Brian Bertges

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Brian Bertges
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No Party Affiliation

Education

Bachelor's

The Pennsylvania State University, 2005

Graduate

The University of Maryland, 2017

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

1997 - 2001

Personal
Birthplace
Pittsburgh, Pa.
Religion
Roman Catholic
Profession
Executive director
Contact

Campaign website

Personal LinkedIn

Brian Bertges (No Party Affiliation) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 15th Congressional District. He did not appear on the ballot for the general election on November 8, 2022.

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

Biography

Brian Bertges was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Bertges served in the U.S. Army from 1997 to 2001. He earned a bachelor's degree from Pennsylvania State University in 2005. He earned a graduate degree from the University of Maryland in 2017. Bertges' career experience includes working as an executive director and as a teacher with Teach for America. He has been affiliated with the American Legion, the Pat Tillman Foundation, and with the Theta Delta Chi International Fraternity.[1]

Elections

2022

See also: Florida's 15th Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Florida District 15

Laurel Lee defeated Alan Cohn in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 15 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Laurel Lee
Laurel Lee (R)
 
58.5
 
145,219
Image of Alan Cohn
Alan Cohn (D)
 
41.5
 
102,835

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

Total votes: 248,054
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 15

Alan Cohn defeated Gavin Brown, Eddie Geller, Cesar Ramirez, and William VanHorn in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 15 on August 23, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Alan Cohn
Alan Cohn
 
33.1
 
14,928
Image of Gavin Brown
Gavin Brown Candidate Connection
 
22.3
 
10,034
Image of Eddie Geller
Eddie Geller Candidate Connection
 
21.9
 
9,859
Image of Cesar Ramirez
Cesar Ramirez
 
17.3
 
7,817
Image of William VanHorn
William VanHorn Candidate Connection
 
5.4
 
2,435

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

Total votes: 45,073
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 15

Laurel Lee defeated Kelli Stargel, Jackie Toledo, Demetries Grimes, and Kevin McGovern in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 15 on August 23, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Laurel Lee
Laurel Lee
 
41.5
 
22,481
Image of Kelli Stargel
Kelli Stargel
 
27.8
 
15,072
Image of Jackie Toledo
Jackie Toledo
 
11.6
 
6,307
Image of Demetries Grimes
Demetries Grimes Candidate Connection
 
10.4
 
5,629
Image of Kevin McGovern
Kevin McGovern Candidate Connection
 
8.7
 
4,713

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

Total votes: 54,202
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Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Brian Bertges completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bertges' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Brian's service started with an oath, but continues for a lifetime. First as a medic in the United States Army, then as a teacher, and then in policy, advocacy and leadership development, Brian has committed his life to public service. His authentic and genuine nature allows others to express themselves without judgement. This is the ultimate characteristic needed to bring us from a community of division to once again be united.
  • Making every voice count by putting people first.
  • Placing people at the center of the healthcare experience.
  • Making the tax system simple, so all Americans can understand.
Healthcare

Education

Fiscal
There are many philosophers and leaders that I admire and look up to, from Jesus, Confucious, Lucius Annaeus Seneca, Marcus Aurelius and Guatama Buddha, to more modern leaders, such as Mahatma Ghandi, Abraham Lincoln, Mother Theresa and Martin Luther King, Jr. I believe, that all of these individuals had great self control and discipline over themselves. They feared not the hate or retribution for who they were. They pushed for love and humanity for all, searching for justice. They exemplified wisdom.

Their virtues and unbending authentic leadership led much of this group to their untimely demise; however lived fully and unapologetically, with a servant mindset. I would love to use my gifts in service to the rest of the world.
Leadership in Turbulent Times by Doris Kearns Goodwin.
Exemplifying the core virtues of: wisdom, justice, courage, and temperance (self-mastery).

Exercising the utmost integrity in all that they do.
Being open to diverse views, rather than being dismissive.
Prioritizing the needs of the United States over their own.
Representing the constituency with fierce resolve.
Amplifying the voice of the people.

Engaging Americans with its Government.
Diplomacy.

Patience.
Courage.
Wisdom.
Zest.
Gratitude.
Love.
Self-Mastery.
Curiosity.
Vigilance.
Fidelity.
Authenticity.

Humble.
To put country over self.

To represent those they serve.
To be open to diverse viewpoints.
To ensure the survival of our democracy.

To continue to push for legislation, even when the party is not the majority.
I would love to light the fervor of engaging all citizens with the government, by restoring justice and the voice of the people rather than allowing money to influence the outcomes of the masses.
At 8 years old, I was sitting in a classroom watching the Challenger Shuttle Launch. What was a celebration of science, turned into a lesson in how failure can happen. As an adult, I recognize the impact of group think and the need to listen to dissenting voices, so I can plan around potential risks. It is imperative to listen to every voice to avoid the potential pitfalls that may come in the future.
I remember having a lawn mowing business with my brother when I was a kid. It was called you "You Grow It. We Mow It." It was an amazing life building experience. We would roam the neighborhoods all throughout my childhood and teenage years. My first professional job was the United States Army. I serve honorably for four years. This experience taught me the value of commitment and courage, while giving me incredible interpersonal skills and an understanding of those around me. Servant leadership became a staple and a passion in my life.
"Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World" by David Epstein

His book transformed the way I looked at myself. I had many jobs in many fields and over time and felt I was way behind my peers. After reading his book, it let me know that I was still on my path. I started to recognize the knowledge that I gained in one field, although seemingly disparate, was applicable in others. This generating multiplying effects.

Now I recognize that politicians need to be well rounded and well versed in various topics, which will allow for greater understanding of the nuances presented by experts.
Ted Lasso
"If you're out there." by John Legend

The first lines are the core of what I believe right now:

If you hear this message, wherever you stand
I'm calling every woman, calling every man
We're the generation
We can't afford to wait

The future started yesterday and we're already late
Being afraid to take the risk of leaving the life I know and am comfortable with and going for the one thing that I have been meant to do--run for office. I've known I wanted to run for federal office for over a decade, butI couldn't build up the courage to do it--until now.
It has the ability to spend money. No other branch of government has that authority. It has the ability to create laws and bureaucracy. It is the core of our representative democracy. It brings more diversity and thought to the table from all over the country.
I believe there is a need to alter the culture of politicians. I would venture that is the core reason why Obama and Trump were both elected President. They represented something different. It is wonderful to be politically interested and experience is helpful, but is not required or necessary.
I believe there are many challenges that face our great Nation:

The two-party system, which promotes competition over collaboration- yielding a division between the citizens.
The limited access to seamless and affordable healthcare and preventative healthcare.
The increasing national debt, due to a failing tax system paired with pork barrel legislation.
The educational gap between affluent and non-affluent areas.

The future of our environment.

Agricultural

Veterans Affairs'
Education
Ethics

Science, Space, and Technology
N/A
Yes.
I believe that term limits should exist. This eliminates the influence of money on politics, where more politicians would not have to be concerned with raising money for their next election. Many politicians know what to do to make the country better, but they won't do it, because that won't get them re-elected.
John McCain
I was talking with an individual who quit his job in order to pursue his passion as a photographer. Money for his family became very difficult. He mentioned how his family was underinsured on healthcare because he can't afford the benefits that he had in his last job. He never recognized the need for affordable healthcare until he needed it. He is extremely talented at what he does and it makes me wonder how many Americans don't bring their gifts and talents to the world in service to others, because they cannot afford or are afraid to take the risk.
Three fish were swimming along. Two fish swam into a wall. The third said "DAM!"
I think healthy debate and an open-mind is desirable for policymaking. I feel that lobbying groups have too much influence on policymaking. Take for example the NRA. Over 80% of registered gun owners believe universal background checks should exist to own a gun; however the NRA opposes the people they represent. The national tracing center for weapons do not have computers to pull up the data. Everything is recorded on paper only.
I would push for a progressive consumption tax or laws that seek to ensure that everyone is contributing appropriately according to their wealth level.

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    1. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on January 28, 2022


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