Chad Williams (Oklahoma)

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Chad Williams

Libertarian Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

Luther High School

Bachelor's

University of Central Oklahoma, 2010

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Years of service

2002 - 2006

Personal

Birthplace

Oklahoma City, Okla.

Religion

Non-practicing

Profession

Business owner

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Chad Williams (Libertarian Party) ran for election for Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Williams completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Chad Williams was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2002 to 2006. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2010. His career experience includes working as a business owner.

Elections

2024

See also: Oklahoma Corporation Commission election, 2024

General election

General election for Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner

Brian Bingman defeated Harold Spradling and Chad Williams in the general election for Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Brian Bingman (R)	63.7	979,802
		Harold Spradling (D)	28.9	444,736
		Chad Williams (L)	7.4	114,257

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,538,795
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Harold Spradling advanced from the Democratic primary for Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner

Brian Bingman defeated Justin Hornback and Russell Ray in the Republican primary for Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner on June 18, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Brian Bingman	53.4	126,778
		Justin Hornback	28.7	68,039
		Russell Ray	17.9	42,516

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 237,333
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Libertarian primary election

The Libertarian primary election was canceled. Chad Williams advanced from the Libertarian primary for Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner.

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Williams in this election.

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Chad Williams completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Williams' 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.

Chad Williams is an entrepreneur and political activist from Choctaw, Oklahoma. Together with his wife Kendra, they raise their 17 year old son, Kyle who has Cerebral Palsy.

After 9/11 Chad joined the Marine Corps becoming a KC-130 Navigator at MCAS Cherry Point, NC. After which he decided to re-enlist into the National Guard. Chad served with the 1345th Transportation Company as the company dispatcher.

Graduating in 2010 with a B.A. in Management from the University of Central Oklahoma, Chad went into the oilfield first as an equipment operator but quickly promoted to Service Supervisor.

Being forced to make a career change after the slow-down, Chad became a security alarm service technician. This provided a foundation for him to start Automated Home Solutions. His other business ventures include being part owner of Protective Alarm System Services providing security and surveillance products and services to the South Central region of the US. He is also a licensed home inspector in Oklahoma.

Having been active throughout his life in the realm of politics he was elected to serve as Treasurer of the Oklahoma Libertarian Party in 2017 and Chair in 2019. He also ran and won election as the Ward 1 City Councilman in Choctaw where he quickly became a leader in the City disrupting 30+ years of government mismanagement. Chad fought against lockdowns and mask mandates during COVID, over regulation on businesses, and challenged ordinances aimed at restricting property rights.

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?

• I am not running for office as a stepping stone to higher political ambitions. My commitment is to serve and address the immediate needs and concerns of Oklahomans. I am here to make a tangible difference in the present, not to use this position as a mere launching pad for personal advancement. My focus is on effective governance and real results, not on climbing the political ladder
• I would like to see a shift towards performance-based regulation (PBR) where utilities are rewarded for meeting specific performance metrics such as service quality, efficiency improvements, and customer satisfaction, rather than merely reimbursing costs. This can incentivize utilities to innovate and improve service delivery.
• As we continue to advance technologically, it becomes increasingly imperative to reevaluate and update our regulatory frameworks to reflect the current state of technology and market dynamics. Older technologies, like landlines and cotton gins, once pivotal in shaping our industrial and communication landscapes, now operate in vastly different contexts. It is time to consider the deregulation of these sectors to foster innovation, reduce unnecessary bureaucratic overhead, and better allocate resources to more current and emerging technologies. By reducing the regulatory burden on these older technologies, we can encourage more efficient and competitive market conditions, ultimately benefiting both the economy and consumers.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

My commitment is to advocate for policies that promote transparency, fairness, and open markets, ensuring that no entity, public or private, can unfairly dominate our economic landscape. I believe in fostering an environment where competition thrives, diversity is encouraged, and freedom is safeguarded.

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

The Corporation Commission is responsible for regulating so much of Oklahoma's economic systems. Aside from the Governor and the legislature as a whole it is perhaps the most important government entity in the State of Oklahoma.

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

I really admire President Coolidge. His approach to governance was less is best. This led to one of the most prosperous decades in US history, The Roaring 20's.

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

Economics in One Lesson by Henry Hazlitt

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

Honesty and integrity are the most important characteristics of an elected official. Many times elected officials will either water down the truth, avoid discussion, or will flat out lie about a situation if they feel it could negatively affect their chance at re-election. This makes for poor leadership and even poorer government.

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

The core responsibility for a Corporation Commissioner is first to the people of Oklahoma. The entire idea of regulation is to protect the people. Secondary to that is to balance that protection with as little interference with the free market as possible. Where it comes to public utilities the Corporation Commission should foster means to allow for competition, innovation, and quality of service to the rate payers.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Just like nature one should strive to leave a place in better condition that when you found it. My aim when I leave office is to have made the state a better place to live, work, and raise a family.

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

The first historical event I remember was President Reagan's iconic speech in West Berlin. I was six years old and remember how profound and daring it was to openly challenge the Soviet Union. I knew then that world events were about to change drastically.

What responsibilities of this office do you personally consider the most important?

As the oil and gas industry dominates the Oklahoma economy, the office of a Corporation Commissioner is one-third of the decision making process that holds the life blood of the state in its hands.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Most people may be unaware that the Corporation Commission oversees the regulation of the cotton gins in Oklahoma as well as all commercial transportation within the state.

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

While it is beneficial, I don't believe it is necessary.

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

I believe having an understanding of how the oil and gas industry works as a whole would be most beneficial.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Bethany City Councilman and former Gubernatorial candidate Chris Powell

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Government should have absolute transparency and accountability. However, their idea of this usually entails complicated accounting practices and schemes that obfuscate the general public.

Do you support or oppose changes to the current state ballot initiative process? If so, what kind of changes would you consider?

I oppose the current efforts to block and/or confine the abilities for people to utilize the ballot initiative and referendum processes. I believe the current laws make it nearly impossible to successfully pass an initiative. Referendums are even harder evidenced by the fact that fewer than 25 have ever made it to the petition phase, much less the ballot.

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Chad Williams campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner	Lost general	$1,128	$1,128
Grand total			$1,128	$1,128
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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