Derrick Johns

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Derrick Johns

Republican Party

Education

Bachelor's

Hamilton College, 1995

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Years of service

1987 - 1991

Personal

Birthplace

New Britain, Conn.

Religion

Gnostic Christian

Profession

Founder and CEO

Contact

Campaign website

Personal LinkedIn

Derrick Johns (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 31st Congressional District. He did not appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on March 1, 2022.

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

Biography

Derrick Johns was born in New Britain, Connecticut. Johns' professional experience includes working as the founder and CEO of DiFusion Inc. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1987 to 1991. Johns earned a bachelor's degree from Hamilton College in 1995.

Johns has been affiliated with the American Legion, YAL, and DAV.

Elections

2022

See also: Texas' 31st Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Texas District 31

Incumbent John Carter won election in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 31 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		John Carter (R)	100.0	183,185

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Christopher Scurry (D)
• Jonathan Hildner (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 31

Incumbent John Carter defeated Mike Williams and Abhiram Garapati in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 31 on March 1, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		John Carter	71.1	50,887
		Mike Williams	19.7	14,115
		Abhiram Garapati	9.2	6,590

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Derrick Johns (R)
• Jason Hutson (R)

Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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

I am a former US Marine and successful biotech entrepreneur. I am married to Jennifer my wife of 25 years. We have 2 daughters Erynn 22 - West Point Graduate and Kaitlynn currently a Midshipman 2nd Class at the US Naval Academy. I attended Hamilton College 1995 - Senior Thesis on Viral Evolution

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?

• Secure the Texas Border
• Reform Big Tech Censorship
• Return US Drug Manufacturing fro China to US controlled supply chains

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Monetary Policy

National Security - Border and abroad

Energy Policy

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

Pericles fro ancient Greece - the warrior politician who was the greatest politician in the history of Athens. He was a great tactician on the battlefield and a great political strategist. He presided over the greatest time for Athens and was loved by the people

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

The Federalist Papers - The US Constitution and the Bill of Rights

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

Integrity

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

I am a fighter and a contingency planner, when I set a goal I achieve that goal. Not always with my first second or third plan, but I always get there, the route changes fluently.

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

To represent the PEOPLE, not the Lobbyists, not the Corporations not the PAC's

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to help lead a grass roots revolt against establishment republicans inn Texas and in every district a GOP 3+ term RINO sits.

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

Iran Contra and Reagan Assassination attempt

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

My first job was clearing lots for residential construction. I did it for 2 consecutive summers at age 15 and 16.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Count of one Christo - He was the ultimate "planner and strategist"

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

Maximus - from Gladiator, for he returned the REPUBLIC to the PEOPLE

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

We went out last night - Kenney Chesney

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

Building a startup biotech fro scratch over 13 years was a far bigger challenge than I had envisioned. In the end, while success is rewarding I realized the JOURNEY is what made me the man I am today rather than the destination.

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

None worthy of mention in its current form

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

No

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

Woke Capitalism and Chinese influence over US Companies

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

US Armed Service

Intelligence

Foreign Relations

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

N/A

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

No more than 3 terms if Chairing a Committee - 2 terms otherwise

What are your thoughts on term limits?

The US House has term limits - they are called ELECTIONS every 2 years. Our Founders never envisioned career politicians that never return to the public sector

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

Rand Paul / Ted Cruz

Tell us your favorite joke.

Joe Biden is a MENSA member

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

NO - the establishment GOP is playing by the old rules - there is o compromise with the current left. We are at a crossroad in history.

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 would increase Tariffs 3% on EVERY imported good into the USA - as our Founders envisioned. Taxes just be cut to a 15% flat tax on household income in excess of $100,000

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Footnotes

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Texas' current delegation to the United States Congress

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Representatives

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Nathaniel Moran (R)

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Daniel Crenshaw (R)

District 3

Keith Self (R)

District 4

Pat Fallon (R)

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Lance Gooden (R)

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Jake Ellzey (R)

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Lizzie Fletcher (D)

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Morgan Luttrell (R)

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Al Green (D)

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Michael McCaul (R)

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August Pfluger (R)

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Craig Goldman (R)

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Ronny Jackson (R)

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Randy Weber (R)

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Monica De La Cruz (R)

District 16

Veronica Escobar (D)

District 17

Pete Sessions (R)

District 18

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Jodey Arrington (R)

District 20

Joaquin Castro (D)

District 21

Chip Roy (R)

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Troy Nehls (R)

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Tony Gonzales (R)

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Beth Van Duyne (R)

District 25

Roger Williams (R)

District 26

Brandon Gill (R)

District 27

Michael Cloud (R)

District 28

Henry Cuellar (D)

District 29

Sylvia Garcia (D)

District 30

Jasmine Crockett (D)

District 31

John Carter (R)

District 32

Julie Johnson (D)

District 33

Marc Veasey (D)

District 34

Vicente Gonzalez (D)

District 35

Greg Casar (D)

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Brian Babin (R)

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Lloyd Doggett (D)

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Wesley Hunt (R)

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