John Love III

John Love III was born in Denver, Colorado. Love earned a B.A. in economics from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin in 2002. His career experience includes owning a small business and being a financial planner. Love served on the Midland City Council. He has been affiliated with Eta Theta, Epsilon Iota, and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Love has also been affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, National Association of Security Dealers, and Texas Black Democrats.[1][2][3]

John Love III did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2024 Candidate Connection survey.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a 5th generation Texan. I am proud of my family and shared heritage in this state and this country. My father was born in Tulsa, OK, 15 years after the Tulsa Massacre of 1921. My mother was born in Pelham, TX, because my family traveled there from Galveston after the reading of the Emancipation Proclamation. Our community, in Navarro County, is one of the last Black enclaves in Texas.

My roots across Texas start with my family and have continued as I attended college at the University of Texas at Austin and graduated from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. I am an award-winning small business owner and a proud member of Omega Psi Phi, Fraternity, Incorporated, the NAACP, and other community organizations.

Now I am asking you to send me to Washington, D.C., to serve the people of Texas and solve the challenges we are facing every day. I want to continue my service by fighting for my family and yours. I will push on behalf of my mother, who was a fierce believer in women’s reproductive rights, and I will fight for my brother, a Veteran who deserves quality health care and benefits for his service to our country.

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?

Truth: We deserve a representative that will tell the truth about the issues that affect us everyday. Lies are dividing this country and keeping us from finding real solutions to healthcare, womens reproductive rights and caring for our veterans.Honor: Being honorable with our word and our message is important from our elected leaders. The character of our leaders has been lost to gain the support of 1. We all have a sense of right and wrong and we must have a Congressman that is willing to use that in their judgement and decisions for the people of the 6th district.Integrity: We must be uncompromising in doing what it is right even when it is uncomfortable. We must work together to pass immigration reform, protect the rights of gun owners while keeping our children safe and stay out of the healthcare decisions for women and girls. These are simple concepts but too often are our leaders making decisions based on what is good for their party and not the people. Our only question should be how can I serve the people today and not how can I score points for my side. Integrity matters and must be demanded from all of our leaders.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Veterans, Immigration and Border policy, Women's Reproductive rights, Common Sense Gun reform, Healthcare as a right for all

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

As a longtime champion of equal rights for all, I believe I got to this point in life because of the women who kept me grounded firmly. I learned from women the value of hard work, truth, honor and integrity. These are, indeed, the values of Texas. I learned from them all that a strong work ethic combined with compassion and a keen sense of responsibility to help others builds a healthy family and a healthy community.

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

Truth, Honor and Integrity.

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

To be responsive to our constituents, listen to all sides to identify commonalities and solutions and aid in navigating government policy and red tape to serve the people everyday.

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

Having served on city council and President of the Texas Municipal League has given me the opportunity to work with leaders with different ideas and philosophies to find solutions for people. This experience will definitely benefit the communities I would serve in Congress

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

Preserving our Democracy--not allowing the lies of a few to tear this country apart.

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

Yes

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I have served in office before on the Midland city council. I believe the knowledge of those that have been in the position is just as important as allowing new voices and faces to be a part of our elected leadership. I believe that the American people are the best at deciding when it is time to move on through our elections and our leaders have a duty to resign or retire when their quest for power or influence overrides their service.

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

I believe that we have to work together to find common ground to reach solutions for the American people.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

23rd Senate District Tejano Democrats

What committees interest you?

Financial Services, Veterans Affairs, Small Business

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

As a licensed financial professional I believe it is our responsibility to be transparent in our spending as it reflects the priorities that we have as a nation. We must hold the government accountable as we all do as citizens.

Campaign website

Love’s campaign website stated the following:

Women's Rights & Access to Care

Ensuring women have access to healthcare and reproductive services and supporting equality for women.

Healthcare

Making sure everyone can afford and get medical care, keeping the Affordable Care Act strong, and reducing the cost of medicines.

Immigration

Creating a way for undocumented immigrants to become citizens, protecting people who came to the U.S. as children (DACA recipients), and making immigration policies fair and kind.

Economic Inequality

Working to reduce the gap between rich and poor people, raising the minimum wage, supporting workers' rights, and creating policies that help average and low-income people.

Education

Increasing money for public schools, making college more affordable, and supporting teachers and school staff.

Criminal Justice Reform

Fixing the justice system to fight racism, reducing the number of people in prison, and focusing on rehabilitation rather than just punishment.

Climate Change and Environmental Protection

Using clean energy, cutting down on pollution, and protecting nature and public lands.

Gun Safety

Making sure people go through thorough background checks before buying guns, fixing legal loopholes, and putting in place rules to reduce gun violence.

Voting Rights

Making it easier for everyone to vote, stopping efforts that make voting harder, and expanding the right to vote.[13]

—John Love III’s campaign website (2024)[14]

John Love III did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2020 Candidate Connection survey.