Royce Kinniebrew

Royce Kinniebrew was born in Detroit, Michigan. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa in 1998 and a graduate degree from Marygrove College in 2008. His career experience includes working as an educational consultant. Kinniebrew has been affiliated with the National Alliance of Black School Educators and Blacks in Government.[2]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m an educator, author, an entrepreneur that loves his country and community. I’m running because misinformation, disinformation, and lies have divided our great country and jeopardized democracy.

Additionally, I want to hep EVERY person of Michigan’s 12th Congressional District improve the quality of their lives ensuring they enjoy life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

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 promise to passionately serve my constituents to the best of my ability.I am determined to help re-elect president Joseph R. Biden Jr. because he has done an extraordinary job for the American people.I will oppose those that seek to divide Americans by speaking misinformation, disinformation, and lies. For example, I will push back against the weaponization of race.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The areas of policy I’m interested in are education, healthcare, climate change, and women’s reproductive health and other policy that aligns with the values of the Democratic Party.

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

John Lewis was an incredible role model. His work in the Civil Rights Movement and in Congress were impactful to the country.

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

The U.S. Constitution

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

A true desire to serve your constituents and protect your country are the most important priorities of an elected official.

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

I think being sympathetic and empathetic to the needs of others are important qualities that I posses. The ability to work with people of different backgrounds is also a quality I posses.

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

I think when I am elected, I must restore the confidence of my constituents that I work for them and not my own personal interests.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I want to leave the legacy of being honest, selfless, and patriotic.

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

Watergate happened during my lifetime and I remember hearing about it when I was five or six years old.

But, I think the assassination attempt on President Ronald Reagan was the first impactful historical event occurred when I was eleven.

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

My very first job was working in the library for women’s sports on the campus of the University of Iowa.

I had the job for my first year in college.

What is your favorite book? Why?

My favorite books changes occasionally based on my reading list. Right now a book called Blind Spot: Hidden Biases of Good People is one of my favorites.

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

I would be Superman because his powers would be useful in this present House.

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

Lift Every Voice and Sing

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

Dealing with poverty and my mother’s mental illness have been a struggle.

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

The powers of the purse make the House unique as an institution.

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

Yes I do believe it is important to have experience in politics and or government. Additionally, there is value in having those with a fresh perspective as long as it aligns with the Constitution.

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

The United States’ biggest threat is from disaffected citizens who have been led to believe misinformation, disinformation, and lies.

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

Yes, two years is an acceptable term length.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I support term limits, but I think they should differ based on the position.

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

John Conyers and John Lewis inspire me.

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?

I’ve worked as a teacher and school administrator in my district.

One of my former student’s mother was incarcerated and dying of cancer.

I learned that one of my students mother was addicted to drugs and had occasional allowed men to sexually abuse her daughter for money.

We can make such a positive impact on the lives of people through the wrap around services, we provide in schools.

Tell us your favorite joke.

It’s not appropriate for this platform…lol.

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

Compromise is a necessary part of policymaking as long as it benefits the American people.

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?

I would look to get as much financial assistance to my district as possible.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

The House should use its investigative powers without bias and political motivations.

What committees interest you?

The committees on Education and the Workforce, Judiciary, Science, Space, and Technology, and Small Business interest me.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I think that there should be high standards for financial transparency and government accountability.

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