Adam Goldberg

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Adam Goldberg

Independent

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 2, 2021

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Navy

Years of service

1994 - 2019

Personal

Profession

Senior military analyst

Contact

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Adam Goldberg (independent) ran for election for Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue in Virginia. He lost in the general election on November 2, 2021.

Goldberg completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Adam Goldberg served in the U.S. Navy from 1994 to 2019. His career experience includes working as a senior military analyst.

Elections

2021

See also: City elections in Norfolk, Virginia (2021)

General election

General election for Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue

Incumbent Blythe Scott defeated Adam Goldberg and Nicole Sanders in the general election for Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue on November 2, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Blythe Scott (D)	49.8	27,751
		Adam Goldberg (Independent)	25.8	14,365
		Nicole Sanders (Independent)	23.8	13,251
		Other/Write-in votes	0.7	370

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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Blythe Scott advanced from the Democratic primary for Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue.

Campaign themes

2021

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Adam Goldberg completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Goldberg's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

An independent candidate running for political office for the first time. A 25-year Navy veteran with a strong background in financial management and leadership. I possess a Master’s in Business Administration and Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Naval Science. Hard working, down to earth, and in touch with the worker. As an independent I will be the bridge between the good people of both parties; I will also be the check-and-balance to break our one party city hall. As the people of Norfolk's tax advocate, I will work hard for the betterment of our city and the wellbeing of Norfolkians.

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?

• Lower Taxes, Norfolk has some of the highest in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Improved customer service from the office of the Commissioner of the Revenue.
• Fair and equitable assessments of real estate and other property values.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Tax reform and equity.

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

It is the office that assess the property values and in turn determining the amount of taxes that will be paid by the citizens of Norfolk. We are taxed to high and this office is one that as ability to help rein it in.

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

"Common Sense" by Thomas Paine is the first that comes to mind.

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

To never lose touch with the citizens they serve and never to become an elitist. Maintaining a sense humility, but also keeping ones goals for the office in mind, is very important to effectively administer this office and others like it.

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

To keep the interests of the people in mind while balancing the requirements for the city to run smoothly and fiscally responsible.

What legacy would you like to leave?

A better world.

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

Other than being a paperboy at age 14, I interned as a plumber for a summer during high school.

What is your favorite book? Why?

"The Caine Mutiny" by Herman Wouk. It is a good book about toxic leadership and the ways a subordinate should handle the situation but also the fall out that could happen from good intentions.

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

"Sweet Caroline" da, da, da.... I bet it is stuck in your head now!

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No, it is important that they understand the system that requires them to pay taxes. If the office holder actually pays the city taxes, or even better begrudgingly pays taxes, then they understand the position.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Leadership and management are important, and the ability to read the City Code of Ordinances to understand the positions authorities and responsibilities. If you have all that then the office holder can truly be the tax advocate for the people of Norfolk.

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