Billy Bridges

[{"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>Billy Bridges 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 Bridges' 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-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading-bio-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-300577-2024-10-28\" 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-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 name is Billy Bridges and I am your Write-In Candidate for the U.S. Senate from Maryland. I am a Christian, Military Veteran, Political Scientist, Former Educator, and parent. I have worked behind the scene in politics and government for over 40 years, offering solutions to a host of problems. I am the only candidate in this race with experience and or knowledge in national defense, foreign affairs, intelligence, law enforcement, accounting, information technology and education. Character, Honesty, Integrity, and Solutions, are at the foundation of my campaign. Unlike the millionaires in this race, I accept no donations and self-fund my campaign. I want no sign of corruption linked to the job I need to do. My education includes Certificates of Training in Accounting/Finance and Law Enforcement from the U.S. Air Force; B.A. in Political Science from the HBCU Mississippi Valley State University; M.A. in Pastoral Counseling from Grand Canyon University; Master of Public Administration from Grand Canyon University; M.S. in Leadership and Emergency Management from Grand Canyon University. I was honored to work for the U.S. Department of State. I lived on the island of Okinawa, Japan for over 4 years. As a professional problem-solver, I offer solutions to Immigration; Generational Wealth Investments to Uplift citizens; Health Care Savings Account to Build Wealth; Housing; Abortion Concerns; Law Enforcement and Justice Reform; National Security; Hacking; and other key problems.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading-key-message-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-300577-2024-10-28\" 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-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>I am an independent and free of political party influences. I will caucus with both parties to work with members of Congress to co-sponsor bills to address all of the solutions listed on my campaign website. Bridgesforus means just what it says. I offer Solutions not excuses to solve problems that have lingered for too long, and kicked down the road by establishment politicians and their allies. Please ponder your needs and Write-In Billy Bridges for the U.S. Senate from Maryland. Visit us at www.bridgesforus.org</li><li>I commit to serve only one term, and return to private life. I just want enough time to set the nation on the right track, with a system and mindset of problem-solving. When politicians say fighting, they mean there will be a victor and a loser. This means no resolution and continued divisions. I offer solutions which are acceptable to the nation. As a servant leader, I commit to working full-time for the citizens and not part-time like the party politicians who work a third of the time, fund raise a third of the time, and spend the other third making themselves richer through paid speaking engagements. Please consider these issues, and Write-In Billy Bridges for the U.S. Senate from Maryland. Visit us at www.bridgesforus.org</li><li>My name is Billy Bridges and I believing in Building Bridges and Not Walls between people. I commit to being accessible and to listen. I do not proclaim to know everything, and therefore I am a great listener. My Faith in THE LORD JESUS CHRIST Keeps me humbled and ready to serve others. Please think of your needs and those of your family, loved ones, and friends. Please Write-In Billy Bridges for the U.S. Senate from Maryland. Visit us at www.bridgesforus.org</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading1-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading1-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tEconomy, Health Care, Immigration, Public Safety, Education, National Security, Law Enforcement and Just Reform, Cybersecurity and Hacking, Wealth Building for less than $100 investments, Anti-Semitism, Slave Reparations, Foreign Policy, Military and National Defense, Alternative Energy, Affordable Housing, Rural Development, Urban Revitalization, Smart Gun Control, Government Transparency, Deficit and National Debt Reduction, Taxation, Removal of Federal Income Tax from Active Duty and Retired Military members, Emergency Planning, Terrorism, and Religious Freedoms.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading2-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading2-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 like the story and efforts of Dr. George Washington Carver. He was a man of Christian Faith, who sought solutions to help others. His inventions basically saved the economy of the same South that was cruel to him.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading3-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading3-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 gives the principles that I live by. I do not force anyone to see everything as I do, but understanding my link to The Gospel of JESUS CHRIST gives clear view of me.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading4-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading4-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tHumility, Moral Character, Honesty, Integrity, and Commitment to work full time for the citizens.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading5-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading5-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 humility, love for others, along with my Christian Faith, help me to look beyond what others might see. My Faith also demands the highest moral character, honesty, and integrity.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading6-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading6-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tAs the upper house of Congress, members of the Senate need to be mature in their thinking. They must be able to place country over all else, because they have a important role in confirming presidential nominations for the highest and most sensitive offices. Members of the Senate are intricately involved in international affairs by providing consent to any Treaties. Another unique responsibility, if needed, is to hold trials of Impeachment. These are just responsibilities unique to the Senate, but they also must be involved in the day to day running of government.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading7-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading7-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 only legacy I am concerned with is that I do GOD's Will and represent the principles and values sent forth in Scripture.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading8-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading8-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 remember the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As a child in Mississippi, a couple of months shy of my 7th birthday, I remember the sadness, but on that day I did not know who he was. Days later it was explained to me.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading9-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading9-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 job was a part-time at age 12-13, cleaning in a pharmacy for about 3 hours each day.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading10-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading10-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 is by far my favorite book, because it answers all of my questions and gives me peace, in a world of foolishness.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading11-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading11-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 cannot think of any.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading12-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading12-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tStanding on The Promises of GOD by Candi Staton.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading13-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading13-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tTrying to understand why people act in ways that are hurtful to themselves and others, troubles me.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading14-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading14-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 the greatest challenges to our nation come from unresolved problems within like hatred, violence, divisions, education, poverty or near poverty, lack of affordable housing, health care, and crime. From without, moves from undemocratic and authoritative regimes pose an increasing threat.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading15-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading15-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 have always pushed for term limits for every federal office. I believe another amendment to the U.S. Constitution is needed to bring this about.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading16-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-300577-2024-10-28\" 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. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading16-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tConfirming of Presidential Nominations, Consenting to Treaties, and Conducting Impeachment Trials\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading17-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 senators to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading17-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tYes, this is crucial for senators to have an understanding of Public Administration, Political Science, and National Defense.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading18-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 think of the filibuster?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 filibuster, while bothersome, is a necessary tool in our democracy.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading19-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading19-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading20-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse20-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading20-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse20-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 really do not have a favorite joke.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading21-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse21-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tHow would you evaluate a judicial nominee?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading21-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse21-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 would evaluate judicial nominees on moral character, integrity, honesty, intelligence, isolation from partisan politics, past decisions, experience, and strict interpretation of the U.S. Constitution.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading22-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse22-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat kind of relationships would you build with other senators?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading22-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse22-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tAs a independent, I am open to work with and offer co-sponsoring opportunities to senators from both parties. I do not need the credit, I just want to see the solutions. I will also seek partners in the House to offer bills that are identical to ones introduced in the Senate.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading23-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse23-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading23-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse23-300577-2024-10-28\" 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 do think a level of compromise is necessary, unless it makes the original policy of no effect.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading24-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse24-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-300577-2024-10-28\" 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. Senate use its investigative powers?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading24-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse24-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tInvestigative powers must be legal, in the best interest of citizens of the USA, and free of partisan motives.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading25-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse25-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading25-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse25-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tNA\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading26-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse26-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees to their Cabinet?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading26-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse26-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tWhen confirming appointees, I would consider moral character, honesty, integrity, knowledge or experience in the area of consideration. I do not like pure political appointees.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse27-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading27-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse27-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse27-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading27-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse27-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tArmed Services; Foreign Relations; Finance; Intelligence; Veteran Affairs; Judiciary; Agriculture; Banking, Housing, Urban Affairs; Energy and Natural Resources\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse28-300577-2024-10-28\" id=\"heading28-300577-2024-10-28\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse28-300577-2024-10-28\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse28-300577-2024-10-28\" 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=\"heading28-300577-2024-10-28\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse28-300577-2024-10-28\" 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\tThere must be full transparency, except in the areas of classified national security spending.\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\nBilly Bridges completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bridges' responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. My name is Billy Bridges and I am your Write-In Candidate for the U.S. Senate from Maryland. I am a Christian, Military Veteran, Political Scientist, Former Educator, and parent. I have worked behind the scene in politics and government for over 40 years, offering solutions to a host of problems. I am the only candidate in this race with experience and or knowledge in national defense, foreign affairs, intelligence, law enforcement, accounting, information technology and education. Character, Honesty, Integrity, and Solutions, are at the foundation of my campaign. Unlike the millionaires in this race, I accept no donations and self-fund my campaign. I want no sign of corruption linked to the job I need to do. My education includes Certificates of Training in Accounting/Finance and Law Enforcement from the U.S. Air Force; B.A. in Political Science from the HBCU Mississippi Valley State University; M.A. in Pastoral Counseling from Grand Canyon University; Master of Public Administration from Grand Canyon University; M.S. in Leadership and Emergency Management from Grand Canyon University. I was honored to work for the U.S. Department of State. I lived on the island of Okinawa, Japan for over 4 years. As a professional problem-solver, I offer solutions to Immigration; Generational Wealth Investments to Uplift citizens; Health Care Savings Account to Build Wealth; Housing; Abortion Concerns; Law Enforcement and Justice Reform; National Security; Hacking; and other key problems. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? I am an independent and free of political party influences. I will caucus with both parties to work with members of Congress to co-sponsor bills to address all of the solutions listed on my campaign website. Bridgesforus means just what it says. I offer Solutions not excuses to solve problems that have lingered for too long, and kicked down the road by establishment politicians and their allies. Please ponder your needs and Write-In Billy Bridges for the U.S. Senate from Maryland. Visit us at www.bridgesforus.org I commit to serve only one term, and return to private life. I just want enough time to set the nation on the right track, with a system and mindset of problem-solving. When politicians say fighting, they mean there will be a victor and a loser. This means no resolution and continued divisions. I offer solutions which are acceptable to the nation. As a servant leader, I commit to working full-time for the citizens and not part-time like the party politicians who work a third of the time, fund raise a third of the time, and spend the other third making themselves richer through paid speaking engagements. Please consider these issues, and Write-In Billy Bridges for the U.S. Senate from Maryland. Visit us at www.bridgesforus.org My name is Billy Bridges and I believing in Building Bridges and Not Walls between people. I commit to being accessible and to listen. I do not proclaim to know everything, and therefore I am a great listener. My Faith in THE LORD JESUS CHRIST Keeps me humbled and ready to serve others. Please think of your needs and those of your family, loved ones, and friends. Please Write-In Billy Bridges for the U.S. Senate from Maryland. Visit us at www.bridgesforus.org What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Economy, Health Care, Immigration, Public Safety, Education, National Security, Law Enforcement and Just Reform, Cybersecurity and Hacking, Wealth Building for less than $100 investments, Anti-Semitism, Slave Reparations, Foreign Policy, Military and National Defense, Alternative Energy, Affordable Housing, Rural Development, Urban Revitalization, Smart Gun Control, Government Transparency, Deficit and National Debt Reduction, Taxation, Removal of Federal Income Tax from Active Duty and Retired Military members, Emergency Planning, Terrorism, and Religious Freedoms. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? I like the story and efforts of Dr. George Washington Carver. He was a man of Christian Faith, who sought solutions to help others. His inventions basically saved the economy of the same South that was cruel to him. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? The Bible gives the principles that I live by. I do not force anyone to see everything as I do, but understanding my link to The Gospel of JESUS CHRIST gives clear view of me. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Humility, Moral Character, Honesty, Integrity, and Commitment to work full time for the citizens. What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? My humility, love for others, along with my Christian Faith, help me to look beyond what others might see. My Faith also demands the highest moral character, honesty, and integrity. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? As the upper house of Congress, members of the Senate need to be mature in their thinking. They must be able to place country over all else, because they have a important role in confirming presidential nominations for the highest and most sensitive offices. Members of the Senate are intricately involved in international affairs by providing consent to any Treaties. Another unique responsibility, if needed, is to hold trials of Impeachment. These are just responsibilities unique to the Senate, but they also must be involved in the day to day running of government. What legacy would you like to leave? The only legacy I am concerned with is that I do GOD's Will and represent the principles and values sent forth in Scripture. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? I remember the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As a child in Mississippi, a couple of months shy of my 7th birthday, I remember the sadness, but on that day I did not know who he was. Days later it was explained to me. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? My first job was a part-time at age 12-13, cleaning in a pharmacy for about 3 hours each day. What is your favorite book? Why? The Bible is by far my favorite book, because it answers all of my questions and gives me peace, in a world of foolishness. If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? I cannot think of any. What was the last song that got stuck in your head? Standing on The Promises of GOD by Candi Staton. What is something that has been a struggle in your life? Trying to understand why people act in ways that are hurtful to themselves and others, troubles me. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? I believe the greatest challenges to our nation come from unresolved problems within like hatred, violence, divisions, education, poverty or near poverty, lack of affordable housing, health care, and crime. From without, moves from undemocratic and authoritative regimes pose an increasing threat. What are your thoughts on term limits? I have always pushed for term limits for every federal office. I believe another amendment to the U.S. Constitution is needed to bring this about. What qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution? Confirming of Presidential Nominations, Consenting to Treaties, and Conducting Impeachment Trials Do you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics? Yes, this is crucial for senators to have an understanding of Public Administration, Political Science, and National Defense. What do you think of the filibuster? The filibuster, while bothersome, is a necessary tool in our democracy. Is there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? No Tell us your favorite joke. I really do not have a favorite joke. How would you evaluate a judicial nominee? I would evaluate judicial nominees on moral character, integrity, honesty, intelligence, isolation from partisan politics, past decisions, experience, and strict interpretation of the U.S. Constitution. What kind of relationships would you build with other senators? As a independent, I am open to work with and offer co-sponsoring opportunities to senators from both parties. I do not need the credit, I just want to see the solutions. I will also seek partners in the House to offer bills that are identical to ones introduced in the Senate. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? I do think a level of compromise is necessary, unless it makes the original policy of no effect. How should the U.S. Senate use its investigative powers? Investigative powers must be legal, in the best interest of citizens of the USA, and free of partisan motives. What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? NA What criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees to their Cabinet? When confirming appointees, I would consider moral character, honesty, integrity, knowledge or experience in the area of consideration. I do not like pure political appointees. What committees interest you? Armed Services; Foreign Relations; Finance; Intelligence; Veteran Affairs; Judiciary; Agriculture; Banking, Housing, Urban Affairs; Energy and Natural Resources What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability? There must be full transparency, except in the areas of classified national security spending.\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."}]