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Jenica Martin
Jenica Martin (Libertarian Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Maryland's 1st Congressional District. She lost in the general election on November 6, 2018.
Martin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2018. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Martin volunteers with the National CASA Association as a court-appointed special advocate.[1]
Elections
2018
General election
General election for U.S. House Maryland District 1
Incumbent Andrew Harris defeated Jesse Colvin and Jenica Martin in the general election for U.S. House Maryland District 1 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Andrew Harris (R) | 60.0 | 183,662 |
 | Jesse Colvin (D)  | 38.1 | 116,631 | |
 | Jenica Martin (L) | 1.9 | 5,744 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.0 | 149 | ||
| Total votes: 306,186 (100.00% precincts reporting) | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 1
The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 1 on June 26, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jesse Colvin | 37.8 | 14,075 |
 | Allison Galbraith | 28.1 | 10,440 | |
| Michael Brown | 15.1 | 5,600 | ||
 | Michael Pullen | 13.0 | 4,819 | |
 | Steve Worton | 3.9 | 1,442 | |
 | Erik Lane | 2.2 | 815 | |
| Total votes: 37,191 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 1
Incumbent Andrew Harris defeated Martin Elborn and Lamont Taylor in the Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 1 on June 26, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Andrew Harris | 85.8 | 48,944 |
 | Martin Elborn | 9.8 | 5,606 | |
 | Lamont Taylor | 4.4 | 2,496 | |
| Total votes: 57,046 | |||
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Campaign themes
2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Jenica Martin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Martin's responses.
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
Completely repeal the Affordable Care Act and provide citizens more autonomy for their health care while, eliminating legislation related to the "war on drugs." Expand legal immigration opportunities and transition the responsibility of guest worker visa programs to the States while, reforming the criminal justice system. Significantly decrease federal spending and eliminate means-tested welfare.
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
Economic Policy (Fiscal) Social Policy (social assistance & social insurance programs)
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
Ron Paul - As a true advocate for individual liberty and limited government, Mr. Paul's stances on fiscal conservatism, free trade, free market environmentalism and the elimination of the "war on drugs' directly reflects the constitutional principles statesmen are required to abide by.
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
An elected official is required to exhibit a foundation reflective of firm fundamental truths, a higher sense of morality with an understanding of absolute right and wrong, a clear vision that mirrors the foundation of Constitutional principles, and a profound humility to perform one's duties based on what is best for the people instead of personal interest.
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
Within the non-profit sector, I have spent my adult life displaying leadership, humility and, a sound sense of morality in efforts to aid those who are disadvantaged. I have shared my time giving a voice to those who lacked the resources to use their own.
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
Federal leadership is required to protect the inalienable rights of all citizens, protect Constitutional law, and ensure government sustains a decentralized role.
What legacy would you like to leave?
I would like to leave a legacy in which citizens acquire a new found belief that those who govern can be transparent, honest, and righteous. I look to aid in the elimination of an increasing discontent for governing entities.
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Thanksgiving
What is your favorite book? Why?
Paradise Lost by John Milton
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
Wonder Woman
What process do you favor for redistricting?
End gerrymandering.
Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?
I believe it is beneficial to have the knowledge of our Constitutional principles, as well as, the foundation of policy precedence.
What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?
Eliminating its path towards centralized control instead of maintaining federalism.
Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?
Yes
What are your thoughts on term limits?
Term limits are a necessity and should be implemented.
Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
Ron Paul
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See also
- United States House of Representatives
- Maryland's 1st Congressional District election, 2018
- Maryland's 1st Congressional District
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