Andy Martin

Andy Martin was born in Middletown, Connecticut. He earned both a bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois in 1966 and 1969, respectively. His career experience includes working as a public interest lawyer.[1]

Andy Martin did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2026 Candidate Connection survey.

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Media interviewMartin stated the following in an interview with Citizens Count:Do you support abolishing the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and redistributing its duties?"Against" Do you support a constitutional amendment limiting terms for U.S. representatives and senators?"For" Do you support a constitutional amendment ending automatic birthright citizenship for everyone born on U.S. soil?"For" Do you support a constitutional amendment limiting outside funding of campaigns through PACs?"Against" Should the federal government combat inflation by requiring budget cuts to match any new federal spending?"For" Should the federal government combat inflation by capping price increases by large businesses?"Against" Do you support the recent U.S. military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro?"Against"Should the federal government combat inflation by decreasing tariffs on imports from foreign countries?"Against"  Do you support revising Title IX to limit participation in female sports based on an individual's reproductive biology and genetics at birth?"For" Should the federal government ban some abortions?"State issue under U S Supreme Court decision" Should the U.S. Constitution have a Balanced Budget Amendment?"For" Should the federal government pass a law guaranteeing the right to choose abortion before fetal viability (generally 24 weeks gestation)?"State issue under U S Supreme Court decision" Do you support increasing military aid to Taiwan?"As long as they pay for it" Do you support increasing oil and natural gas leases on publicly owned land and water?"For" Should the federal government reauthorize the Keystone XL pipeline?"For" Should military aid to Israel include a requirement that Israel take certain actions to reduce civilian casualties?"End aid to Israel" Should Congress pass legislation limiting the ability of large institutional investors to purchase multiple single-family homes for use as rental properties?"Against" Do you support the option of mail-in ballots for all voters, not just absentees?"Some mail-in fine; Florida does it well, follow" Should the government legalize marijuana at the federal level?"Against" Should the federal government reform Social Security by requiring means testing?"Protect Social Security, support the Social Security Administration) NO Elon Musk interference)" Should the federal government amend the Affordable Care Act/"Obamacare" by automatically enrolling every citizen in Medicare, replacing most private insurance?"Against" Should the federal government amend the Affordable Care Act/"Obamacare" by allowing citizens to opt into Medicare if they so choose?"Against" Should the U.S. government continue to provide military aid to Ukraine (without putting U.S. soldiers on the ground)?"For" Should the federal government privatize some or all of Social Security?"Protect Social Security, support the Social Security Administration) NO Elon Musk interference)" Should the federal government require voters to provide proof of U.S. citizenship (such as passport or birth certificate) at the time of registration?"For" Should the federal government reform social security by raising the cap on income subject to the Social Security tax?"Protect Social Security, support the Social Security Administration) NO Elon Musk interference)" Should the federal government reform Social Security by raising the retirement age from today's age of 67?"Protect Social Security, support the Social Security Administration) NO Elon Musk interference)" Should the federal government combat inflation by raising taxes to reduce the budget deficit?"Against" Should the federal government withhold funds from cities that refuse to cooperate with ICE detainers?"For" Should the federal government combat inflation by repealing or revising the Jones Act to allow more foreign involvement in shipping between U.S. ports?"For" Do you support reinstating federal consumer tax credits or subsidies for the purchase of electric vehicles?"Against" Should the federal government combat inflation by supporting further Federal Reserve interest rate hikes?"For" Should the federal government tax carbon emissions?"Against" Do you support the United States’ involvement in the war in Iran?"Trump's Folly, an insane operation, AGAINST" — Andy Martin in Citizens Count interview (September 4, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

Andy Martin did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2024 Candidate Connection survey.

Andy Martin did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2022 Candidate Connection survey.

Andy Martin did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

Work to end the partisan bickering and gridlock in the U. S. House[6][7]

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

Fighting endemic corruption in government and politicsCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[7]

[the profile publisher] also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Andy Martin answered the following:

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

Abraham Lincoln[7]

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

To stand up against prevailing orthodoxy[7]

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

I have a long and successful career of fighting for ordinary citizens an fighting against corrupt public officials and institutions.[7]

What legacy would you like to leave?

Not ready for a legacy; still enjoying life.[7]

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

Korean War, 5 years old[7]

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

After school, busboy[7]

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

It was intended to be and remains the institution closest to the people because of the two-year term.[7]

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

You need experience, lots of it. People from the private sector are not used to how vicious politics can be so, yes, some political involvement is essential. We saw it just this year in my own primary.[7]

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

Yes.[7]

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?

I hear them every day.[7]