Ray Alongi

Ray Alongi was born in Quincy, Massachusetts. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1980 to 1996. His career experience includes working as an executive chef and business owner. Alongi has been affiliated with the Screen Actors Guild, The American Culinary Federation, and Le Chaine de Rotisserie.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a former U.S. Marine, Homeland Security Officer, Police Officer and Business Owner. I am a hard working American with a take no parishioners type attitude. I have proven myself during our Countries darkest times, on our city streets, against foes set out to do our Nation harm and proven myself as a business leader. I'm an American working stiff that puts God, Country & Family values first. Born and raised in Quincy Mass, educated in the Quincy School System.

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 am a Former U.S. Marine, Homeland Security Officer, Police Officer and Business Owner. I am a hard working American with a take no parishioners type attitude. I have proven myself during our Countries darkest times, on our city streets, against foes set out to do our Nation harm and proven myself as a business leader.I love this Country and deeply understand and respect it constitution. I believe in family values, a strong well trained and supported military, a Police force well funded, well trained that respects our citizens and is able to protect them in all aspectsProtect our Children, guide them and give them the resources so that they can compete in the global market place. Teach them compassion while still standing strong.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

As a former United States Marine, A Police Officer and Business Owner. Given todays local and global climate it is imperative we support our Military, Police and Business sectors. It is in these particular three areas I will direct most of my attention if I am elected to Congress. Our Military plays a vital roll in our very survival against those that wish us harm and destroy our American way of life.

We must continue to maintain a well trained & funded Police and Homeland Security Agencies. Provide them with the vital recourses needed so we as citizens can be protected from those that don't and won't abide by the laws & guidelines set forth in our constitution in order for all people to feel safe in our homes and in our counites.

We must support businesses here at home both large and small. We must keep manufacturing and other goods and services running for the benefit of the United States and our citizens

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

My father, He had an un wavering loyalty to this Country and to us, his family. He had to quit school as a child after immigrating from Sicily to work and help his mother and father. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during WW2. He was a loving husband and raised three children. At 35 years old he went back to school at night receiving his GED then on to a Masters degree at age 58.

We graduated together the same year. Me from high School, he from College. All while working full time, raising a family and serving his community,

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

Integrity, Honesty People will see through someone who is anything but.

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

I’m a results driven professional with a no nonsense attitude that strives in a high stress environments. I have the ability to multitask in a team environment

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

You’re responsible to the people of your district and not to your individual political parties. You are voted in the office by the people so you’re expected to represent them in their wishes . It is so their voices may be heard in Washington. You are there to support the people in your community giving them guidance and the opportunity for them to have a say in how their communities are affected

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

Vaguely remember when JFK was assassinated clearly remember when Neil Armstrong landed on the moon. I was 9

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

My first job was working with my Father washing pots and pans in a hotel in Boston. This was the first step in my Culinary Arts training. I was taught to start at the bottom so I would someday appreciate every position as I made my was up the Culinary ladder. I had to work and master every person in the chain. before I could be called Chef. This was a job i had for a few summers. This training method has served me well in all aspects of my life.

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

They are supposed to be representing the voices, the wishes of the people of our country. State by State , District by District

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

No not necessarily, We should be as was the signers and creators of our very constitution, People of all trades and educational backgrounds. It was farmers and businessmen that played a key roll in the founding of our Country

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

We must as a nation work together in a bipartisan manner to protect ourselves from not only outsides interests but from ourselves, We sometimes can be out own worst enemy. If we can get past the bickering and blame game. together we can focus on the business of running the country we truly can Make America Great Again.

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

I would be proud o serve where ever I'm needed

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

I do. it gives congress and the people of the States an opportunity to be heard and the opportunity to change by voting if they are not being heard and represented

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I support term limits for public office.

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

John F Kennedy, He was a democrat but it was a much different party then, some things not all things. He was charismatic, approachable, listened to the working people and had integrity.

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?

There have been a few but none that stick out to me more than my own story. There was a time where I needed help in business and the odds were against me along with other factors. My state representative heard about the issues I was having and came to my aid on their own. It was a great feeling knowing that someone out there to help. It was feeling to see our government work first hand it had a personal impact on me it was an inspiration for my running for office.

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

Absolutely, We on both sides of the isle must work together for the good of the people not the good of the party

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?

Its about priorities. The importance of generating funds that is needed for our economy to run. Knowing the impact it has on the working class and smaller businesses is a responsibility not to be taken lightly.

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