Peter Alcorn

Peter Alcorn was born in Quincy, Illinois. Alcorn's professional experience includes working as a commercial pilot and aeronautical engineer. He is the owner and operator of Prickly Pear Family Farms, LLC. Alcorn earned a bachelor's degree from Saint Louis University in 2006 and a degree from the University of Washington in 2012.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a Commercial Pilot, Ordained Minister and an Aerospace Engineer with a long history in politics.

I served as a Page for the Alabama House and Senate from 1993-1995 and ran for Mayor of Seattle in 2017.

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?

I will protect the liberties of the people of Alabama and protect their rights.I will work tirelessly to do the will of my constituents without ever caving to special interests.I will bring jobs and prosperity to this area doing everything possible to bolster capitalism and stave the spread of communism.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Trade access

Income equality

Education

Parent's rights (regarding education, medicine, etc...)

Personal liberties (including privacy regarding medical records and PII)

Bolstering law enforcement

Targeting drug addiction, mental health crisis and their negative effects on society

Supporting traditional family values

Continuing to fight for protection of 1st and 2nd Amendment rights

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

"Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be" by my friend Lieutenant Colonel (US Army Retired) Oakland McCulloch

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

Transparency in communications with everyone

protection of liberties from government intrusion

proper representation of one's constituents and their needs

the inability to be bought, bribed or coerced by special interests

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

Strong communication skills with the ability to help others understand each other

The ability to get things done and break down walls, eliminating unnecessary bureaucracy

I cannot be swayed, bought or coerced, I am an individual and a free thinker above all things

What drives me is results, helping others and making a difference

We are entrusted by the people to do their will, and I work to erase the conception of "the lesser of two evils"

I realize you cannot please everyone but you certainly can do right by them

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

To understand the people's needs

To support and advocate for those needs

To work tirelessly with one's peers to come to agreement on policies that help, not hinder others

To bring jobs and/or financial incentives to one's district

To be the voice of those you represent

To represent fairly and in an unbiased manner

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

I was a page for the Alabama Senate in 1993 at age 13, and I worked with Marty Redden and the Associated Press tabulating the results for the 1994 elections. I returned in 1995 at 15 to serve as a page in the Alabama House of representatives.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. It is a dystopian story of a bleak future deprived of emotion and free will. The characters are plagued by mind control, drug dependency, and government reliance. The protagonist is one of the last free thinkers who feels like an outcast for seeing these damaging behaviors but being helpless to change them. Depression is a common theme amongst the characters and the far fetched story line, written 90 years ago seems shockingly prophetic when looking through the lens of today's current state.

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

The US House provides a measured representation of each state that allows for the passage of federal legislation, in bills, which can eventually be made into law by majority vote.

A party of participants with differing viewpoints from different places representing people with an assortment of values who come together to reach consensus to best serve the people. The job of a Congressional representative is to support the will of the people.

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

I believe that it certainly helps in terms of efficiency in getting bills passed, however it is not requisite to be a good representative.

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

Struggling to regain our foothold as the leading world power. We have fallen behind China and Russia in terms of military might, technology and the trust of the international community. Without a collective, concerted effort to overcome this deficiency we will continue to lose prominence on the world stage. There is a tremendous lack of patriotism amongst many Americans which has been perpetuated in social media and the mainstream media alike.

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

Armed Services Committee

House Science, Space, and Technology Committee

Foreign Relations

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

Yes, it does take time to get traction, but if you can't hit the ground running it is time for someone else who can to take on the job.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I believe terms limits are a necessary means of regulating policy and exercising the will of the people. When people are in one position for too long they become complacent and ineffective.

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

Congressman Chip Roy of Texas

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?

Yes, there have been many and I will use my platform to spread the awareness of these individuals and their situations because they are not alone.

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

Positively, the art of deal making and reaching across the aisle has been lost in the mire of partisan politics. This has resulted in gridlock and animosity from one party to the next and is resulting in siloed thinking and misunderstandings.

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?

Due to the fact that this is primarily geared towards raising taxes, I would take a very careful look at what impact this would have on my constituents and what value, if any it added to the people of my district.

googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-1548351761485-0"); });