List of Liberty-minded Candidates for US Congress (2014)

compromise said:
How did Stockman become a 5 star candidate? He's good, but there's better guys with lower scores, like McClintock.

Jurgs has these guys on his list, neither have sites, does anyone have any info on them and their positions?

- Johnny Tacherra CA-16
- Stewart Cilley CA-5
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Revised. Tacherra and Cilley mentioned as "under review" (ie, until they have functioning websites with their positions properly detailed)
 
Smart3 said:
I won't add Gohmert because he's a fucking idiot and I don't want us to have any association with clowns like him. More importantly, he's guaranteed re-election. He got almost 80% last time right?
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As of 2013, he is better on the issues than most of the incumbents on the list, he also voted against Boehner. He's gone the right way on every major vote on civil liberties and fiscal issues this year (other than the 2nd edition of the Farm Bill, which Massie also voted for). He has a score of 104% on Spoa's most recent scorecard.

Broun and Stockman aren't exactly hip Reason-endorsed libertarians either (they have made their fair share of socially conservative & reactionary rhetoric which you seem not to like) and they both have good ratings on here.

Corey Stapleton is running for Steve Daines's open seat (MT-AL): http://coreystapleton.com/
He supports defunding Obamacare and responded in the comments to a small blog by Tim Baldwin (Chuck's son) about the liberty movement, so that might suggest liberty leanings: http://polymontana.com/i-want-a-real-liberty-movement/
More research and review of this candidate is definitely required before a rating can be given.
 
compromise said:
As of 2013, he is better on the issues than most of the incumbents on the list, he also voted against Boehner. He's gone the right way on every major vote on civil liberties and fiscal issues this year (other than the 2nd edition of the Farm Bill, which Massie also voted for). He has a score of 104% on Spoa's most recent scorecard.

Broun and Stockman aren't exactly hip Reason-endorsed libertarians either (they have made their fair share of socially conservative & reactionary rhetoric which you seem not to like) and they both have good ratings on here.

Corey Stapleton is running for Steve Daines's open seat (MT-AL): http://coreystapleton.com/
He supports defunding Obamacare and responded in the comments to a small blog by Tim Baldwin (Chuck's son) about the liberty movement, so that might suggest liberty leanings: http://polymontana.com/i-want-a-real-liberty-movement/
More research and review of this candidate is definitely required before a rating can be given.
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There's a difference between irrational beliefs, and clinical insanity.

Gohmert, as I said before, is guaranteed re-election. So he definitely doesn't need our help or mention.
 
Take Kent Sorenson off the list please. He resigned from Iowa State Senate and was a corrupt asshole.
 
Is there a reason Erika Harold (R-13) hasn't been added?

The following is from her "issues" page: erikaharold.com/issues
Taxation and Regulation

A flourishing economy requires fiscal policies that create a climate conducive to the expansion of businesses and job opportunities. These policies include: a regulatory framework that does not inhibit innovation or create excessive layers of bureaucracy; a modernized and streamlined tax code that does not increase the tax burden upon individuals and businesses; and a strategic plan containing quantifiable benchmarks to reduce the national debt and indebtedness to foreign entities. In an effort to stem the rise of burdensome regulations, I will support efforts to narrow the scope of the powers delegated to administrative agencies. Additionally, I will support tax reform policies aimed at simplifying the tax code. I also will oppose proposals to increase individual marginal tax rates or capital gains tax rates.

Agriculture

Agriculture is both a leading industry and a cherished way of life in Illinois’ 13th Congressional District. In order to ensure that farmers have the safeguards needed to continue operating their farms in an economically viable manner, I will be a strong proponent of a robust crop insurance program. Additionally, I will oppose the passage and implementation of burdensome regulations that undermine the agricultural industry and unnecessarily increase production costs. Recognizing the increasing global demand for sustainable and renewable energy sources, I also will support biofuels as a tool for addressing those demands.

Constitutional Rights

One of the hallmarks of our democratic system of governance is the respect for individual liberties and the understanding that these enshrined freedoms serve as proper limits on governmental power. Accordingly, I will oppose efforts to abridge the rights enumerated in our Constitution. Drawing upon my experience as a lawyer advising faith-based institutions, I will champion the First Amendment rights to the free exercise of religion and the freedom of association. I also will support the law-abiding citizen’s Second Amendment right to bear arms and will oppose efforts to encroach upon that right.

Human Dignity

The signatories of the Declaration of Independence declared: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Consistent with this ethos of respect for the value of each human being, I am pro-life. Based upon my experiences as a lawyer and a member of Prison Fellowship’s board of directors, I also support policies that affirm human dignity and promote reform within the criminal justice system. Whether it is reevaluating mandatory minimum sentences for certain non-violent offenses or emphasizing reentry programs as part of a proper parole system, I will support criminal justice reform measures that seek to reduce our nation’s recidivism rate and rehabilitate individuals who show potential for such reform. These measures not only are reflective of the conservative principle of ensuring good governmental stewardship of tax dollars but also promote a sense of restorative justice.
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This has got be worth at least two or three stars.

ALSO: Her opponent and current incumbent Rodney Davis voted in favor of the debt ceiling increase last night.
 
pulp8721 said:
Is there a reason Erika Harold (R-13) hasn't been added?

The following is from her "issues" page: erikaharold.com/issues



This has got be worth at least two or three stars.

ALSO: Her opponent and current incumbent Rodney Davis voted in favor of the debt ceiling increase last night.
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The district is too moderate to invest in. IL-13 was won by a liberal Republican by a mere 0.34%. If Harold is actually a liberty candidate, it is not likely she will win this seat.
 
Hopefully State Representative Nate Bell (R-AR) runs for Tom Cotton's vacated congressional seat. I have't looked at his voting record, but he sounds like my type of libertarian.


"Republican State Representative Nate Bell posted on Facebook that Libertarian Gary Johnson and those who voted for him are "enemies of freedom, liberty, and the constitution," because they contributed to President Obama's re-election over Mitt Romney." http://bit.ly/1eLpTdm
 
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MichaelDavis said:
Hopefully State Representative Nate Bell (R-AR) runs for Tom Cotton's vacated congressional seat. I have't looked at his voting record, but he sounds like my type of libertarian.


"Republican State Representative Nate Bell posted on Facebook that Libertarian Gary Johnson and those who voted for him are "enemies of freedom, liberty, and the constitution," because they contributed to President Obama's re-election over Mitt Romney." http://bit.ly/1eLpTdm
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I am not an enemy of freedom, liberty and the constitution. Nate Bell can kiss my ass, and the other million voters for Herr Johnson.
 
Igor Birman CA-7 (4 stars? Former McClintock chief of staff, McClintock's now chairing his campaign, definitely very libertarian, received endorsements from GOA, FreedomWorks & Citizens United, attended the NorCal Liberty Summit, check out this interview in United Liberty where he praises libertarians and disapproves of the War on Terror, district was formerly deep blue but has been redrawn and it's now even, if he wins he could well be the next Amash or Massie):
http://igorbirman.com/

Bruce Poliquin ME-2 (3 stars? Close ally of LePage, opposed to NDAA, probably more electable but less pure than Richardson, FreedomWorks endorsed)

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Credits to Spoa for these:

Mark Walker NC-6 (3 stars? Opposes Patriot Act, not much info on his other positions):
http://walker4nc.com/

Andrew Walter AZ-9 (3 stars? Believes in avoiding intervention, but favors high military spending, for the Amash amendment):
http://andrewwalter2014.com/

Dr. Chad Mathis AL-6 is worth looking at but I don't think he can really be graded yet, maybe have him under review. I don't think he has a site up yet, but it's reported he's a fiscal conservative with liberty leanings, could well be a 2-3 star candidate. He's primarying Spencer Bachus. Got a FreedomWorks endorsement under his belt. Someone should contact the campaign and find out where he stands on civil liberties issues.
https://www.drmathisforcongress.com/

Dean Young AL-1 should be under review too. He's for the Amash amendment and a fiscal conservative, but there really isn't too much about him.
http://deanyoungforcongress.org/

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Credits to Krystof Leziak for these:

Jim Bussler MI-6 (4-5 stars? For sound money & against civil liberties restrictions):
http://jimbusslerforcongress.com/

Chad Koppie IL Senate (4-5 stars? Against drug war and civil liberties restrictions):
http://www.chadkoppieforillinois.com/

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I think both Spoa & jurgs01 should get credit in the OP for outstanding contributions to this thread and to electing liberty candidates. Here are their liberty candidate webpages:
http://candidates4liberty.com/2014-liberty-candidates.html
http://llphsecondrevolution.wordpress.com/2014-election-central/endorsement-gallery-2014/

Also, Rose Izzo is running in DE-1.
 
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compromise said:
Igor Birman CA-7 (4-5 stars? Former McClintock chief of staff, McClintock's now chairing his campaign, definitely very libertarian, received endorsements from GOA, FreedomWorks & Citizens United, attended the NorCal Liberty Summit, check out this interview in United Liberty where he praises libertarians and disapproves of the War on Terror, district was formerly deep blue but has been redrawn and it's now even, if he wins he could well be the next Amash or Massie):
http://igorbirman.com/

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Credits to Spoa for these:

Andrew Walter AZ-9 (3 stars? Believes in avoiding intervention, but favors high military spending, for the Amash amendment):
http://andrewwalter2014.com/
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Birman and Walter are the two I'm most interested in keeping an eye on from this list. Their opponents are both democratic incumbents who represent swing-districts.
 
compromise said:
Igor Birman CA-7 (4 stars? Former McClintock chief of staff, McClintock's now chairing his campaign, definitely very libertarian, received endorsements from GOA, FreedomWorks & Citizens United, attended the NorCal Liberty Summit, check out this interview in United Liberty where he praises libertarians and disapproves of the War on Terror, district was formerly deep blue but has been redrawn and it's now even, if he wins he could well be the next Amash or Massie):
http://igorbirman.com/

Bruce Poliquin ME-2 (3 stars? Close ally of LePage, opposed to NDAA, probably more electable but less pure than Richardson, FreedomWorks endorsed)

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Credits to Spoa for these:

Mark Walker NC-6 (3 stars? Opposes Patriot Act, not much info on his other positions):
http://walker4nc.com/

Andrew Walter AZ-9 (3 stars? Believes in avoiding intervention, but favors high military spending, for the Amash amendment):
http://andrewwalter2014.com/

Dr. Chad Mathis AL-6 is worth looking at but I don't think he can really be graded yet, maybe have him under review. I don't think he has a site up yet, but it's reported he's a fiscal conservative with liberty leanings, could well be a 2-3 star candidate. He's primarying Spencer Bachus. Got a FreedomWorks endorsement under his belt. Someone should contact the campaign and find out where he stands on civil liberties issues.
https://www.drmathisforcongress.com/

Dean Young AL-1 should be under review too. He's for the Amash amendment and a fiscal conservative, but there really isn't too much about him.
http://deanyoungforcongress.org/

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Credits to Krystof Leziak for these:

Jim Bussler MI-6 (4-5 stars? For sound money & against civil liberties restrictions):
http://jimbusslerforcongress.com/

Chad Koppie IL Senate (4-5 stars? Against drug war and civil liberties restrictions):
http://www.chadkoppieforillinois.com/

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I think both Spoa & jurgs01 should get credit in the OP for outstanding contributions to this thread and to electing liberty candidates. Here are their liberty candidate webpages:
http://candidates4liberty.com/2014-liberty-candidates.html
http://llphsecondrevolution.wordpress.com/2014-election-central/endorsement-gallery-2014/

Also, Rose Izzo is running in DE-1.
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I really object to adding more than one candidate in a district, unless there is a liberty candidate and also a board member in the same race.
 
So you object or you don't?

Sometimes it's necessary as you have one high star candidate with a lower chance of winning, and then a lower star candidate with a higher chance of winning, e.g. Addison vs. Cruz for Senate in Texas in 2012.
 
compromise said:
So you object or you don't?

Sometimes it's necessary as you have one high star candidate with a lower chance of winning, and then a lower star candidate with a higher chance of winning, e.g. Addison vs. Cruz for Senate in Texas in 2012.
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I'll consider it.
 
Okay, I am a friend of Tavish Kelly who is running for Congress. I am wondering why you all have him as 4/5 stars. He is more Misian than Massie is. I just want to know how you ranked him in the manner you have. Thanks.
 
compromise said:
I think both Spoa & jurgs01 should get credit in the OP for outstanding contributions to this thread and to electing liberty candidates. Here are their liberty candidate webpages:
http://candidates4liberty.com/2014-liberty-candidates.html
http://llphsecondrevolution.wordpress.com/2014-election-central/endorsement-gallery-2014/
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Shoot, I get at least 1/2 of the crowdsourced info from these forums.

I just hope people can organize behind all of these candidates and make huge gains next year.
 
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