Jake Denniston (Campton City Commission At-large, Kentucky, candidate 2024)

Jake Denniston

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Nonpartisan

Candidate, Campton City Commission At-large

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Last election

November 5, 2024

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Birthplace

Lexington, Ky.

Religion

Christian

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Jake Denniston ran for election to the Campton City Commission At-large in Kentucky. He was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.^[source]

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

Biography

Jake Denniston provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 22, 2024:

• Birth date: November 16, 2005
• Birth place: Lexington, Kentucky
• High school: Wolfe County High School
• Gender: Male
• Religion: Christian
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: Small Town, Big Decisions
• Campaign endorsements

Elections

General election

General election for Campton City Commission At-large (4 seats)

Jason Banks, Chris Campbell, Jake Denniston, Randall Hendrix, and Lisa Terrill ran in the general election for Campton City Commission At-large on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Jason Banks (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Chris Campbell (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Jake Denniston (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Randall Hendrix (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Lisa Terrill (Nonpartisan)

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

I am an 18 year old native to Campton who was inspired to enter public service after seeing the struggles and hardships of people across my community, my father and I have worked on a plan to fix our water shortage. My plans go beyond that also I intend on investing in a city cop, fixing our water problems, creating a stronger community in Campton, and working together on issues to move our small town forwards.

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 want to ensure that our community has a city cop so that our parks are a safe environment for children and families and not a place to abuse drugs.
• I want to invest in our water with the infrastructure funding that we have received.
• I want to turn Campton into a community again and seek state funding for initiatives to lower drug use and provide entertainment in Campton.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Ensuring that everyone have access to the best quality of water, safety, community, and life possible.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

It serves as the governing body to our city

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

I would say I put God first but I look up to many people, including members of my family, my friends, and other people who have been influential in my life.

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

Public service isn’t just inviting someone to the table, it’s believing that they belong there and that their voice should be heard. That’s how I think politics should be.

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

Integrity, honesty, and the ability to get stuff done.

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

I am willing to listen to everyone, I don’t do what’s popular I do what’s right, and I’m going to fight for the people I represent to my fullest ability.

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

To provide a better future for the people of Campton, to promote community, drug awareness, and be a good role model and public servant to our people and represent them fully.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to be able to look back and see that I did help improve the lives of the people in my community.

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

The first major historical event that I can remember is the 2008 recession, I was 3 years old.

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

My first job was as a tour guide at the Red River Gorge Underground and I worked for about 2 months.

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

I can’t really think of something too public, but everyone has their struggles. I am truly blessed to be happy and healthy in life at the moment though.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

The power to raise water bills which I am 100% against doing and will not vote to raise any costs on citizens by 1 copper penny.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

I have more experience in political discussion than any of my opponents this year, but that’s for the voters to decide.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

The ability to work with others and get things done.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

It has the ability to make ordinances and control water based decisions.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

•State Representative Timmy Truett
•President Allison Wiseman (Kentucky Young Democrats)

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I believe it is crucial and important for our public servants/elected officials to cover it.

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