Andy Baan

Andy Baan was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Baan served in the U.S. Navy from 1980 to 2010. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Notre Dame in 1980. He earned a J.D. from the Dickinson School of Law in 1987. He earned a graduate degree from Norfolk State University in 2016. Baan's career experience includes working in computer security, as a prosecutor, and as a business program manager. He has been affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America as an Eagle Scout, with the Military Officers Association of America, with the Symponicity Board of Directors, and 200+ Men.[1][2]

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Campaign websiteBaan's campaign website stated the following:Andy's PlatformSafe Schools for Students - Use modern practices to deter violence and combat threats.Academic Excellence - Stop political indoctrination in classrooms and focus on learning with less "screen time" and more "teaching time"Fiscal Responsibility - Stop increasing the costs of new school buildings and halt collective bargaining that spends more on unions than on children.Support Special Education - I am a parent who knows how to advocate for children who learn differently. I will be a voice for them.— Andy Baan's campaign website (July 8, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a husband and a father, concerned about the future of our country and what kind of country we are leaving to our children. 30 yr Navy veteran, former Commanding Officer selected six times, Iraq War veteran. Most of my time in the Navy was as a reservist, so I've held a number of other valuable positions, including in law enforcement as a former felony prosecutor and program manager for a defense contractor. Foreign policy is important to me, as a result of having been to 39 countries, lived in 6 of those, and worked in 4 of those (Iraq, Korea, Djibouti and Saudi Arabia) and having been assigned to NATO twice in addition to Multi-National Corp-Iraq. I care about the prosperity of Virginians, including those who have not been born. Values matter to me; for example, creating debt that our children will get no benefit from but will have to pay back is generational theft.

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?

Restoring the prosperity of Virginians. Creating jobs that allow everyone to have a role now, and demanding fiscal responsibility for the sake of our children's future.Restoring faith in our country. The United States is a force for good in the world and has been since our founding. We need to protect our institutions, including our system of government described by the Constitution, and particularly what makes us all equal, an election system with integrity that gives us all an equal voice. We also need to restore the credibility of our government and stop politicizing every issue.Education is what gives us all opportunity, and the ability to compete in an increasingly international labor market. We need high standards, and ensure that zip codes don't decide a person's future--school choice will provide both through competition.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Fiscal Responsibility-we must take care of our children's future

Educational excellence: high standards without indoctrination

Economic growth that provides opportunities for all, and an ability to repay our debt

Strong defense based on the foreign threats we face

Foreign policy, recognizing the threats facing our country, and building alliances to counter those threats

Veterans' issues-we must take care of the people who were willing to fight for us

Protection of our God given rights named in the Constitution--of religion, of speech, of the right to bear arms (2A)

Protection of our Natural Rights named in the Declaration of Independence: life (I am pro-life), liberty and the pursuit of happiness

Protection of our country because without borders, we don't have one. I favor high walls and wide gates (legal immigration)

Protection of our Constitutional form of government--we are a republic, and our representatives (who we can vote for or against) need to do their jobs, not push their work onto regulatory bodies (which we can not vote for or against)

Energy independence

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

Bill Armstrong. He was firm in his convictions, but was named the most polite legislator. From an article about him from Newsmax upon his death:

"But Armstrong was unique among high profile conservative politicians in that despite his hard-core economic conservatism and anti-Communist stance, despite his firm commitment to the right-to-life, he was rarely — if ever — attacked by Democratic opponents or anyone on the left.

His gentle manners, booming laugh, and steadfast refusal to say a harsh word about anyone transcended any controversy his philosophical views would otherwise engender.

As veteran GOP political consultant Matt Keelen put it, "Bill Armstrong was a compassionate conservative before it was cool.""

“I’ll remember him as Mr. Integrity,” Brown said. “His example helped a generation understand what true service to others is all about.”

"He made himself clear without making himself offensive. He was friendly, direct, civil, ambitious and kind — a rare combination."

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

Two primary sources: The Declaration of Independence and The Constitution of the United States.

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

Honesty-tell the truth to the people you represent

Integrity-act in a manner consistent with your beliefs. You will serve the people best if you don't lie to them and if your actions are consistent with what you say and believe.

Preparation-know the issues that you will face in committee.

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

Honesty and Integrity

What legacy would you like to leave?

A safer country internationally because of a stronger military and a realistic foreign policy; a fiscally responsible country that paid its bills instead of demanding our children's children pay our bills; and a legacy of love for our country and each other.

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

I remember the Mercury space launches, then President Kennedy being shot. I remember them being significant events in history, but I was too young to understand and appreciate their context.

My interest in foreign affairs began early. When I was in 5th grade, in late 1968 or early 1969, my Dad came home and told us we were moving to Germany. I remember asking about the invasion of Czechoslovakia which had occurred a few months earlier. I remember knowing about it because my question shocked my parents, and their reaction is in my memory.

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

I delivered newspapers for two years starting in 8th grade (I lived in Germany for 6th, 7th and the beginning of 8th grade so I couldn't have started earlier) before I worked in restaurants until I went to college.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible-for reassurance and strength of character and trust in God and the lessons of love we are to give others.

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

Listen to the Music by the Doobie Brothers done by Playing For Change. I love the international contributions!

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

Changing careers-I was a lawyer in Colorado when I was recalled to serve at NATO in Norfolk after 9/11. I met a wonderful woman who is now my wife who wanted to remain in Virginia. With no law license, I had to figure out jobs that would support my family so I've been a defense contractor which is subject to ups and downs, to starting a new career path in cybersecurity so I could be home with my family after missing half of my youngest son's life due to being abroad. I am grateful for the foreign experiences, and grateful for the periods of unemployment that keep me grounded. I've been blessed with being able to create multiple careers.

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

Our American government is a gift from the founders, providing us with a Declaration of Independence that established our core values--life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, and that all of us are created equal. They provided us with a Constitution that was designed to protect those values. The U.S. House of Representatives is the part of the Federal government that is closest to the people. The House is where the voice of the people is supposed to be most directly heard. When the voices of the American people are put forward together, as they should be in the House, the policies that are most desired by the people should be expressed by a majority vote of the members of the House. I think this process is more important than the result of the vote. What makes the House unique is that the members should want to advocate strongly for their constituents, and then rely on the process to provide the right outcome.

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

Economically and militarily competing with China. There is no reason we cannot co-exist. We must stay true to our values of equal treatment under the law. We must be fiscally responsible. We must build a military and alliances that can respond to Chinese threats We must empower the next generations to compete in the world with second-to-none educational opportunities. We must engage in basic research to continue to be the center of innovation in the world.

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

Armed Services

Appropriations

Homeland Security

Foreign Affairs

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

Yes. It is short so campaigning doesn't stop--which is the best reason for members and challengers to remain close to the people to best understand their concerns.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Q: Why do nurses carry red pens?

A: In case they have to draw blood!

Note: Baan submitted the above survey responses to [the profile publisher] on October 10, 2021.

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August 27 submission

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a husband and a father, concerned about the future of our country and what kind of country we are leaving to our children. 30 yr Navy veteran, former Commanding Officer selected six times, Iraq War veteran. Most of my time in the Navy was as a reservist, so I've held a number of other valuable positions, including in law enforcement as a former felony prosecutor and program manager for a defense contractor. Foreign policy is important to me, as a result of having been to 39 countries, lived in 6 of those, and worked in 4 of those (Iraq, Korea, Djibouti and Saudi Arabia) and having been assigned to NATO twice in addition to Multi-National Corp-Iraq. I care about the prosperity of Virginians, including those who have not been born. Values matter to me; for example, creating debt that our children will get no benefit from but will have to pay back is generational theft.

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?

Restoring the prosperity of Virginians. Creating jobs that allow everyone to have a role now, and demanding fiscal responsibility for the sake of our children's future.Restoring faith in our country. The United States is a force for good in the world and has been since our founding. We need to protect our institutions, including our system of government described by the Constitution, and particularly what makes us all equal, an election system with integrity that gives us all an equal voice. We also need to restore the credibility of our government and stop politicizing every issue.Education is what gives us all opportunity, and the ability to compete in an increasingly international labor market. We need high standards, and ensure that zip codes don't decide a person's future--school choice will provide both through competition.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Fiscal Responsibility-we must take care of our children's future

Educational excellence: high standards without indoctrination

Economic growth that provides opportunities for all, and an ability to repay our debt

Strong defense based on the foreign threats we face

Foreign policy, recognizing the threats facing our country, and building alliances to counter those threats

Veterans' issues-we must take care of the people who were willing to fight for us

Protection of our God given rights named in the Constitution--of religion, of speech, of the right to bear arms (2A)

Protection of our Natural Rights named in the Declaration of Independence: life (I am pro-life), liberty and the pursuit of happiness

Protection of our country because without borders, we don't have one. I favor high walls and wide gates (legal immigration)

Protection of our Constitutional form of government--we are a republic, and our representatives (who we can vote for or against) need to do their jobs, not push their work onto regulatory bodies (which we can not vote for or against)

Energy independence

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

Bill Armstrong. He was firm in his convictions, but was named the most polite legislator. From an article about him from Newsmax upon his death:

"But Armstrong was unique among high profile conservative politicians in that despite his hard-core economic conservatism and anti-Communist stance, despite his firm commitment to the right-to-life, he was rarely — if ever — attacked by Democratic opponents or anyone on the left.

His gentle manners, booming laugh, and steadfast refusal to say a harsh word about anyone transcended any controversy his philosophical views would otherwise engender.

As veteran GOP political consultant Matt Keelen put it, "Bill Armstrong was a compassionate conservative before it was cool.""

“I’ll remember him as Mr. Integrity,” Brown said. “His example helped a generation understand what true service to others is all about.”

"He made himself clear without making himself offensive. He was friendly, direct, civil, ambitious and kind — a rare combination."

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

Two primary sources: The Declaration of Independence and The Constitution of the United States.

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

Honesty-tell the truth to the people you represent

Integrity-act in a manner consistent with your beliefs. You will serve the people best if you don't lie to them and if your actions are consistent with what you say and believe.

Preparation-know the issues that you will face in committee.

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

Honesty and Integrity

What legacy would you like to leave?

A safer country internationally because of a stronger military and a realistic foreign policy; a fiscally responsible country that paid its bills instead of demanding our children's children pay our bills; and a legacy of love for our country and each other.

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

I remember the Mercury space launches, then President Kennedy being shot. I remember them being significant events in history, but I was too young to understand and appreciate their context.

My interest in foreign affairs began early. When I was in 5th grade, in late 1968 or early 1969, my Dad came home and told us we were moving to Germany. I remember asking about the invasion of Czechoslovakia which had occurred a few months earlier. I remember knowing about it because my question shocked my parents, and their reaction is in my memory.

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

I delivered newspapers for two years starting in 8th grade (I lived in Germany for 6th, 7th and the beginning of 8th grade so I couldn't have started earlier) before I worked in restaurants until I went to college.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible-for reassurance and strength of character and trust in God and the lessons of love we are to give others.

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

Listen to the Music by the Doobie Brothers done by Playing For Change. I love the international contributions!

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

Changing careers-I was a lawyer in Colorado when I was recalled to serve at NATO in Norfolk after 9/11. I met a wonderful woman who is now my wife who wanted to remain in Virginia. With no law license, I had to figure out jobs that would support my family so I've been a defense contractor which is subject to ups and downs, to starting a new career path in cybersecurity so I could be home with my family after missing half of my youngest son's life due to being abroad. I am grateful for the foreign experiences, and grateful for the periods of unemployment that keep me grounded. I've been blessed with being able to create multiple careers.

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

Our American government is a gift from the founders, providing us with a Declaration of Independence that established our core values--life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, and that all of us are created equal. They provided us with a Constitution that was designed to protect those values. The U.S. House of Representatives is the part of the Federal government that is closest to the people. The House is where the voice of the people is supposed to be most directly heard. When the voices of the American people are put forward together, as they should be in the House, the policies that are most desired by the people should be expressed by a majority vote of the members of the House. I think this process is more important than the result of the vote. What makes the House unique is that the members should want to advocate strongly for their constituents, and then rely on the process to provide the right outcome.

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

Economically and militarily competing with China. There is no reason we cannot co-exist. We must stay true to our values of equal treatment under the law. We must be fiscally responsible. We must build a military and alliances that can respond to Chinese threats We must empower the next generations to compete in the world with second-to-none educational opportunities. We must engage in basic research to continue to be the center of innovation in the world.

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

Armed Services

Appropriations

Homeland Security

Foreign Affairs

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

Yes. It is short so campaigning doesn't stop--which is the best reason for members and challengers to remain close to the people to best understand their concerns.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Q: Why do nurses carry red pens?

A: In case they have to draw blood!

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