><li>As an Independent, I am responsible to the people of PA-10, not a party.</li><li>Build bridges, fill gaps of unknowns between communities. We must realize, regardless where we live, our needs and wants are either similar, the same, or the answer may come from someone we don't know because they bring a fresh perspective.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading1-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading1-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tOur campaign has three priorities:<br/><br/>\n<p>Agriculture/Farming - We want generational farming to be a viable choice. We want our farmers out of<br/>\r\ndebt. We do not want our farmers to feel the pressure to sell portions of their land.<br/><br/>\r\nEducation - Every student has the right to a fully-funded public education.<br/><br/>\n</p>\nHealthcare - provide affordable fundamental healthcare to our citizens.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading2-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading2-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-361718-2025-11-28\" 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 mother is my hero. She exemplifies a person of superior intellect, perseverance and determination, insists upon high standards, and demonstrates the importance of not letting go of your dreams.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading3-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading3-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tIntegrity. Listening for understanding. Availability. Collaboration. Standing up for your community.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading4-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading4-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tListen to the citizens and put their needs, wants, demands ahead of my own. Bring these needs, concerns, wants, and solutions expressed by the public to Congress and collaborate with colleagues with this as my framework.<br/><br/>\n<p>Have frank, open, and respectful conversations with constituents, colleagues, staff, and others so that, at the end of the day, we come to a reasonable solution; or, agree that it will be necessary to continue the discussion; or, realize that there is no possibility that either(any) person(s) will change their position and move on.<br/><br/>\r\nAccountability to all citizens, residents, and guests in the district. <br/><br/>\r\nOpen door policy. <br/><br/>\r\nLocally available staff at accessible offices in the district.<br/>\r\nCommitment to meet with citizens and residents in person at meetings or one-on-one when in the district. <br/><br/>\r\nBe honest. Tell the public the truth. Tell the public when there is a topic that cannot be discussed. Tell the public when I don't know the answer but reassure them our team will find out and respond.<br/><br/>\r\nEntrepreneurship, innovation, economic development, advancing technology, and ensuring opportunities to participate in these endeavors is essential to ensure a thriving community.<br/><br/>\n</p>\nConversations must be had with community leaders (those who are not elected officials) and elected officials from the local level to the state level of government.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading5-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading5-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tPippi Longstocking is a character I relate to. Nothing is ever quite right but she is quick-witted, strong, and a leader.<br/><br/>\r\nI have read or listened to every book written by Daniel Silva.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading6-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading6-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tPippi Longstocking because she is fearless.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading7-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading7-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-361718-2025-11-28\" 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 is the more consequential of the bicameral Congress. In it is the person who is second in the line of succession to the Presidency. It is the best representation of the population as a whole, though this should be reconsidered so that the number of representatives in the House is increased to reflect today's U.S. population. The House has the power of the purse - all bills regarding spending and taxation begin here.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading8-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading8-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tNo. I believe it is essential for this opportunity to be open to all citizens. I do not believe being a politician should be considered a career. There are other ways to be active in governing. We need to ensure more voices, from across the generations, are able to influence how this country is develops and cares for its citizens, residents, immigrants, and guests.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading9-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading9-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-361718-2025-11-28\" 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 mentioned that I believe in term limits. Having acknowledged that, a 2-year term is not sufficient. It should be longer - possibly 4 years.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading10-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading10-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-361718-2025-11-28\" 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 believe term limits must be institutionalized not only for the Office of the President, but also for both houses of Congress and the Supreme Court. What the term limit should be is up for discussion. If it is successfully passed through Congress and the Executive Branch, the implementation of the term limits must be well-defined to ensure continuity of government.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading11-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading11-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-361718-2025-11-28\" 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 both necessary and desirable. It is what a person compromises that should be examined.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading12-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading12-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tPeople first. Economic growth is essential. The needs of the 10th will be a priority, then those of the state, followed by what is best for the country as a whole.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading13-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-361718-2025-11-28\" 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=\"heading13-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tWith restraint.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading14-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-361718-2025-11-28\" 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 an accomplishment that you are proud of?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading14-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-361718-2025-11-28\" 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 time as a military spouse before and after 9/11. I made the commitment to my family and will never regret my decision to leave active duty.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-361718-2025-11-28\" id=\"heading15-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-361718-2025-11-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-361718-2025-11-28\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading15-361718-2025-11-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-361718-2025-11-28\" 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\tTerm limits. Getting money out of politics. Publicly funded elections. Lowering the threshold and barriers to entry for Independents and Third Party candidates.\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\nIsabelle Harman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Harman's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. A LIFE OF SERVICE My over 30 years of service with the Army, first as a soldier and finishing as an Army spouse, have given me\r\nexperiences I would not change. I have met dynamic people, lived in towns from one coast of the lower 48 to the other, and even spent a few years in Italy. This has given me insight into the strength, compassion, determination, and resilience of human beings. It is with this insight and belief in the human spirit that I approach the journey I am on and incorporate\r\nthe values of service, benevolence, respect, determination, adaptability, and partnership. I have kept myself aware of community needs and concerns at the installations where we lived and the communities surrounding the post. I have always known I would eventually enter politics. Our moves and deployments left little room for this endeavor. Today, my determination to serve our citizens is informed by my mother’s example as a determined immigrant in the United States, my Midwest roots, and our service to our country. I recognize the thread that has connected each aspect of my life and how this knowledge has informed our decision to embrace the Pennsylvania\r\ncommunity we call home. The value of having standards and insisting others rise to our expectations is what I will bring to the Representative’s office for Pennsylvania’s 10th Congressional District. 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? People first. We will develop a shared vision and solutions to the needs of our community. As an Independent, I am responsible to the people of PA-10, not a party. Build bridges, fill gaps of unknowns between communities. We must realize, regardless where we live, our needs and wants are either similar, the same, or the answer may come from someone we don't know because they bring a fresh perspective. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Our campaign has three priorities: Agriculture/Farming - We want generational farming to be a viable choice. We want our farmers out of debt. We do not want our farmers to feel the pressure to sell portions of their land. Education - Every student has the right to a fully-funded public education. Healthcare - provide affordable fundamental healthcare to our citizens. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? My mother is my hero. She exemplifies a person of superior intellect, perseverance and determination, insists upon high standards, and demonstrates the importance of not letting go of your dreams. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Integrity. Listening for understanding. Availability. Collaboration. Standing up for your community. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? Listen to the citizens and put their needs, wants, demands ahead of my own. Bring these needs, concerns, wants, and solutions expressed by the public to Congress and collaborate with colleagues with this as my framework. Have frank, open, and respectful conversations with constituents, colleagues, staff, and others so that, at the end of the day, we come to a reasonable solution; or, agree that it will be necessary to continue the discussion; or, realize that there is no possibility that either(any) person(s) will change their position and move on. Accountability to all citizens, residents, and guests in the district. Open door policy. Locally available staff at accessible offices in the district. Commitment to meet with citizens and residents in person at meetings or one-on-one when in the district. Be honest. Tell the public the truth. Tell the public when there is a topic that cannot be discussed. Tell the public when I don't know the answer but reassure them our team will find out and respond. Entrepreneurship, innovation, economic development, advancing technology, and ensuring opportunities to participate in these endeavors is essential to ensure a thriving community. Conversations must be had with community leaders (those who are not elected officials) and elected officials from the local level to the state level of government. What is your favorite book? Why? Pippi Longstocking is a character I relate to. Nothing is ever quite right but she is quick-witted, strong, and a leader. I have read or listened to every book written by Daniel Silva. If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? Pippi Longstocking because she is fearless. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The House is the more consequential of the bicameral Congress. In it is the person who is second in the line of succession to the Presidency. It is the best representation of the population as a whole, though this should be reconsidered so that the number of representatives in the House is increased to reflect today's U.S. population. The House has the power of the purse - all bills regarding spending and taxation begin here. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? No. I believe it is essential for this opportunity to be open to all citizens. I do not believe being a politician should be considered a career. There are other ways to be active in governing. We need to ensure more voices, from across the generations, are able to influence how this country is develops and cares for its citizens, residents, immigrants, and guests. Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? I mentioned that I believe in term limits. Having acknowledged that, a 2-year term is not sufficient. It should be longer - possibly 4 years. What are your thoughts on term limits? I believe term limits must be institutionalized not only for the Office of the President, but also for both houses of Congress and the Supreme Court. What the term limit should be is up for discussion. If it is successfully passed through Congress and the Executive Branch, the implementation of the term limits must be well-defined to ensure continuity of government. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Compromise is both necessary and desirable. It is what a person compromises that should be examined. 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? People first. Economic growth is essential. The needs of the 10th will be a priority, then those of the state, followed by what is best for the country as a whole. How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers? With restraint. What is an accomplishment that you are proud of? My time as a military spouse before and after 9/11. I made the commitment to my family and will never regret my decision to leave active duty. What legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States? Term limits. Getting money out of politics. Publicly funded elections. Lowering the threshold and barriers to entry for Independents and Third Party candidates.\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. 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