Ray Bly

Bly's hometown is Jessup, Maryland. He received an A.A. from Howard Community College in 1980.[1] His professional experience includes owning Ray’s Used Appliances.[2]

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U.S. House

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Interview with The Baltimore Sun

Bly highlighted the following themes in an interview with The Baltimore Sun on March 11, 2024. The questions from The Baltimore Sun are bolded and Bly's responses follow below.[2]

Why are you running for office?

Too many things since my young life where God, country, and family were important beliefs are now gone. Crime is running rampant, broken families are running rampant, and scientists are promoting agendas that aren’t scientific. It’s time to bring back the old values that this country was built on.

Do you believe, as President Joe Biden has said, that “democracy is on the ballot” and, if so, in what way?

Yes, democracy is on the ballet. Joe Biden is still president and he’s destroying our freedoms and the poor and the middle class are getting are poorer. The world is at war.

Will you accept the presidential election result once the totals have been certified by the states and any legal challenges adjudicated?

Yes, but only in states that have one day voting and count the votes immediately.

Do you support additional assistance for Ukraine’s military forces two years into Russia’s invasion?

Not without an accounting of what has already been given to them.

Should the United States be speaking out more clearly, as Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen has suggested, about civilian casualties in Gaza?

Remember 911. We went after the terrorists and there were some civilian casualties. Shouldn’t Israel have the same right to go after the terrorists even though there will be some civilian casualties? I don’t agree that the Palestinians are innocent bystanders when they support Hamas and terrorist activities. We’re aiding and abetting the terrorists right now by sending in supplies. We’ve been giving the Palestinians tens of millions a year in humanitarian aid which helps to fund their attacks on Israel.

Should Congress act to protect abortion rights following the Supreme Court’s 2022 Dobbs decision?

No tax payer money should be used to fund abortions or sex changes. Abortion should be limited to the first trimester.

Constituents are increasingly expressing concern about suburban crime. What more can the federal government do to help?

Stop putting all these ideas into the minds of minorities that they can’t make anything of themselves because of racism, etc., so they live for today and not tomorrow. We have to give them the dream that they can do something with their lives.

During his time in Congress, John Sarbanes was widely seen as a leader in political reform including reducing the influence of big-monied interests. Do you see an obligation to carry on that legacy?

John Sarbanes is the only Democrat I ever voted for. He had good morals and ethics. I would carry on this message. I’ve never received financial contributions from anyone. I pay for my signs and anything else I need when running for office.[6]

U.S. Senate

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What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

Stop immunity of all open most files that the government is hiding from us pay the bills[8][6]

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

paying off our billsCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[6]

[the profile publisher] also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Ray Bly answered the following:

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

Marshall and KING[6]

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else that best describes your political philosophy?

The US ARMY to stand up for our rights[6]

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

GOD fearing[6]

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

Ran 2 business for over 40 years and fighting for our rights[6]

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

The truth[6]

What legacy would you like to leave?

That I was a fighter for rights[6]

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

Buy a 200 year old home[6]

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

newspapers and cutting lawn 6 years old to 12[6]

What happened on your most awkward date?

My wife was killed by the state 7-3-17[6]

What is your favorite holiday? Why?

none nowlook for good not bad[6]

What is your favorite book? Why?

look for good not bad[6]

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

superman[6]

What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?

pictures of my wife. she is gone now[6]

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

the old wooden cross[6]

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

staying in my home when the county wants it gone[6]

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

making laws[6]

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

no[6]

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

paying off what the government owes[6]

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

one that over sees judges[6]

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

yes but no more then 6[6]

What are your thoughts on term limits?

for[6]

What process do you favor for redistricting?

fair for all[6]

If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?

no[6]

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?

no help[6]

Ray Bly outlines the four primary issues of his candidacy on his campaign website.[9]

"I would bring back fair trade which means everybody selling stuff in America could buy it wholesale for exactly the same price whether it was trainloads or small quantities. This would bring back all the mom and pop lumber yards, hardware stores, computer and clothing stores, etc."[10]

"I would ban community associations and site development plans in every City, County and State in America. I would also ban all these prefix fixes that go after the zoning of the property that limits the useage of the property. If it's commercial, let it be used for commercial. If it's residential, let it be used for residential. Let them build what they want without every busy body getting into their life history."[11]

"I would toughen the EPA laws so the County, City and States could control the buildings and projects so they do not damage our environment."[12]

"I would bring about national healthcare. That would be leased out to the Blue Cross Blue Shields of America or some other insurance provider. Not Obama-care."[13]