Jason Riddle

Jason Riddle was born in New Haven, Connecticut. He served in the U.S. Navy from 2006 to 2010. Riddle earned an associate degree from Naugatuck Valley Community College in 2014 and a bachelor's degree from Southern Connecticut State University in 2016. His career experience includes working in shipping.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a recently released January 6th political prisoner with a message of hope. As the Capitol Riot continues to evolve in the media, the presence of an actual witness in politics will offer a voice to a new subjugated class. I believe there is room for compromise between Democrats and Republicans and I will fight to find common grounds for all Americans regardless of race, gender, or creed.

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?

Prison and justice reforms begins with legalization of marijuana.Abortion like it or not, is here to stay.Guns don't kill people, regulations do.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

My incarceration was rejuvenating because I was able to meet so many people directly influenced by President Trump's prison reform. The first Republican President in history to lower our prison population I will continue to fight for social justice. Federally legalized marijuana will take the profits out of drug dealers hands and bolster our economy. It will allow our law enforcement to focus on the fentanyl epidemic that is plaguing our country. Despite my past I am a friend of law enforcement, but cuts will be beneficial and discontinue our decline into a police state. Once in office I will propose legislation to discontinue the TSA. The TSA is a national embarrassment that repeatedly fails safety inspections and can be more suitably run by a private security company. This is the sort of middle ground I will aim for once in office.

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

While incarcerated I read a biography on Frederick Douglass. I am not comparing my 90 day incarceration to slavery but I found his story inspirational, despite constant vitriol from friends and foes, he continued to fight to better the circumstances of his race. He even traveled south later in life to meet his former slave owners. I've learned from Frederick Douglass's dedication and will try to mirror his compassion moving forward in life.

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

Frederick Douglass's biography, especially if you are insulted by my sarcasm. It was his favorite debate tactic.

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

You can't take your processions with you, money should not be the motivating factor in everything you do. Generosity, kindness, and spreading a message of hope and inspiration will elevate the elected official as their career progresses.

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

I am relentless and passionate. I want to help others and break the glass ceilings the current political elites have built to stop average citizens from seeking office.

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

First: Listen

Second: Respond

Third: Act

What legacy would you like to leave?

I was crazy but kept it interesting.

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

OJ Simpson Trial, I remember believing the limo driver did it. I was 6 years old.

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

Dunkin Donuts, 5 years.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Impossible to answer but if you are a history buff like me I recommend "Our First Civil War," by HW Brands. Did you know that Benjamin Franklin's son was a British Loyalist? He was captured by Patriots and subsequently exchanged with the British for the President of Delaware. Can't make this stuff up.

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

The Riddler

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Lets Start a Riot

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

Alcohol, I am happy to have entered into recovery on October 15, 2022.

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

It is the only branch of government that is elected directly from voters.

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

Depends. In California they are proposing criminalizing gas powered vehicles despite rolling black outs. This demonstrates a disconnect between the people, and the legislative representatives. California needs less government experience and more minds emanated in reality.

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

We continue to repeat mistakes we've made in the past. Supporting Ukraine is one example.

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

Yes, do a good job and you'll get elected to another term. It's just that simple.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

For

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

Ron DeSantis, he has a flair for calling out the hypocrisies of WOKE culture.

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?

I am happy to have to joined the sober community in my neighborhood. I have heard several inspiring stories which have contributed to my decision to run.

Tell us your favorite joke.

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

We have more in common then we have differences. There's always room for compromise, BLM and justice reform is one example. Defunding the police is ridiculous but there's room for improvement. Disbanding the TSA will be a step in the right direction.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Time to cut spending.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

To lock all the Nancy Pelosi's up and stop the flagrant unhidden insider trading.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Jesus

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Proud Trump supporter fed up with big government, dishonest media, and depression era business growth.

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?

All Lives MatterThe Steal Is RealNo Mask No Problem

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

We need to end these mandates yesterday! We need to stop the never ending lies propagated by Mr. Fauci.

The government has used this treatable virus as an excuse to overreach and they overbear their authority.

What’s going to happen when our country is faced with a real crisis. We all know that when some people are given power they won’t give it up.

On Election Day we need to get our freedom back!

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

President Donald Trump is the greatest living President America has ever seen.

Looking back and moving forward I gain inspiration from the memory of President Andrew Jackson. He is the definition of a real American and a model of greatness that all men should hope to achieve.

He took this beautiful experiment our Founding Fathers started and made it better.

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

John Adam’s by David McCullough is a good reference in you’re interested in my politics. He put what is right ahead of image.

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

I listen and am used to criticism.

What legacy would you like to leave?

It’s ok to have fun, no matter what the stakes.

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

I remember the OJ Simpson trial when I was seven years old. Johnny Cochran had us so confused that I was convinced it was the limo driver

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

I started at Dunkin Donuts when I was in high school. My boss paid me $300 to quit the football team. After high school I moved into the baking department where I worked on and off in between college and the military.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Catcher in the Rye and I still don’t know why. I’ve read it at least three times and if I were to start it today I wouldn’t be able to stop until I finished.

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

The Riddler

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

A remake of “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” by the Barenaked Ladies.

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

Mental health but I don’t let it keep me down.

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

They have the ability to challenge the President.

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

No, get the career politicians out of office. They got us into this mess.

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

Coronavirus is just another norm of everyday life. Convincing those who are frightened won’t be easy. Once we allow those who aren’t, to live their everyday lives, they’ll see the truth behind this giant exaggeration.

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

My participation in the January 6th riot offers a unique perspective to the ongoing investigation.

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

Yes, twice as long as I need.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Bring them on, we need more of them.

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

Senator Rand Paul is one of the most intelligent men in politics. If he’s for it, it’s probably a good idea.

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?

I’ve watched people lose their businesses, their homes, even their freedom due to government overreach since the shutdown. The government is responsible for more deaths than Coronavirus will ever claim. These dark times are the driving force behind this movement.

Tell us your favorite joke.

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

Always, life is a constant compromise.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

I will be wary of organization that wants to be my friend when it comes time to spend money. It’s for the people, not special interests.