Alax Jones

Alax Jones served in the U.S. Navy from 2009 to 2017. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Colorado Technical University in 2014 and a graduate degree from the same university in 2017. Jones’ career experience includes working as an educational administrator. Jones has been affiliated with the following organizations:

Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda (FBLA-PBL)

National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP), former member

American Association of Notaries (AAN), former member[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a husband, father, veteran, former police officer and am currently working in education. Our political parties are destroying America and I am running to return facts, figures, and common sense back to the federal government.

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?

Political parties are corrupt and are destroying our country. I want to return logic, facts, figures, and common sense back to the federal government.The federal government should be reformed back to the original intention of its creation - serving the American people.Elected officials work for you, not the other way around

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Government reform - our politicians entrench themselves and it's the American people who suffer. I am running to return the power to the American people and to get our government back to serving us.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

One of my personal heroes is Marcus Tullius Cicero. Cicero held both the title of "Father of the Nation" and "traitor" in the same year. This was due to his unyielding principles of liberty and respect for the law. Cicero always defended the Republic and even when faced with death, refused to backdown. He was later assassinated for speaking truth to power.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

No, it's quite simple. Remember where you come from and remember who you work for.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Availability - our elected officials work for the people and the people need to be able to reach out and communicate with their representatives when needed. They should not be passed off to a staff member, have to fill out a billion forms, wait for a call back, set an appointment with a meeting date 8 months out, or have their representatives blow them off entirely. If elected, I will hold regular office hours to ensure that people will be able to reach me as their Congressman and no letter, phone call, or request will go unanswered.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Service - I have always made it my life's mission to be of service and in service to others. Elected officials must have this quality in order to be effective leaders and representatives. Unfortunately, when faced with a decision that may negatively impact them but benefit their constituents - history shows us which route our politicians take. If elected to Congress, my constituents will know that I have their best interest at heart and will vote accordingly - even if it's detrimental to my own.

Communication is another. How can someone represent you if they never meet you, talk to you, or write to you? Elected officials work for the people and they need to be accessible. If elected, I would hold routine office hours both in the district (hard to represent when you are never there) and in Washington. It's not my job to assume what your interests are. It's my job to communicate with you to make darn sure I know what they are - especially when voting on legislation.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

It's simple - serve the people and put their interests first. It seems logical but once a person gets elected to office, they immediately forget who they work for. Political parties are run by other corrupt politicians and the only thing they care about is staying in power. We are the ones who suffer in that situation. If I am elected, I am not beholden to party bosses, corporate lobbyists, or outside interests.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to leave a legacy of service and dedication. I would like people to know that their elected officials are listening, communicating and working for them.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The first major historical event that I remember was the death of Princess Diana. I was about to be 7 years old when she passed away. I remember the tremendous grief that was caused by the event. She loved serving the people and went out of her way to return the love and affection that was showed to her by the people.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I was a tutor and mentor for a local kid when I was 16. His parents divorced and he didn't have many social connections or friends. His father paid me to tutor him academically but we became fast friends. I was able to take him to museums, zoos, galleries, and we went to several local activities. I showed him that you can have fun on your own and he made me a stronger person as well.

What is your favorite book? Why?

My favorite is actually a series of books that are combined into one. Aesop's Fables are my favorite. I enjoy reading them to my children and discussing the parables and Morales that they are teaching. If only our elected officials would go back and read them.

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

Gandalf from the Lord of the Rings. Gandalf always put the interests of others above his own even when it meant his death (sorry for any spoilers). When he came back, even more powerful than before, he still put others ahead of himself. Gandalf was also not afraid to make the tough decisions and to pursue the best course of action, even when it was unpopular. He was the true definition of a servant and a leader.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

"Go Your Own Way" by Fleetwood Mac. I am a huge Fleetwood Mac fan.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

My oldest son Joe was born with special needs. Learning patience and how to communicate with him was a major struggle. Now, he is progressing at an amazing rate and I couldn't be a more proud father.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

It is regarded as the "Peoples House". This is were true representation is supposed to take place, where our elected officials have the pulse of their constituents. Sadly, over the last several decades, that has not been the case.

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

No. None of the founding fathers did. Many of them were farmers, lawyers (under British law), shopkeepers, businessmen etc... Our government was meant to be of the people and for the people. If you have spent a lifetime in politics and your constituency is suffering - then you are the problem and not the problem solver.

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

Government reform - we are in desperate need of government reform. On of the leading causes of the fall of the Roman Empire was that the government became too corrupt and too self-serving. Abraham Lincoln once said that the United States would not be destroyed by some foreign army from a foreign shore; she would be destroyed from within. If history has taught us anything, if we don't reform our own government soon, then we won't have a country to govern.

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

Yes. Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security, Foreign Affairs, and the House Ethics Committee

If you are a current representative, why did you join your current committees?

N/A

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

Yes

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

No

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Not at this time but I look forward to being able to discuss what the future can hold and the items we can accomplish together.

Tell us your favorite joke.

An aircraft carrier spots a light while out at sea and sends an urgent message to the other ship.

Aircraft Carrier: "This is the USS Kitty Hawk. Divert your course by 15 degrees".

Other Ship: " USS Kitty Hawk. No, you divert your course by 15 degrees or there will be a collision".

Kitty Hawk: " This is the USS Kitty Hawk. We are a United States Naval aircraft carrier with over 3,000 sailors and 1,000 marines on board. Either divert your course or you will be rammed."

Other Ship; "Kitty Hawk, we are a lighthouse. Your move."

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

Yes! True compromise is necessary so that the free flow of ideas and solutions can take place. That is how society used to operate. Nowadays, cooperation has become a dirty word. Party politics is to blame. "Oh, I can't work with you, you're a Republican (or a Democrat)". The only ones suffering when compromise fails - is you and me.

We need comprehensive financial reforms in this country. Everyday average Americans have to live within their means, so why doesn't our Federal Government?

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