Larry Jackson

Larry Jackson's career experience includes working as a businessman.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

West Virginia First • America First

A proven conservative

Fighting for West Virginia

A campaign rooted in Appalachian values—faith, family, hard work, and freedom. Larry is running to protect jobs, defend our rights, and take on a Washington system that’s forgotten West Virginia.

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?

PUTTING AMERICAN WORKERS FIRST

America was not built by distant bureaucracies or foreign interests.

It was built by workers, builders, farmers, miners, and manufacturers who believed that honest labor deserves honest reward.

Our economic policy must once again serve the American worker first—not global corporations, not foreign competitors, and not political elites who profit while communities fall behind.

A strong nation is built on strong jobs, strong wages, and industries rooted here at home.

I believe in an economy that rewards effort, restores American manufacturing, and protects our workforce from unfair foreign competition. Government should clear the path for growth—not stand in the way—while ensuring that prosperity is created.RESTORING DISCIPLINE AND AFFORDABILITY

The Cost of Living Is a Test of Leadership.

Inflation is not an accident. It is the result of poor decisions—reckless spending, dependence on foreign supply chains, and policies that weaken American production while raising everyday costs for working families.

When prices rise, it is not Washington that pays the price.

It is families at the grocery store, workers at the gas pump, and small businesses trying to survive.

A government that spends without restraint forces the people to pay without relief.

I believe the answer to inflation is discipline and self-reliance. America must once again produce what it consumes, control what it spends, and protect the value of honest work.Healthcare Works Best When It Serves People

—Not Systems.

Strong communities depend on dependable healthcare. Families should be able to access care close to home without navigating layers of distant bureaucracy or uncertainty.

Healthcare must be practical, responsive, and rooted in local needs. When hospitals are weakened and access shrinks, it is working families and rural communities who suffer first.

I believe in strengthening healthcare through smart oversight, responsible funding, and partnerships that keep care local and accessible. Federal resources should support hospitals and providers—not burden them with unnecessary rules that limit service and drive up costs.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

THE RIGHT TO KEEP AND BEAR ARMS SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED

Liberty Is Preserved by a Free and Armed People.

The Second Amendment was written with clarity and purpose. It affirms the right of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms—not as a privilege granted by government, but as a safeguard against tyranny and lawlessness.

A people capable of defending themselves is a people capable of preserving freedom. This right strengthens communities, deters crime, and reinforces personal responsibility.

I believe the Constitution means what it says. The Second Amendment deserves firm defense, honest interpretation, and consistent enforcement—not erosion through piecemeal restrictions and political fear.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Mark Robinson Former NC AG, Dick Heller - Heller vs DC and President Heller Foundation, Tyler Yzaguirre - President Second Amendment Institute, Tyler Dykes Political Candidate and Pardoned J6er, David Johnston Attorney and Pardoned J6er

Campaign websiteJackson's campaign website stated the following:Economy & JobsPUTTING AMERICAN WORKERS FIRSTWork. Wages. Opportunity.America was not built by distant bureaucracies or foreign interests.It was built by workers, builders, farmers, miners, and manufacturers who believed that honest labor deserves honest reward.Protect American jobs by confronting unfair trade practices and foreign exploitationRevive U.S. manufacturing and rebuild domestic supply chainsChampion small businesses and skilled trades, not multinational monopoliesA nation that cannot sustain its own workers cannot sustain its freedom.EnergyEnergy independence is the foundation of a free and prosperous nation.POWERING AMERICA WITH AMERICAN RESOURCESEnergy Is National Strength.A nation that cannot produce its own energy cannot govern its own future.Energy independence is not a slogan—it is a requirement for economic stability, national security, and working-class prosperity.Unleash American energy production to lower costs and strengthen securityDefend coal and natural gas jobs, especially in energy-producing statesReject global energy deals that weaken U.S. independence and raise pricesInflationRESTORING DISCIPLINE AND AFFORDABILITYThe Cost of Living Is a Test of Leadership.Inflation is not an accident. It is the result of poor decisions—reckless spending, dependence on foreign supply chains, and policies that weaken American production while raising everyday costs for working families.Reduce reckless federal spending to protect the value of the dollar.Lower energy costs by restoring American energy independenceRebuild domestic supply chains so prices aren’t dictated from overseasA nation that governs its finances wisely governs its future securely.Border SecurityA strong border is the shield of a sovereign nation.SECURITY IS THE FIRST DUTY OF GOVERNMENTSecure Borders Protect Free People.The most basic responsibility of government is to protect its people.A secure border is not a political talking point—it is a matter of national sovereignty, public safety, and respect for the rule of law.Enforce federal immigration law without apology or delayStop drug trafficking and human smuggling at the borderSupport the National Guard and law enforcement tasked with border securityPro-LifeDEFENDING LIFE, LIBERTY, AND HUMAN DIGNITYThe Measure of a Society Is How It Protects the Most Vulnerable.The strength of a nation is revealed by the care it shows for human life. From the beginning, life deserves dignity, protection, and respect.Uphold the dignity of unborn life and the responsibility that comes with itSupport families and medical professionals without heavy-handed mandatesProtect conscience, privacy, and personal liberty alongside life2nd AmendmentA free republic requires both law and liberty—standing side by side.THE RIGHT TO KEEP AND BEAR ARMS SHALL NOT BE INFRINGEDLiberty Is Preserved by a Free and Armed People.The Second Amendment was written with clarity and purpose. It affirms the right of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms—not as a privilege granted by government, but as a safeguard against tyranny and lawlessness.Protect nationwide reciprocity for lawful open and concealed carryOppose red flag laws that violate due processRepeal unconstitutional gun restrictions already on the booksRestore Second Amendment rights for non-violent offenders who have paid their debt to societyConservative JudgesCOURTS THAT INTERPRET THE LAW—NOT CREATE ITJustice Must Be Anchored to the Constitution.The judiciary exists to interpret the law, not to reshape society according to personal belief or political fashion. When judges abandon restraint, the balance of our republic is put at risk.Support originalist judges who interpret the Constitution as writtenReject judicial activism that overrides voters and legislaturesPreserve American sovereignty through constitutional restraintLiberty endures when the law stands above ambition.Crime, Law & OrderCivilization endures only where order is maintained.LAW MUST BE RESPECTED TO BE EFFECTIVEOrder Is the Shield That Protects Freedom.Safe communities do not happen by chance. They are built through clear laws, consistent enforcement, and respect for those entrusted to uphold them.Support law enforcement with proper funding, training, and authorityHold repeat and violent offenders accountable through firm sentencingBack prosecutors and judges who enforce the law consistentlyProtect communities from gangs, trafficking, and organized crimeHealthcareCARE THAT IS ACCESSIBLE, RELIABLE, AND LOCALHealthcare Works Best When It Serves People—Not Systems.Strong communities depend on dependable healthcare. Families should be able to access care close to home without navigating layers of distant bureaucracy or uncertainty.Protect and expand access to care, especially in rural communitiesStrengthen local hospitals and providers through responsible federal supportReform burdensome regulations that restrict services and increase costsEncourage local partnerships that improve outcomes without federal micromanagementHealthy communities are the foundation of a strong nation.EducationA nation grows stronger when its children are prepared to stand on their own.PREPARING STUDENTS FOR REAL LIFE AND REAL WORKEducation Should Open Doors—Not Lower Standards.Education shapes the future of our communities. When schools are strong, students gain the skills, discipline, and confidence needed to build meaningful lives and contribute to the places they call home.Support local control of schools and parental involvementStrengthen vocational, technical, and trade education for real job pathwaysProtect academic standards that prepare students for work and citizenshipEnsure federal education dollars serve classrooms, not bureaucracy— Larry Jackson's campaign website (May 7, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.