Bill Wheeler

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Bill Wheeler

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

August 2, 2022

Education

Associate

Community College of the Air Force, 2003

Bachelor's

University of Phoenix, 2008

Graduate

American Military University, 2020

Personal

Birthplace

Oklahoma

Religion

Christian

Profession

Senior facility maintenance technician

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Bill Wheeler (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Washington's 2nd Congressional District. He lost in the primary on August 2, 2022.

Wheeler completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Bill Wheeler was born in Oklahoma. He earned an associate degree from the Community College of the Air Force in 2003, a bachelor's degree from the University of Phoenix in 2008, and a graduate degree from American Military University in 2020. His career experience includes working as a senior facility maintenance technician.

Elections

2022

See also: Washington's 2nd Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Washington District 2

Incumbent Rick Larsen defeated Dan Matthews in the general election for U.S. House Washington District 2 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rick Larsen (D)	60.1	202,980
		Dan Matthews (R)	39.8	134,335
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	608

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 337,923
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House Washington District 2

The following candidates ran in the primary for U.S. House Washington District 2 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rick Larsen (D)	45.8	100,631
✔		Dan Matthews (R)	17.0	37,393
		Jason Call (D)	14.6	31,991
		Cody Hart (MAGA Republican Party)	10.1	22,176
		Bill Wheeler (R)	4.2	9,124
		Carrie Kennedy (R)	4.0	8,802
		Leif Johnson (R)	2.5	5,582
		Jon Welch (Conservative Party)	0.8	1,699
	Submit photo	Brandon Stalnaker (R)	0.6	1,366
	Submit photo	Doug Revelle (Independent)	0.4	927
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	161

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 219,852
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Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Bill Wheeler completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Wheeler'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.

Bill Wheeler has a lifetime of business experience, having grown up working in his father's family company. In 2000 at the age of 17, Bill enlisted in the United States Air Force. Bill is currently working towards his Doctoral Degree in Business Administration and Management. He graduated from the American Military University and received his Master's degree in Business Administration and Management. Bill is actively involved in his community, his children's schools and actively advocating for small businesses. Bill supports our law enforcement community and veterans. Bill has a solid Christian faith and believes we must continue to protect our great freedoms and work to keep America a great country for our generations to come.

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?

• Decrease Taxes
• Increase Law Enforcement
• Defend our Constitution

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Public Safety

Realistic green building technology
Protecting the nuclear family
Holding government accountable

Mental health

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

I look up to many people that influence others in a positive manor.

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

Charismatic and open about policies and positions on subjects.

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

I represent nothing but the people.

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

To represent the people who work for this country not for those wishing to destroy it.

What legacy would you like to leave?

No nonsense, to the point, and getting things done that no other could.

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

I was serving in the military during September 11, 2001.

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

The first job I had was working in my father’s office doing tenant and employment screening at the age of 12. At 15 I worked at Dairy Queen before going to Pet Smart at 17. At 18 I joined the military. In 2008 I started a lawn care company before the recession. In 2009 I managed a body shop. 2010 – 2013 I owned espresso kiosk locations, a mechanic shop, a tenant screening company, and a restaurant. In 2018 I worked for Embassy Suites doing maintenance before going to Wolf Plumbing, A quality Plumbing, then Smoot’s Construction. I now work as a Sr Facility Maintenance Technician for a company that manufactures parts for aircraft.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Behold a Pale Horse.

Read it and you will find out why.

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

Thor

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

Slipknot, Vermilion

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

It is improving my life to obtain the things I want when it seems so easy for other people that do not work that hard for it.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

Our governor is a dictator who does not listen to the legislature. A governor ideally should listen to the representatives for that district and take into account what the people want.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Removal of Jay Inslee., common sense on green initiatives, crime, drugs, mental health, education, etc. We are challenged on every topic as the system is systematically being used against the people.

What are the benefits and drawbacks of a unicameral state legislature, in your opinion?

The voice of the people goes unheard.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

No I prefer someone who is not a politician.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

No. I prefer not too.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

Even distribution of space based on a grid.

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

No, as I see most of them as unproductive and corrupt.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Mayor of Everett

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?

I live in the worst part of Snohomish County and work all over. I do not need to make up stories I have plenty of my own.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Yes, as the current system has failed. Limitations should apply.

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

Policy making always involves compromise.

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Footnotes

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Washington's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Maria Cantwell (D)

Patty Murray (D)

Representatives

District 1

Suzan DelBene (D)

District 2

Rick Larsen (D)

District 3

Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez (D)

District 4

Dan Newhouse (R)

District 5

Michael Baumgartner (R)

District 6

Emily Randall (D)

District 7

Pramila Jayapal (D)

District 8

Kim Schrier (D)

District 9

D. Adam Smith (D)

District 10

Marilyn Strickland (D)

Democratic Party (10)

Republican Party (2)