Dario Duffe

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Dario Duffe

Republican Party

Personal

Religion

Jewish

Profession

Business owner

Dario Duffe (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent New Jersey's 8th Congressional District. He did not appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on June 4, 2024.

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

Biography

Dario Duffe attended Bergen Community College. His career experience includes owning his own business.

Elections

2024

See also: New Jersey's 8th Congressional District election, 2024

New Jersey's 8th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 4 Democratic primary)

New Jersey's 8th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 4 Republican primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House New Jersey District 8

Incumbent Robert Menendez Jr. defeated Anthony Valdes, Christian Robbins, Pablo Olivera, and Lea Sherman in the general election for U.S. House New Jersey District 8 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Robert Menendez Jr. (D)	59.2	116,434
		Anthony Valdes (R)	34.6	68,152
	Submit photo	Christian Robbins (G)	2.8	5,465
		Pablo Olivera (Labour Party)	2.2	4,295
	Submit photo	Lea Sherman (Socialist Workers Party)	1.2	2,419

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 196,765
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 8

Incumbent Robert Menendez Jr. defeated Ravinder Bhalla and Kyle Jasey in the Democratic primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 8 on June 4, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Robert Menendez Jr.	52.0	22,465
		Ravinder Bhalla	37.5	16,218
		Kyle Jasey	10.5	4,528

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 43,211
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 8

Anthony Valdes advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 8 on June 4, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Anthony Valdes	100.0	4,905

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,905
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Dario Duffe (R)

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Duffe in this election.

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

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

local bossiness owner looking to help the community

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?

• change is needed
• dario for congress
• dario for change

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

immigration, public affairs, education

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

no

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

honesty, loyalty

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

uphold constitution of the United States Of America

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

Many Historical events happen in my lifetime that i remember. The most important and tragic one was 911, I was in my twenties, and remember the day like if it was yesterday.

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

Slocum Skews Elementary school work there every summer while in High School

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

they should hold office proud and listen and help people. in office to help the county and its citizens to thrive as a nation and a family

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

I believe they should have some understanding of the governments branches and functions, but does not disqualifies someone because of lack of knowledge of specific laws etc. that is learned and researched. fresh mind will get the job done and more

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

immigration and education are major concern among Americans also social security and helping out citizens here in the states

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

depends of the work they have accomplish in that term. some politicians do nothing and just roll with the ball not acceptable

What are your thoughts on term limits?

depends on the office, strong believer in training and helping the next elected official. terms depends on the people who elect them.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

we can learn from the good ones and bad ones.

Both sitting representatives 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?

all stories have a point and are moving in many levels. we try to help everyone in many ways, the most impact a story you hear are the ones we can do something about.

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

yes i do believe its necessary to compromise in many aspects' however will stick to mi principals and believes

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

I agree

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

full power is needed to learn the truth and correct any path.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

I don't know any politicians nor belong to any political organization, the community and family have endorse me.

What committees interest you?

immigration, educations. home land security

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

total disclosure

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Footnotes

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New Jersey's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Cory Booker (D)

Andrew Kim (D)

Representatives

District 1

Donald Norcross (D)

District 2

Jeff Van Drew (R)

District 3

Herbert Conaway (D)

District 4

Chris Smith (R)

District 5

Josh Gottheimer (D)

District 6

Frank Pallone (D)

District 7

Thomas Kean (R)

District 8

Robert Menendez (D)

District 9

Nellie Pou (D)

District 10

LaMonica McIver (D)

District 11

Mikie Sherrill (D)

District 12

Bonnie Coleman (D)

Democratic Party (11)

Republican Party (3)