Adam Jenning

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Adam Jenning
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Republican Party

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November 6, 2018

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Adam Jenning (Republican Party) ran for election to the Missouri House of Representatives to represent District 69. He lost in the general election on November 6, 2018.

Jenning completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2018. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Jenning's professional experience includes working as a real estate broker.[1]

Elections

2018

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

Incumbent Gretchen Bangert defeated Adam Jenning and Eric Harris in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 69 on November 6, 2018.

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 69

Candidate
%
Votes
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Gretchen Bangert (D)
 
69.9
 
10,367
Image of Adam Jenning
Adam Jenning (R) Candidate Connection
 
27.9
 
4,130
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Eric Harris (L)
 
2.2
 
327

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 14,824
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Democratic primary election

Incumbent Gretchen Bangert advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 69 on August 7, 2018.

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 69

Candidate
%
Votes
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Image of Gretchen Bangert
Gretchen Bangert
 
100.0
 
5,481

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 5,481
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Republican primary election

Adam Jenning advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 69 on August 7, 2018.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 69

Candidate
%
Votes
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Adam Jenning Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
1,492

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 1,492
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Campaign themes

2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Adam Jenning participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on August 23, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Adam Jenning's responses follow below.[2]

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

“ 1. Drastically cutting taxes and unconstitutional and wasteful spending, preventing new taxes such as online sales taxes from being implemented and decreasing the overall size and scope of state government.
2. Promote economic and community development and progress in this district by ending the cronyism that causes us to take a back seat when new regional development opportunities arise and reform or end state level policies and programs, particularly in education and housing, that disproportionately harm the district.
3. Kill any bill for any reason for which constitutional authority to make a law, create a program, increase spending, etc cannot be clearly cited.[3][4] 		”

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

“ I am most passionate about issues relating to housing and education because my career is in real estate and housing and education are the two areas where current public policy is harming my district most. Harmful housing policy is reflected by approximately 25% of all homeowners in the district holding negative equity positions in the midst of the strongest real estate market in history. Our school district receives the second-highest level of funding in proportion to property value in the St. Louis Metro Area, yet the performance of our schools lag and the district is regarded as a net-negative for our community and our children.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[4] ”

Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Adam Jenning answered the following:

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

“ My personal introduction to politics came when my attention was drawn to Ron Paul's presidential campaign in 2008, and I strongly agree with his principles and definitions of personal and economic liberty and tremendously respect his decades-long track record of perfect consistency in upholding those principles. In Missouri I most admire outgoing State Representative Paul Curtman for his consistency in promoting liberty and limited constitutional government and would be honored to be regarded as effectively being a "fifth term" for his principles, philosophies and practices.[4] ”
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else that best describes your political philosophy?
“ I agree with most all of what Ron Paul wrote in his book Liberty Defined, and his arguments actually changed my mind on a couple of issues.[4] ”
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
“ Integrity and consistency in adhering to a set of principles as well as the needed influence to accomplish objectives.[4] ”
What qualities do you possess that would make you a successful officeholder?
“ I am completely guided by principle, so there is no opportunity for my voting record or positions to ever surprise my constituents. Further, in advising elected boards of 50+ private associations (HOA's and condominiums) in governing their communities all of them have operated with balanced budgets, without debt and with strict adherence to the responsibilities and limitations of their governing documents while delivering quality and cost effective services. Whether a small private community or an entire state, all government should be held accountable to balance budgets, stay out of debt, follow the law and deliver value when spending others' money. I've proven I can do it 50+ times, and I'm ready to do it again.[4] ”
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
“ The core responsibility of this office is to represent the needs, concerns and desires of the people of this district within the responsibilities, authorities and limitations outlined in the Missouri Constitution. I will represent this district well by curbing broad, one-size-fits-all state programs and policies that disproportionately harm the people of this district while ending the cronyism that constantly asks us to take a back seat to opportunities that political forces, not market forces, dictate should go elsewhere.[4] ”
What legacy would you like to leave?
“ I'd like to be remembered as being instrumental in substantial reform that leaves more money in the pockets of Missouri taxpayers and improves the overall condition of my district.[4] ”
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at that time?
“ The first that I remember and was old enough to grasp the gravity of at the time was the Oklahoma City bombing. I was 9 at the time. But the one that was most impactful to me at a young age was 9/11. I was 16 and knew very well my friends and classmates would be among those fighting and dying in the fallout of that event.[4] ”
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
“ My first job was fixing and selling watches at Dakota Watch Company at Jamestown Mall. I worked there with a smile and a positive attitude from April 2001 to February 2005. All these years later it is still my favorite job of all I have ever had.[4] ”
What happened on your most awkward date?
“ My first date was when I was 12 years old. My mom took us to see Titanic at a theater and sat right next to us. Enough said?[4] ”
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
“ Independence Day. Aside from the historical significance, I'm also a fan of summer and the festivities that surround it.[4] ”
What is your favorite book? Why?
“ My favorite would have to be Of Mice and Men for no other reason than it was the first book I ever read that I just couldn't put down. I first read it as a teenager and got through the entire book in 3 sessions. For reasons I can't entirely qualify I simply found it to be a compelling story.[4] ”
If you could be any fictional character, who would you be?
“ Michael Corleone. He is the epitome of calculation and immediately able to size up the intent of any friend or adversary.[4] ”
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
“ The Chromecast hooked up to my bedroom television is possibly my most used device next to my cellphone. I have a habit of staying awake late. I'll watch an episode of something, usually a Sopranos rerun, until my wife falls asleep. Then I'll turn to any number of platforms for a good documentary.[4] ”
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
“ All of my children are infatuated with the movie The Greatest Showman, so it's an amalgamation of the entire soundtrack from that movie.[4] ”
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
“ I tend to shy away from risk. Most of what makes my life wonderful is the result of a small handful of risky decisions, and some of my greatest failures have come from playing it safe. Despite this I'm often tentative with taking risks. I'd like to think running for public office is a break from that and will provide a rewarding experience.[4] ”
(For non-Nebraska candidates) What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?
“ As State Senate districts are larger the make-up of the people Senators serve is broader and their priorities will inherently be a bigger-picture view. State Representative districts are much smaller which allows State Representatives to focus on the specific needs and challenges that face the people of the communities they represent. This diversity in viewpoint serves a vital purpose in considering legislation with each providing unique benefits.[4] ”
Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
“ I believe there are benefits to experience as well as a fresh perspective, and generally speaking I don't believe one outweighs the other inherently.[4] ”
What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?
“ With Right to Work being voted down Missouri is in short company in the Midwest and completely surrounded by Right to Work states. To prevent continuing to miss out on regional economic opportunities we have to create the proper incentives for major employers and top talent to do business in our state. That requires significant tax reform with an eye towards total elimination of corporate and individual income taxes. Doing so requires a different view of what our state government's role is and should be in a number of areas, and we have to be receptive to change.[4] ”
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?
“ I believe a little discourse and disagreement is a good thing, even when the governor and majority control of the legislature are of the same party. None of us are elected to tow a party line. We're elected to represent the interests of our constituents. Some disagreement, negotiation and compromise should come hand-in-hand with that if we're all effectively doing our jobs.[4] ”
Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
“ For as passionately as some arguments are made I believe it's important to always keep those arguments isolated. The strongest of adversaries on one issue may be a strong alliance on another, and we should focus on working as hard together on mutually agreeable issues as we do in opposition to each other on others.[4] ”
What process do you favor for redistricting?
“ The current system in place is the best possible because the decision-makers are the people's representatives. I do not favor the Clean Missouri amendment which would concentrate this power with the State Auditor's office.[4] ”
If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
“ I would be particularly interested in participating in Downsizing State Government, Economic Development, Tax Reform and Urban Issues among others.[4] ”
If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the legislature, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?
“ I'm not disinterested, but I'm more interested in leading by example with consistency in principle than I am ceremonially.[4] ”
Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
“ Paul Curtman, in every sense possible.[4] ”
Are you interested in running for a different political office in the future?
“ I am confident my campaign will pull out a seemingly improbable win this November and I'm not looking beyond this race at this time.[4] ”
Both sitting legislators 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?
“ What I've found most interesting is engaging with so many young people, both those who agree and disagree with me on policy, who are interested in a future in politics and in talking with me about my experiences in campaigning for public office. In the political realm I'm fairly young myself and find that I'm relatable to many young people. Too often in politics we make celebrities out of politicians. I've come to find many big names are regular, relatable people and I feel I've offered that experience to some that I've met. When young people come to find politicians who are regular people it encourages them that they too could get involved and attempt to influence public policy, and those have been my favorite conversations to have.[4] ”

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Footnotes

  1. ↑ Information submitted through Ballotpedia's biographical submission form on May 20, 2018.
  2. ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
  3. ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Adam Jenning's responses," August 23, 2018
  4. ↑ 4.00 4.01 4.02 4.03 4.04 4.05 4.06 4.07 4.08 4.09 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 4.15 4.16 4.17 4.18 4.19 4.20 4.21 4.22 4.23 4.24 4.25 4.26 4.27 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.


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