How long have you been a resident of Clarksville?: 27 Years
Occupation: Driver – Barton Marlow Builders
Education: Withrow High School International Baccalaureate Program (1989)
Previously held elected office: Chief Steward with Teamsters Local 89 for 12 years, Chairman of the Libertarian Party of Clark County twice and Vice Chairman twice.
Endorsements: Pro Life Libertarian Caucus, Teamsters Local 89, Abolish Abortion PAC (AAPAC)

Why did you decide to run for this office?
“I decided to run for this office because I believe the citizens of Clarksville want and need a representative that will listen to them instead of the special interests. It’s time for new blood. It’s time to end the supermajorities of the two old parties. It’s time for a government that works for us instead of against us. I’m tired of backroom deals and I think the citizens of Clarksville are too.“

What do you believe is the biggest challenge facing the Town of Clarksville, and what would you do to address it if elected?
“I believe the biggest challenge facing the Town of Clarksville is staying the Town of Clarksville. I fell in love with this town when I moved here because of the small town oasis feel that it had. I’ve heard so much from council members and committee members about not wanting Clarksville to be “left behind”. Well, if I wanted to live in a city like Jeffersonville or New Albany I would have moved to any of those cities. I chose Clarksville. If elected I would do whatever I can to regain that oasis amidst the chaos.”

What are your goals for the office?
“My goals are simple. I want my neighbors to live their lives how they see fit. I want our government to concentrate on securing our rights instead of playing real estate developer. The Town Council’s use of eminent domain needs to be dialed way back. Economic development should be in the hands of the consumers. The citizens should be able to determine which businesses move in and thrive in the town by voting with their dollars in a free market. I want to be the kind of representative that people from all political backgrounds can trust. I want them to know that I have my community’s best interest at heart and my word is my bond. I want to restore faith in our system of government.”

What experience do you have that makes you the best candidate for the position?
“Six and a half years in the US Army Reserve, plus 2 years in the IRR, taught me love of country, duty, honor, perseverance, leadership, and the virtue of self sacrifice. 12 years as a union steward taught me how to stand for what is right, work out differences of opinion, negotiate, and loyalty. My time in political party leadership has taught me how to build coalitions, how to work together with people I may not agree with 100%, and how to place the needs of others before my own. I believe that these are all good lessons that make me the best candidate for this position.”

What do you think is the most important skill someone needs to fill the office you are running for?
“I believe the most important skills are having the courage to listen to and try to understand the other side of the issue; the strength to stand by your convictions; and the humility to admit when you are wrong.”

What distinguishes you from your opponent?
“I believe we all want the same thing, We want a safe place to raise our children and grandchildren, a government that works for us instead of against us, and a community to call home. Where we differ is how we want to achieve these goals. What distinguishes me from the rest, I believe, is that I trust my neighbor with freedom. I don’t want to regulate their lives. You should be able to do whatever you want provided you don’t violate another person’s rights in the process.”

If there was one thing that you could change about the Town of Clarksville, what would it be?
“The one thing I would change is I would opt for less government and more community. If we could get our government to concentrate on it’s job of securing our rights instead of developing real estate, then maybe we could have the best trained and equipped police and fire departments around. We need less government, less unelected boards, less spending, less taxing, more transparency, more citizen input, more community centered programs, and more neighbors helping neighbors.”