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Adam Hancock

RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Adam Hancock ran for U.S. House California District 45 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Adam Hancock was born in Richmond, Virginia.[1]

In their own words

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I'm the son of missionaries. I grew up in a country called Burkina Faso, West Africa. I've worked in the Trades the majority of my life. I know struggle. I do not like DC nor do i want to go into politics. But it seems i am needed.

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?

Stop the mandating of masks by employers. This is an abusive policy that is pointless and humiliating. If every customer isn't wearing a mask the staff shouldn't be mandated to.Stop government programs that don't work. If a program only exists to satisfy a politicians hubris we should remove that program..Fight for nationwide legazation of marijuana.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

All in all I want to fight for my constituents and make their lives better. Not guilt them or try to shame them into agreeing with policy that is bad for them. The politicians that have the temerity to tell us, "Who we are", rather than listening to what we want have NO place in American Politics.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Quellcrist Falconer. A great poet and political figure.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

No.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Fixing the division created by the media. They constantly mis frame every story to sow division. Showing Americans that we have more alike the different and that If you just talk to a person you'll find 9 out of 10 they aren't bad at all.

If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Foreign affairs committe would very much interest me. I grew up overseas.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes

What are your thoughts on term limits?

term limits are very important. power corrupts so caution and limits are paramount.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

It is very necessary. BUT that being said you cannot compromise with people who are intellectually dishonest and trying to scam you.

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On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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