David Biery

David Biery (independent) ran for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Kentucky. He did not appear on the ballot for the general election on November 8, 2022.

Biery completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Biery was born in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. He earned a certificate from the Six Sigma Global Institute in 2017. His career experience includes working in program management and as a church pastor.^[1]

Biery has been affiliated with the following organizations:^[1]

National Association of Evangelicals
Church of Christ
Libertarian Party

Elections

2022

General election

General election for U.S. Senate Kentucky

Incumbent Rand Paul defeated Charles Booker, Charles Lee Thomason, and Billy Ray Wilson in the general election for U.S. Senate Kentucky on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rand Paul (R)	61.8	913,326
		Charles Booker (D)	38.2	564,311
	Submit photo	Charles Lee Thomason (Independent) (Write-in)	0.0	145
		Billy Ray Wilson (Independent) (Write-in)	0.0	48

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,477,830
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David Biery (Independent)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Kentucky

Charles Booker defeated Joshua Blanton Sr., John Merrill, and Ruth Gao in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Kentucky on May 17, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Charles Booker	73.3	214,245
	Submit photo	Joshua Blanton Sr.	10.6	30,980
		John Merrill	9.9	28,931
		Ruth Gao	6.2	18,154

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 292,310
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. Senate Kentucky

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Kentucky on May 17, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rand Paul	86.4	333,051
		Val Fredrick	3.6	14,018
		Paul Hamilton	3.5	13,473
	Submit photo	Arnold Blankenship	2.6	10,092
		Tami Stainfield	2.5	9,526
		John Schiess	1.4	5,538

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 385,698
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Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

David Biery completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Biery'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.

My name is David Biery. I am running for United States Senate out of Kentucky. My campaign is simple common sense for the common man. It is time to put someone that has no political agenda besides working for his constituents and the American people

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 a politician, I am a man of We the People
Common Sense for the Common People
Restoring Liberty, protecting the constitutional rights of all Americans.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The first and second Amendments. These are fundamental to each and every citizen of this great republic. I am also passionate about our economic future, stopping the never ending deficit.

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

I look up to Jesus Christ. In following his example it helps people from all walks of life. Regardless of race, sex, gender, nationality, it allows for equal treatment and value.

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

NA

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

Working for the people that elected you, not your own financial gains

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

No agenda or career aspirations

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

To work on betterment of America.

What legacy would you like to leave?

A better America

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

The Challenger Space Shuttle explosion in 86. I was 6 years old.

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

McDonald’s and 6 months.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible - it holds the answers to all of life’s questions.

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

Batman

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

This old flag by Johnny Cash

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

Many things, mostly shared by most Americans. I am not rich, and I have had to work very hard for where I am today.

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

Maintaining our position in the global economy. With the current trend, we are on a downward spiral.

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

It holds the power with less is more. With 100 Senators and 435 Representatives, you have a greater responsibility.

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

Not at all. That’s the problem with congress, career politicians.

What do you think of the filibuster?

I think sometimes they are necessary. However we need to get back to good conversation and debate. We work for the American people not a party.

What criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees?

Bias, agenda, and endgame

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

Not at this time.

If you are a current senator, why did you join your current committees?

NA

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

No

Tell us your favorite joke.

NA

How would you evaluate a judicial nominee?

Fairness, impartiality, and record.

What kind of relationships would you build with other senators?

Working to resolve problems and passing common sense legislation that benefits the American people without killing the budget

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Kentucky's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Mitch McConnell (R)

Rand Paul (R)

Representatives

District 1

James Comer (R)

District 2

Brett Guthrie (R)

District 3

Morgan McGarvey (D)

District 4

Thomas Massie (R)

District 5

Hal Rogers (R)

District 6

Andy Barr (R)

Republican Party (7)

Democratic Party (1)

[bio-1] 1.0 ^1.1 Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on March 23, 2021.

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General election for U.S. Senate Kentucky

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