David Peelman
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David Peelman (Republican Party) ran for election to the Arizona House of Representatives to represent District 7. He lost in the general election on November 3, 2020.
Peelman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
David Peelman was born in Nocona, Texas. He served in United States Army from 1975 to 1979 and the United States Coast Guard from 1979 to 1996 and again from 2002 to 2006. Peelman pursued his undergraduate education from Troy State University, Modesto Junior College, and Northland Pioneer College. His career experience includes working as a realtor and serving in the military.[1]
Elections
2020
See also: Arizona House of Representatives elections, 2020
General election
General election for Arizona House of Representatives District 7 (2 seats)
Incumbent Myron Tsosie and incumbent Arlando Teller defeated Jim Parks, David Peelman, and Dylan Wisener in the general election for Arizona House of Representatives District 7 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Myron Tsosie (D) | 35.4 | 51,897 |
| ✔ |  | Arlando Teller (D) | 28.9 | 42,272 |
| Jim Parks (R) | 18.4 | 26,897 | ||
 | David Peelman (R)  | 17.4 | 25,424 | |
| Dylan Wisener (R) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 23 | ||
| Total votes: 146,513 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Arizona House of Representatives District 7 (2 seats)
Incumbent Myron Tsosie and incumbent Arlando Teller advanced from the Democratic primary for Arizona House of Representatives District 7 on August 4, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Myron Tsosie | 59.8 | 19,160 |
| ✔ | | Arlando Teller | 40.2 | 12,872 |
| Total votes: 32,032 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Arizona House of Representatives District 7 (2 seats)
Jim Parks and David Peelman advanced from the Republican primary for Arizona House of Representatives District 7 on August 4, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Jim Parks | 51.6 | 7,328 | |
| ✔ | | David Peelman | 48.4 | 6,860 |
| Total votes: 14,188 | |||
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Campaign finance
Campaign themes
2020
Ballotpedia survey responses
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David Peelman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Peelman's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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David Peelman is a US Army and Coast Guard veteran, serving a combined 25 years in military service, earning numerous awards and decorations in a 31-year period. First retired from the Coast Guard in 1996, then recalled to active duty after 9/11/2001. Retiring the second time from the Coast Guard in 2006, David and his bride of 43 years, Kathy, decided to make the White Mountains of Arizona their forever home, where he continues to embrace the conservative values and rural lifestyle that it embodies. David is currently a realtor serving the needs of Apache and Navajo County residents. In his time living in the White Mountains, David has served as Salvation Army Advisory Board Member, Vernon Fire District Board Member, Walking Down Ranch - veteran's village volunteer, Boy Scout Committee Chairman, and Founding Board Member of the Heart of the Cross Church. Throughout both his military and civilian careers, David has steadfastly demonstrated honesty, integrity, and commitment, with proven management, communication, and abundant leadership abilities. David is passionate about the country he continues to serve, her people and the values this nation was founded upon, Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness as expressed in the Declaration of Independence.
- Strong and steadfast commitment to fundamental rights as codified in US Constitution and Bill of Rights.
- Smaller, more responsive government with less taxes, and fewer regulations.
- Prosperity and smart growth through entrepreneurialism and education.
It is with reverence and adherence to our founding documents, the Declaration of Independence, US Constitution and Bill of Rights in the original context I look to for guidance in all matters effecting public policy, not the faddish, transitional or alternative interpretation. To include the manifestation of our fundamental rights as individual citizens, and the body politic.
The defense of this nation's sovereignty and protection of people is paramount to all other endeavors, this nation can undertake. This includes our borders, treaties, trade, and other agreements.
While there are many in the public's eye that I respect and look up to, it is my Army mentor and senior officer that I most closely align myself with and would want to emulate - Col. John M. Henchman. A man not known to many outside the Army at the time, yet a man of considerable talent, forbearance, tremendous moral and ethical standards, a kind and loving family man. A man that turned a knuckle-headed kid (me) into a man, and became a life long friend and mentor, personally and professionally.
The Founder's Bible by David Barton.
The top three characteristics for anyone desiring, or holding public trust is strict honesty, unbending ethics, high moral character and behavior. Without these three characteristics all others are wasted.
Passion for seeing a mission, work or piece of legislation through to fruition. Ability and desire to ACTIVELY listen to constituents. Ernest research into issues.
Listen, respond and act on the needs of the community represented. Be emphatic to needs and desires, be knowledgeable and conversant in the issues, and weigh the outcome of any legislation with what the community, and representative think is best for the community with what the actual costs (not only financially, but inclusive of all related matters).
My children. I am only here for a short while, and whatever I do on this earth pales in comparison to what I plant on earth.
First historical event that I recall with any clarity is the assassination for President John F. Kennedy. I was seven years old and in first grade at McSwain Union Elementary School, when the school principal announced the death of President Kennedy over the schools loudspeaker system. The teacher began crying, kids gathered to her, and she held them. We all seem bewildered and frightened. Soon the school buses took us home, or parents came and picked up their kids. I recall grainy black and white television images of Walter Cronkite on CBS news covering the story, the image of the motorcade and then the assassination of Lee Harvey Oswald. Life for us went on, but it was strangely different.
My first job for any sort of benefit, was that of a scullery worker in the school cafeteria; cleaning the trays, sweeping and swabbing the floors, and whatever else was needed of me. I worked in the cafeteria for my school lunch. I kept this job for one school year. Many families desired their children to participate in school employment in trade for the lunch program. It was rewarding and taught me several lessons in self-worth, ethics, pride in doing a job well. These lessons were the foundation to future jobs. In the summer after school let out, I worked with my brother picking tomatoes and peaches in the San Joaquin valley at the age of 12. I didn't last long; only one summer. The work was hard, the hours long, and the financial reward low.
Founder's Bible. It is the key reference to how and why this nation was formed.
Now, you're just getting silly.
Trailer for Rent.
There have been no short fall of struggles at times. Like many financial is always a concern, as is ensuring I follow the path of my savior.
For the Arizona Legislature, the primary difference is the number; one senator and two representatives per district.
No. I believe our founders envisioned citizen-servant public servant to be the model to which this nation, would best be governed. It was inevitable that office holders would aspire to, and ascend in the differing and hierarchical positions of appointed and elected offices. While this may seem to be an asset to congruity and stability, it has also created stagnation and cronyism. The trade off may not be of just and equal portions. The life blood of representation, and the liberty it is to ensure is routine and frequent elections.
Population growth, employment, water, education. Maricopa County is the fifth largest metropolitan area and the fastest growing; primarily with former California residents. It is the industrial and business hub of the Southwest, demanding more and more resources to accommodate the population growth. The original desert became productive farmland, then a growing and sprawling metropolitan area drawing on the precious commodity of water. The need for water is unabated, and a source of contention between various groups within the state; rural v. metro, native v. non native, California v. Arizona. It is a fact, we are not creating any new sources of water, and what water we have must be husbanded to the best and highest use - life!
Non-adversarial team-mates; that of a football quarterback and backfield, with the citizenry acting as coach, owner and manager.
It is essential to build relationships with other legislators, even those of differing views and the the opposing party. President Reagan a Republican, had a remarkably cordial and effective relationship with Speaker of the House Tip O'Neal a Democrat. This led to less dissension and greater cooperation in the federal government.
I will proudly serve in any committee assigned. I gravitate to those committees more closely aligned with my personal concerns for my district: Appropriations, Agriculture and Water, Commerce, Education, Energy and Natural Resources, Military Affairs and Government.
Leadership at any level, at any time is an imperative. I would not shy away from any leadership role.
I'm particularly impressed with Rep. Walt Blackman, and Rep. Mark Finchum. Both of who represent their districts with energy, vitality and common sense conservative values.
Having spoken frequently against abortion, I hear frequently from both women and men how an abortion has impacted their lives; what they thought then, and what they think now. The stories are as numerous as they are varied to the controversial topic. I find valid concerns in all the personal stories.
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See also
2020 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on May 21, 2020
Current members of the Arizona House of Representatives
Leadership
Speaker of the House:Steve Montenegro
Majority Leader:Michael Carbone
Minority Leader:Oscar De Los Santos
Representatives
Republican Party (33)
Democratic Party (27)
