Dakotah Miskus
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Dakotah Miskus (Libertarian Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Indiana's 1st Congressional District. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Miskus completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Dakotah Miskus was born in Hammond, Indiana. His career experience includes working in customer service.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Indiana's 1st Congressional District election, 2024
Indiana's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (May 7 Democratic primary)
Indiana's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (May 7 Republican primary)
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2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Dakotah Miskus completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Miskus' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I am Dakotah Miskus, a dedicated community member and passionate advocate for positive change in Indiana’s 1st District. As a proud resident of this district, I am committed to representing the needs and aspirations of our community in Washington. My background in customer service and management has equipped me with the skills and insights necessary to address the challenges we face. I believe in listening to the voices of our constituents and working tirelessly to ensure that their concerns are heard and addressed.
- A Fresh Voice for Indiana’s 1st District: I bring a new perspective and fresh ideas to tackle the issues that matter most to our community. My commitment is to serve the people, not the establishment.
Empowering Individuals: I believe in reducing government interference in our daily lives and empowering individuals to make their own choices. This includes advocating for lower taxes, deregulation, and protecting personal freedoms.
- Fiscal Responsibility: It is essential to manage our national budget responsibly. I am committed to reducing government spending, eliminating waste, and ensuring that more taxpayer dollars are kept in the pokers of the workers to used efficiently to benefit the community.
- Defending Civil Liberties: Protecting our constitutional rights is paramount. I will fight to uphold free speech, the right to bear arms, privacy rights against government overreach, and the rights of all individuals, including LGBTQ rights and women’s rights. Everyone deserves equal protection under the law, and I am committed to ensuring that all people are treated with dignity and respect.
I am particularly passionate about the following areas of public policy:
• Economic Freedom
• Healthcare Reform
• Criminal Justice Reform
• Second Amendment Rights
• Women’s Rights
• LGBTQ Rights I look up to Ron Paul for his financial policy and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) for her ambition, drive, and honesty. Their dedication to their principles and their ability to inspire and connect with people are qualities I admire and strive to emulate.
I would recommend George Orwell’s “1984” as a stark illustration of what my political philosophy stands against. The totalitarian regime depicted in “1984” represents the extreme dangers of government overreach, loss of individual freedoms, and pervasive surveillance. In contrast, my views advocate for limited government, individual liberty, and the protection of personal privacy and freedoms. Reading “1984” highlights the importance of the principles I stand for, as it shows the devastating consequences when those principles are not upheld.
The most important characteristics and principles for an elected official include honesty, tact, a willingness to listen, and integrity. These qualities ensure that the official is transparent, respectful in all interactions, receptive to the concerns of constituents, and consistently upholds strong ethical standards.
My management skills would play a large role in my success as an officeholder, as well as my ability to work with people from all walks of life, which I've developed through my experience in customer service. Additionally, I bring a fresh perspective that can drive innovative solutions and foster cooperation.
I believe the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office include:
1. Representing Constituents: Advocating for the needs and interests of all constituents.
2. Legislating: Drafting and voting on laws that protect individual freedoms.
3. Oversight: Ensuring government transparency and accountability.
4. Constituent Services: Assisting constituents with federal issues.
5. Communication: Keeping constituents informed and engaged.
6. Budget Management: Promoting fiscal responsibility and reducing waste. I would like my legacy to be remembered for helping lower the national debt, allowing people to enjoy more freedom, and making our government and country a more accepting place for different opinions. I believe these changes are essential for fostering a prosperous and inclusive society.
The first historical event I vaguely remember is my parents panicking during 9/11, but the event I clearly recall is the financial crisis. I was nearly 3 years old during 9/11 and around 9 years old when the financial crisis hit.
My very first job was at Old Navy when I was 15 years old. I held that position for three years.
My favorite book is “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee. The moral of the story, which emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and standing up against prejudice, resonates deeply with me. As a member of the LGBTQ community, I have faced my own struggles with acceptance and understanding. This book’s message of looking beyond societal biases and striving to see the world from another’s perspective has been a guiding principle in my life, helping me navigate and overcome challenges with compassion and resilience.
Definitely Dumbledore from Harry Potter.
One significant struggle in my life has been balancing the demands of work, education, and personal commitments while having a job that pays enough to cover the bills. Juggling these responsibilities has taught me the importance of time management, perseverance, and finding a healthy work-life balance. Despite the challenges, this experience has strengthened my ability to stay focused and resilient under pressure.
The U.S. House of Representatives is unique due to it’s direct representation of the people due to its 2 year terms that ensures it remains close to their constituents most pressing needs and concerns. It also has the exclusive power to initiate revenue bills reflecting its role as the most accountable to the electorate. Additionally, it has more members than the senate which allows for a more representation of the population.
I believe that it is marginally beneficial as it gives you a peak behind the curtain and allows you to better understand processes. With that being said it can also make you stagnate and grow further from the people you are meant to represent. That being said a new face and better representation of the constituents is always a good idea because they know through lived experiences what it is like to live the average American life.
The biggest challenge for the next decade is closing the deep political divide and promoting unity and cooperation. Without these, a government can never accomplish anything substantially good for its population. In addition, addressing government spending is crucial. We need to ensure that taxpayer dollars are used efficiently and responsibly. This includes cutting wasteful expenditures and prioritizing investments that truly benefit the American people. Achieving fiscal responsibility while fostering a collaborative political environment will be essential for our nation’s progress and stability.
Yes, I do believe that 2 year terms are appropriate for the office. I believe that due to the shorter term lengths the representatives remain closer and more accountable to their constituents thus, ensuring they remain responsive to the needs and opinions of the people they are elected to represent.
I do believe that term limits are a good thing for the same reason that congress in 1951 thought it would be a good idea to put a term limit on the President. Thus ensuring consistent and peaceful transfer of power.
I don’t have one but if I did it would be a mix of Ron Paul and Tip O’Neill as Ron Paul was the face of Libertarian beliefs for the 23 years he was in the house and Tip O’Neill because he was renowned for his ability to work across party lines and foster bipartisanship.
I don’t have any one particular story that really sticks out. But, I hear stories all the time in my district about people struggling to buy formula for their babies, gas to get to work, or even getting the power turned off because they had to buy groceries that were too expensive because of rising prices and taxation that takes a third of their paychecks. Those are the people that inspired me to run for the U.S. House to begin with.
Absolutely, even though we all like to believe that our way is the best way. In a country of over 330 Million people we have a range of different views, ideas and opinions on any issue and all offer valuable insights and opportunities to learn. In a democracy we all have to compromise in aspects of our lives and politics is no different because, all areas of our country have different specific needs that need to be met. While it is best to stand up for what you believe in sometimes we all have to compromise because some progress through compromise is better than no progress at all.
The constitutional mandate that all revenue-raising bills must originate in the House of Representatives would play a significant role in my priorities because it directly ties me to the financial well-being of my constituents. If elected, I will be aware of the fact that any decision to raise taxes will impact the every day people and lives of their families in my district. I will ensure to not place any more undue financial burden onto my constituents and work to decrease the current burden.
The U.S. House should use it’s investigative powers to ensure government accountability, uncover wasteful and abusive use of funds, and to protect individual liberties. These investigations should focus on uncovering government overreach and inefficiency.
Ethics, Foreign Affairs, Financial Services, Ways and Means and Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.
I believe that financial transparency and government accountability are essential for a healthy democracy. Citizens deserve to know how their tax dollars are being spent, and transparency helps prevent corruption and misuse of funds. I will advocate for policies that ensure clear and accessible public records, regular audits, and stringent reporting requirements.
Accountability means that public officials must be answerable to the people they serve. This includes being responsive to constituents, adhering to ethical standards, and facing consequences for misconduct. I am committed to holding government officials accountable and promoting a culture of integrity and responsibility at all levels of government.
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