Heman Hill

Heman Hill was born in Goose Prairie, Washington. He attended the College of the Sequoias and the Art Institute of Seattle. His professional experience includes working as an artist, designer, and manufacturer.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am an Independent running for the U.S. Congress - CA, 22nd dist. I have been registered as a democrat since 1989, I am filed as an Independent to remain moderate. I attended the College of the Sequoias: 1987 - 1989 and the Art Institute of Seattle: 1989 - 1991. My family has been in the Fresno, Laton and Hanford area since the 1920's. My Grandfather Lawrence Heman was the president of the republican party in Kings County and president of the chamber of commerce for 10 years in Hanford. In 1995 I started my line of furniture made from old barn wood and reclaimed trees in San Luis Obispo. In 2016 I helped run the Bernie Sanders campaign for California and was part of the delegation to the Philadelphia DNC. We were part of the UpToUs tour across America, having events in 8 cities. The finale event was St Marks church in Ferguson, MO.

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?

HonestHonestHonest

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am primarily interested in the environment and the future for the children. This has to do with stopping the Wall St banks/corporations from controlling both political parties and socially engineering American society. Agriculture is the most important profession there is, there is no food without farmers. Civilization has always developed new methods of farming, we need to innovate in ways that are healthier for the environment.

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

Lincoln, Gandhi, MLK, Jesus, Campbell, Chomsky.

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

All the Presidents Men. Fahrenheit, The UpToUs documentary we made while driving across country to the DNC Philadelphia, with Rosario and Shailene.

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

Honesty, can handle pressure, know when to keep your mouth shut.

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

I tell the truth. I am committed to what I believe but know the art of politics is to compromise.

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

Not to lie to the citizens, always remember who you're working for.

What legacy would you like to leave?

To soon to answer that.

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

Watergate.

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

I started working at the Hill family Chevrolet dealership at age 12, sweeping floors.

What is your favorite book? Why?

I primarily read history books.

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

You are able to meet with the citizens directly, the accessibility the voters have to talk with you.

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

Yes, but not always. It depends on the office level.

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

The climate crisis. Rebuilding the economic infrastructure, from the corporations globalization crimes that has destroyed the working class.

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

Environment, Ag, Education.

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

Not Sure.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

The U.S. Congress should be limited to 5 terms.

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

There are a few politicians on both sides who have made correct decisions, Jimmy Carter would be one.

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?

One would be the father of a man who was shot and killed by the Fresno authorities. He was talking at the Fresno democrats monthly meeting, it was the same thing I heard at St Marks church in Ferguson; young men of color are looked upon as the enemy and the authorities think they are in combat. This is why the entire concept of our laws/judiciary needs to be re-engineered, so that they are not an occupying army keeping the Wall St banks/corporations in power.

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