Christopher Monday

Christopher Monday was born in South Carolina. He earned a high school diploma from Cookeville High School.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I was born in Charleston SC, on the Naval base. I have Cerebral Palsy (CP) but that didn’t stop me from graduating high school with honors. I know how to work hard and will always work to defend liberty for all, especially for those who are often overlooked by the rest.

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?

Defending individual liberties by actually taking the oath of office seriously, which is defend the Constitution and represent the people of my district instead of myself or lobbyists.Work to reduce spending in the current areas while making sure that it doesn’t harm fellow Americans. That means reducing foreign aid and cut unnecessary spending on bogus projects that has no impact on American citizens. For example building bridges and gas stations in remote areas of foreign countries just for the projects to be abandoned.Work on immigration, the current system is broken. I want a system that would encourage immigrants to come here legally. The reason many come here illegally is because it’s actually easier to cross illegally than it is to obtain legal citizenship. I don’t have the perfect solution but it shouldn’t be as difficult to become a citizen of the United States.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I have essentially addressed the policies I am most concerned about in my three key points above. Fiscal responsibility, foreign aid and immigration. I don’t consider following the Constitution and defending liberty policy but rather common sense.

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

I would recommend the min series Sons of Liberty and reading George Washington’s farewell address along with the Federalist Papers.

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

The most important characteristic for an elected official to have is, honesty…I know that probably sounds like a fantasy for an elected official to be honest but it’s important for the people to trust the person they elect to represent them. Second is, the official should care about the people he/she represents.

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

I am extremely determined and persistent, I am also a people person. All qualities I believe are necessary to adequately serve the people.

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

The core responsibilities of an elected official are to represent the people of her/his district while upholding the oath of office.

What legacy would you like to leave?

This is not about my legacy, I simply want to ensure that the next generation will have the same liberties as past generations.

What is your favorite book? Why?

I have a few favorite books, the first book is the greatest book ever written it has everything from love stories to betrayal. It’s the Bible.

The other books that I enjoy are Fahrenheit 451 and The Giver, I see both as good cautionary tales if only we heed the warnings.

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

I would want to be Optimus Prime from the 1980’s cartoon, because he was wise, compassionate, humble and a great leader because he listened to others.

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

I wouldn’t call this a struggle but more of an obstacle, I have to find ways to have others look beyond my disability and see that “the chair” doesn’t define my capabilities mentally.

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

No.

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

Yes, because that’s how it is written in the Constitution.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I believe like several of the Founding Fathers, it should be left up to the people decide when the elected officials should be out of office by casting their vote.

Tell us your favorite joke.

I typically like “dad jokes”, but I have a joke of my own that I love to tell.

I used to want to be a stand up comedian, but I realized I couldn’t…because I can’t stand.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

United for Freedom

What committees interest you?

None

Christopher Monday did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

Protecting religious freedoms

Right to life

Returning to the Constitution[3][4]

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

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

I admire the Founding Fathers because they had the courage to stand up to the British government and say no more, even if it meant losing everything they had.[4]

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else that best describes your political philosophy?

Common Sense by Thomas Paine is my favorite political book; however the Bible is the book which influences me.[4]