Richie Robb

Richie Robb was born in Huntington, West Virginia. He served in the United States Army from April 2, 1969, to January 6, 1971. Robb received a bachelor's degree from Marshall University in 1969 and a J.D. from Capital University College of Law in 1983.

Robb served as mayor of South Charleston, West Virginia, from 1975 to 2007. His professional experience includes being an attorney. Robb has been associated with the National Silver Hair Congress, Better Medical Care in West Virginia, Veterans Committee of West Virginia, and the State Bar.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Mayor of South Charleston 1975-2007. Vietnam Veteran-Bronze Star. Statewide law practice and one of few WV lawyers admitted to practice before Supreme Court of United States.

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?

Fight against increasing utility ratesBolster consumer protectionAssist prosecution white collar crime and public corruption

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

See above three positions.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

Honest and Courageous

The National Association of Attorneys General has described the office as being at the "intersection of law and public policy." What does that mean to you?

Just what it says. I agree

The attorney general often sets policy priorities for law enforcement. For example, a state's attorney general may decide to dedicate extra resources to combat human trafficking. Are there certain areas of law enforcement that you would emphasize?

Public corruption and white-collar crime

A state's attorney general has many responsibilities. Which of those do you personally consider the most important?

Consumer protection and public corruption

Attorneys general can represent their states in legal conflicts with the federal government. Do you consider this an important part of an attorney general's responsibilities?

Yes

Do you believe that it's beneficial for a state's attorney general to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes

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

Churchill and two Roosevelts - courageous and far-sighted.

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

Anything on Churchill or two Roosevelt Presidents

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

Honesty and Integrity

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

Courageous and Far-sighted

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

Consumer protection and public corruption

What legacy would you like to leave?

Made consumer cheats fear West Virginia.

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

Kennedy 1960 WV primary election

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

Assistant College Football Coach - one year

What is your favorite book? Why?

Anything on Churchill or two Roosevelts

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

James Bond

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

Shake it of by Taylor Swift

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

Practice of law in behalf of ordinary citizens.

Tell us your favorite joke.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

none to date

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Absolute!!!

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I was Mayor of South Charleston (WV 10th largest city) from 1975 to 2007. I was awarded the Bronze Star in Vietnam and am a practicing attorney. I was also captain of the football team at Marshall University. I am married to a school teacher. I have two children and a delightful 5-year old granddaughter. I grew up and was later mayor for 32 years in a town that was one of the most

prosperous in America. That is no longer the case or even close to it. Thousands of good paying jobs have left this town and state. I want to bring them back ASAP!

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?

Good Jobs. Senators Byrd and Rockefeller brought good jobs to WV. So will I. Medical care affordable, accessible and easy to understand.Reduce economic inequality.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Bringing good jobs to West Virginia. We have been left behind, This state has many wonderful

qualities but we need good jobs and need them now.

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

I admire Winston Churchill because of his courage in the face of adversity and much criticism.

This business is easy when telling people what they want to hear. However, to achieve meaningful

goals, it takes courage, intelligence and perseverance.

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

I like military history. Perhaps movies as Saving Private Ryan and Platoon are good. They emphasize

a struggle for good and demonstrate perseverance.

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

Honesty and Integrity

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

Courage, intelligence and perseverance

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

Representing constituents and applying one's best judgment.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Brought good jobs to West Virginia.

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

My military service in Vietnam was a traumatic experience that made me realize the importance of

public policy. I have been engaged in public affairs since leaving the military nearly 50 years ago.

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

First real job I can recall was being a coach of the Marshall University freshman football team. I had exhausted all of my eligibility as a varsity player yet still needed a semester for my degree. I was hired as a coach and we were undefeated. Two years later most of these players were killed in a plane crash. I learned about this from helicopter pilots bringing us a warm Thanksgiving meal in Vietnam. I did not go back to Marshall for years as it was too painful.

What is your favorite book? Why?

I read constantly and have always been a reader, primarily non-fiction. I particularly books about Churchill

and both Roosevelts (FDR and TR).

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

I read very little fiction but loved Ian Fleming's James Bond books growing up.

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

I sang Country Roads (Almost Heaven West Virginia) loudly and proudly whenever it came over the

radio when I was delivering my campaign signs around the state.

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

Mechanical apptitude

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

(1) Climate Change (2) Income Inequality (3) Medical Care

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

Being the smaller of the two legislative bodies and power to approve presidential appointments and treaties make it unique.

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

I think experience helps because it should give one a background to achieve goals. I want to bring good jobs to West Virginia. This is not being done. With my experience and given the importance of the office (there are only 100), I believe it can be done.

What do you think of the filibuster?

While it can be viewed as undemocratic, I think at the same time it can be used to raise additional

issues for a deliberative body as the US Senate to consider.

What criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees?

Honesty and Integrity

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other senators?

Absolutely!

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

Appropriations/Finance/Judiciary

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

I would be interested for the purpose of getting things rather than delay and obfuscation that too often

seems to occur.

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

I liked Robert Byrd, Jay Rockefeller and Jennings Randolph.