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Erik Kiehle

LibertarianFirst-time candidate

Property manager

Erik Kiehle is a property manager, running for office for the first time, for Mississippi District 3. Erik Kiehle emphasizes End deficit spending and balance the budget.

From the candidate’s published profile

Background

Erik Kiehle earned a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Riverside in 1994. His career experience includes working as a property manager.[1]

Bachelor's:
University of California, Riverside, 1994

Campaign money

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In their own words

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Both the Democrats and Republicans have held power for generations and life for the average American keeps getting harder.

It's time to break from the Greater Evil - Lesser Evil politics. STOP voting for evil.

I am running so voters have a real alternative. Libertarians are the fiscal conservatives Republicans pretend to be.

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?

End deficit spending and balance the budget. I will vote AGAINST spending bills that add to the federal debt and will push for a Constitutional Amendment to require balanced budgets that if broken will automatically disqualify all current federal officeholders from running for election again.End the foreign wars by ending all spending for the Ukraine and Iran wars.

End all aid to Israel.Mass Deportations and ban all Muslim immigrants.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Mass Deportations and declaring Israel a national security threat.

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

Candidates not the corrupt Democrat or Republican parties.

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

To pass legislation that benefits the United States of America.

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

Baskin Robbins in high school and summer college breaks.

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

Losing my parents

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

Break from Israel.

Mass deportations.

Balance the budget.

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

Some things are non-negotiable like securing our elections.

What was the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember?

Reagan's election.

Campaign website

Kiehle's campaign website stated the following:

America First

I believe in America First. We must ensure the strength and security of our great nation. Together, we can create a nation that reflects our values of equal opportunity, accountability, and justice.

Community Engagement

I am dedicated to engaging with the community, listening to your concerns, and advocating for policies that uplift every Mississippian. Join me in making a difference!

Integrity & Accountability

Integrity is at the heart of my campaign. I promise transparency and accountability to all constituents, ensuring that your trust is well placed in my leadership.

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—Erik Kiehle's campaign website (2026)[3]

On the 2026 ballot

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

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