James Hooper

James Hooper was born in Detroit, Michigan.[1]

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Campaign websiteHooper's campaign website stated the following:LIFELife is the first among all rights— “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness”. I am Pro-Life from conception to natural death.I will be a strong and unwavering voice for LIFE in the U.S. House of Representatives at this most critical time. Traditional families are the most fundamental units of ‘government’. Strong families lead to strong communities and a strong nation. Let’s work together to reduce unwanted pregnancies and focus on valuing families and children. We must lovingly change hearts and minds toward the respect and value of LIFE.2nd AmendmentI value the protection of rights. The 2nd Amendment is non-negotiable. The People are the repository of this Right.I am a strong proponent of the Un-infringeable nature of the Second Amendment. It is the essential bulwark with which all our other rights are guaranteed. The Second Amendment is the necessary prophylactic that prevents unwanted government tyranny.EducationI value access to quality educational opportunities for all children in America. Therefore, I support Parental Rights in Education. Parents and guardians are the first, and, the primary teachers in every child’s life.As stated in MCL 380.10 here in Michigan— “It is the natural, fundamental right of parents and legal guardians to determine and direct the care, teaching, and education of their children.” And, “The public schools of this state serve the needs of the pupils by cooperating with the pupil’s parents and legal guardians to develop the pupil’s intellectual capabilities and vocational skills in a safe and positive environment.” Any federal education policy must secure this right nationally.I will advocate for the swift reduction and rapid elimination of the Federal Department of Education and the return to full state and local control. These dollars are best utilized with local control, not bureaucrats in D.C.HealthcareOur ‘Healthcare’ system has become ‘Sick-care’. I value True Healthcare.More focus and resources should be available for more holistic approaches and preventative medicine, including mental health. This should be done through a free market approach.I support Bodily Sovereignty—No person should be forced to undergo any medical treatment or procedure to travel, to work, or to engage in commerce. No person should be required to carry ‘papers’ or a vaccination passport. Forced medical procedures and vaccine passports are antithetical to liberty and un-American. Abdication of our bodily sovereignty to bureaucrats and tyrants CANNOT be acceptable or expected to end well.Pro-BusinessI value free and fair commerce. Business goes where it is welcome and stays where in is appreciated.Let’s get government out of the way by reducing overburdensome regulations and bureaucracy. We must foster an environment that promotes American jobs for American workers building America products. Let’s return America to authentic prosperity.TaxesTaxes on American families and businesses are obscene. Decades of unchecked government excesses have hurt American families and stifled American potential in innovation and in production in business.I value accountability and fiscal responsibility in taxation policy. We need taxation policy that focuses on keeping MORE of your hard-earned dollars in your pocket and LESS going to waste in Washington D.C.Border/ImmigrationI value National Sovereignty and National Security.Our Borders—A nation that does not have control of its borders has abrogated its sovereignty. It is dangerously unacceptable to have unchecked illegal immigration which disguises drug trafficking, human and child trafficking, and terrorists crossing an abandoned border. This is a National Security issue more important than current wars in Europe.Our Armed Forces—The purpose of our military is to kill the enemy and destroy their capacity to harm us should the need arise. The men & women of our Armed Forces guarantee the American way of life in the global environment filled with despots, terrorists, and enemies of our nation. As such we should never settle for a military less than the world’s best, with the best trained and equipped branches.Our Armed Forces should never serve as a social justice or ‘wokeness’ project.— James Hooper's campaign website (July 28, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

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Campaign website

Hooper’s campaign website stated the following:

LIFE

Life is the first among all rights— “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness”. I am Pro-Life from conception to natural death.

I will be a strong and unwavering voice for LIFE in the U.S. House of Representatives at this most critical time. Traditional families are the most fundamental units of ‘government’. Strong families lead to strong communities and a strong nation. Let’s work together to reduce unwanted pregnancies and focus on valuing families and children. We must lovingly change hearts and minds toward the respect and value of LIFE.

2nd Amendment

I value the protection of rights. The 2nd Amendment is non-negotiable. The People are the repository of this Right.

I am a strong proponent of the Un-infringeable nature of the Second Amendment. It is the essential bulwark with which all our other rights are guaranteed. The Second Amendment is the necessary prophylactic that prevents unwanted government tyranny.

Education

I value access to quality educational opportunities for all children in America. Therefore, I support Parental Rights in Education. Parents and guardians are the first, and, the primary teachers in every child’s life.

As stated in MCL 380.10 here in Michigan— “It is the natural, fundamental right of parents and legal guardians to determine and direct the care, teaching, and education of their children.” And, “The public schools of this state serve the needs of the pupils by cooperating with the pupil’s parents and legal guardians to develop the pupil’s intellectual capabilities and vocational skills in a safe and positive environment.” Any federal education policy must secure this right nationally.

I will advocate for the swift reduction and rapid elimination of the Federal Department of Education and the return to full state and local control. These dollars are best utilized with local control, not bureaucrats in D.C.

Healthcare

Our ‘Healthcare’ system has become ‘Sick-care’. I value True Healthcare.

More focus and resources should be available for more holistic approaches and preventative medicine, including mental health. This should be done through a free market approach.

I support Bodily Sovereignty—No person should be forced to undergo any medical treatment or procedure to travel, to work, or to engage in commerce. No person should be required to carry ‘papers’ or a vaccination passport. Forced medical procedures and vaccine passports are antithetical to liberty and un-American. Abdication of our bodily sovereignty to bureaucrats and tyrants CANNOT be acceptable or expected to end well.

Pro-Business

I value free and fair commerce. Business goes where it is welcome and stays where in is appreciated.

Let’s get government out of the way by reducing overburdensome regulations and bureaucracy. We must foster an environment that promotes American jobs for American workers building America products. Let’s return America to authentic prosperity.

Taxes

Taxes on American families and businesses are obscene. Decades of unchecked government excesses have hurt American families and stifled American potential in innovation and in production in business.

I value accountability and fiscal responsibility in taxation policy. We need taxation policy that focuses on keeping MORE of your hard-earned dollars in your pocket and LESS going to waste in Washington D.C.

Border/Immigration

I value National Sovereignty and National Security.

Our Borders—A nation that does not have control of its borders has abrogated its sovereignty. It is dangerously unacceptable to have unchecked illegal immigration which disguises drug trafficking, human and child trafficking, and terrorists crossing an abandoned border. This is a National Security issue more important than current wars in Europe.

Our Armed Forces—The purpose of our military is to kill the enemy and destroy their capacity to harm us should the need arise. The men & women of our Armed Forces guarantee the American way of life in the global environment filled with despots, terrorists, and enemies of our nation. As such we should never settle for a military less than the world’s best, with the best trained and equipped branches.

Our Armed Forces should never serve as a social justice or ‘wokeness’ project.

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—James Hooper’s campaign website (2024)[3]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a Liberty Minded Conservative Republican.

I am a Blue-Collar Republican who grew up on the Eastside of Detroit.

I worked for many years in Eastern Market starting at night while still in high school. Later I shifted into the building trades where I worked for many years.

I have served overseas in the mission field with Samaritan’s Purse in Liberia, West Africa leading a team of Liberian nationals and international mission teams rebuilding The African Bible College University (ABCU), and then later with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) helping to bring a Franklin Graham Festival to Liberia. Still later I managed a Water Sanitation, Hygiene (WATSAN) program for Samaritan’s Purse in a remote Liberian border area near Cote d'Ivoire. After returning from the mission field, I served as my mother’s primary, then full time caregiver as she battled and eventually passed from Alzheimer’s.

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?

The First Principle & Purpose of Representative Government is to Secure and Protect the Rights of the Governed. Historically our elected representatives, like the current incumbent Rashida Tlaib, have been doing an abysmal job protecting our rights. Since the onset of Covid their failures in this purpose have been increasing at an alarming pace. Our liberties have been under attack. The politicians who aren’t actively attacking our liberties, are failing in preventing these attacks! THIS MUST STOP.We will unbridle American Energy once again. We will unleash American Exceptionalism once again. We will create an environment that fosters positive job growth, and business growth in our district and in America once again.As a Nation, and, as a People, we have both unmatched and yet unrealized potential. There is HOPE & OPPORTUNITY for America & the next generation of Americans of every color, creed, and socio-economic status.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

In the continued reduction and eventual elimination of the Federal Department of Education and the return to full state & local control.

Reducing the tax burden on American families.

American Energy Independence.

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

Declaration of Independence

Constitution of the United States of America

The Bill of Rights

Animal Farm- George Orwell

Fahrenheit 451- Ray Bradbury

To Kill a Mockingbird- Harper Lee

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

Integrity. Compassion. Patriotism-Love of America

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

I really like to help people.

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

Secure the Rights of the Governed

What legacy would you like to leave?

Restore the Republic

Uphold the Constitution

Unleash American Exceptionalism once again...

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

Stock boy at a local pharmacy; age 15.

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

It is the People's House

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

1) We need to have HOPE. Far too many Americans feel hopeless.

2) The National Debt is a Levithan that must be conquered.

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

Yes

What are your thoughts on term limits?

We currently have 'Term Limits'. It's called voting. If your Representatives are not securing your rights--VOTE THEM OUT.

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

Not on Values, but perhaps on Methods