Jaden Skudlarek

Jaden Skudlarek was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut. His career experience includes working as a business owner.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m 28 years old, was born and raised in Bridgeport Connecticut, I own a small business, I’m a senior in college majoring in History (with minors in Political Science and Finance), and I like helping strangers whenever I can.

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 American DreamReduce the National Debt and Budget DeficitHealthcare and Education are Fundamental Human Rights

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Healthcare

Education

Economics

National Security/Military

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

Many people, you’d just have to start a conversation with me and find out.

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

Honesty, integrity, natural leader, strong morals, and the desire to be there for the service not the paycheck.

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

I’ve been a leader since childhood. I fight for the things that I care about. I care about serving and protecting my constituents, not how much the job will pay. I will push for results with or without support.

What legacy would you like to leave?

That I gave all that I could to the betterment of humanity.

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

9/11 and I was 6 years old at the time in first grade. I had visited the towers a year prior with my parents so thats something I still remember vividly even today.

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

My very first job was working for my paternal grandfather as a teenager in high school. He owned a small logistics business and I helped with deliveries and truck maintenance.

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

My childhood living in poverty and persistent issues with anxiety and ADHD symptoms

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

There are many but I’ll list a few. Our nations debt and deficit, political extremism, the rise of competing global superpowers, increased poverty, climate change, and cybersecurity risks.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Term limits are a must. Being a politician is a service to our nation, not a career.

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

Compromise is a necessity