John Holtz
Active candidates for U.S. Senate
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On the Issues
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Where do you live currently? How long have you lived there? How long have you lived in Wyoming? Where were you born?
Laramie. 31years. 45 years. Omaha.
What age will you be on Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024?
74
Please tell the voters about yourself including your background and qualifications.
I am an Eagle Scout and a member of the Christian Legal Society since law school. I obtained the first double-digit firm fixed-price contract in the history of the Hughes Aircraft Company; and I was the head of the team to redesign the fire control system of the Army's main battle tank, the M60A3.
My grandmother met my grandfather in Gillette in 1919 and her brothers had the livery stable.
I was one of the youngest judges in Wyoming history and helped establish the Circuit Court system of today. I was president of my college fraternity.
I was instrumental in placing the carrying of concealed weapon without a permit for Wyoming residents on the Wyoming Republican platform in 2010.
I was class president at Clark Air Base in the Philippines, where the Japanese first developed kamikaze tactics as a mass weapon of war. I was on the Bataan Death March 20th anniversary march with three of the original survivors and received the historic trail award.
How as a federal lawmaker would you address the biggest challenges and opportunities facing Wyoming today? What legislation is needed to address them?
Government is best that governs least. I will strengthen America's defense and reduce the deficit. I would make Social Security non-taxable once again. I would export our resources to Europe and Israel through the Straits of Gibraltar to broaden our opportunities. Wyoming is an energy treasure trove in an energy short world. Our natural resources should help our friends, not our enemies.
Nearly half of the land in Wyoming is managed by the federal government. How as a member of Congress do you plan to ensure that land is managed in the best interest of the people of Wyoming?
We must follow the Constitution. I would introduce novel concepts, coupled with the courage to do what it takes to solve the problems of America today. I am willing to risk my career to do the right thing. More and more will result in less and less. We must have the courage to stop hyperinflation.
Wyoming has wrestled for years with issues of housing, health care, education and economic development. What do you believe the state's role should be in supporting the well-being of Wyoming citizens and their families?
Minimal.
How willing are you to compromise with legislators and other officials with different perspectives?
Somewhat.
How does immigration affect Wyoming and how can Congress improve immigration policy for the benefit of Wyoming citizens?
We must secure the border.
Would you support federal legislation that either restricts abortions or guarantees access on a national basis? What about contraceptives?
Restrict abortion.
How do you balance the often competing demands of wildlife and open spaces versus energy, industrial and real estate development?
Carefully.
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