Matthew Payette

Matthew Payette was born in Mountain View, California. His career experience includes working as an assistant chief building official. Previously, he spent 10 years as an electrician.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My family moved to Longmont when I was 8 years old. I grew up in Colorado and I love this state. I was an electrician for over 10 years, I then became a building inspector.

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?

Need to end the two party system. The partisan congress is not functioning for the people. The House of Representatives has become an arena for Democrats and Republicans to battle each other.I want to be the voice for the people of the 8th district. I have my stances on issues, but my voice is merely one of roughly 800,000. I will take into consideration what the other 799,999 voices are shouting.Career politicians created the mess that is our government. Congress needs some real world experience to provide the perspective from the field.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The credit system in the country is broken. There are so many different scores, you never know which one is going to be utilized. 3 private companies decide the financial future of the people of the country. This is one area where we need more government oversight to ensure full transparency from the credit bureaus.

The federal government has gotten too big, too powerful. The states need more autonomy in governing. The more local officials have say over the laws in their region the more relevant laws will be to the people.

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

"Into the Unknown" sung by Panic at the Disco

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

It is beneficial to be familiar with the pomp and circumstance of government proceedings.

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

Partisanship. Politicians are too busy fighting each other to serve the American public.

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

Housing is an important issue that I would to get involved in.

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

I do believe that two years is the right term.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I agree with term limits for all elected offices. If congressional term limits are not in place and I get elected I vow to stop campaigning after 3 terms or 6 years in office. I will not limit the will of the people to re elect me if they want. I will ride on my name and record alone.