Josiah Hill

Josiah Hill was born in Davenport, Iowa. Hill graduated from Stillwater High School in 1995. He earned a B.A. in English from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1999, an M.S.E. in English and language arts from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls in 2001, and an Ed.D. in educational leadership from Hamline University in 2015. His career experience includes working as an English teacher and assistant principal with Stillwater Area Public Schools.[1][2] Hill has been affiliated with the Education Minnesota union.[3]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a proud public school high school English teacher at my alma mater (Stillwater Area High School) for the past 20 years (25 years overall in public schools). My wife and I are proud to be raising our 3 daughters in the community that did so much to support and develop me as a young person growing up here. We will fight tirelessly for clean water, strong schools and will never blink when it comes to supporting a woman's right to choose.

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?

Strong schools, clean water and women's rights!Strong schools, clean water and women's rights!Strong schools, clean water and women's rights!

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Water, schools and women's reproductive healthcare rights.

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

My parents. They are calm, happy, and comfortable with who they are.

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

No. One single work cannot describe my entire philosophy.

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

Honesty, the ability to listen, and the ability to remain calm and collected when ridiculous attacks are tossed about by the opposition who are not interested in solving our challenges.

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

I am a calm listener.

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

To serve their constituency.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Clean water for all and support for our public schools so every child can become who they choose to be.

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

An assassination attempt on our president. I was 4 1/2 years old.

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

I picked pumpkins, sweet corn, and squash. It lasted the summer and fall of my junior year of high school.

What is your favorite book? Why?

East of Eden by John Steinbeck. Clearly shows what it takes to be a good human and what doesn't achieve that.

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

Atticus Finch--To Kill a Mockingbird

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

Girl From the North Country--Bob Dylan

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

Being the best father I can be while trying to be a good state representative for the constituents I serve.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

Open communication.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Ensuring that all residents have clean water.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

I feel this is one of my strengths. Yes. It is vital to a healthy state government.

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

No.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

No.

Both sitting legislators 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?

Hundreds come to mind. Every single one of them impacts my thinking.

Tell us your favorite joke.

None come to mind.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

I have no opinion on this.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

I would support mitigation efforts for PFAS that have been detected in our local water supplies.

What committees interest you?

Education committees, Labor committee, and Capital investment committee.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

It is and it should be transparent.

Would a state ballot initiative process be good or bad for your state?

Good for our state. We need the Equal Rights Amendment on the ballot to ensure it finds its way into our Minnesota Constitution where it belongs.

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