Jerry Bingham (Idaho)

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Jerry Bingham

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 21, 2024

Personal

Birthplace

Blackfoot, Idaho

Religion

Christian

Profession

Self-employed farmer

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Jerry Bingham (Republican Party) ran for election to the Idaho State Senate to represent District 30. He lost in the Republican primary on May 21, 2024.

Biography

Jerry Bingham was born in Blackfoot, Idaho. His career experience includes working as a farmer.

Elections

2024

See also: Idaho State Senate elections, 2024

General election

General election for Idaho State Senate District 30

Incumbent Julie VanOrden defeated Karen Keith in the general election for Idaho State Senate District 30 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Julie VanOrden (R)	84.0	17,996
	Submit photo	Karen Keith (D)	16.0	3,432

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 21,428
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Idaho State Senate District 30

Karen Keith advanced from the Democratic primary for Idaho State Senate District 30 on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Karen Keith	100.0	286

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 286
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Idaho State Senate District 30

Incumbent Julie VanOrden defeated Jerry Bingham in the Republican primary for Idaho State Senate District 30 on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Julie VanOrden	63.1	4,765
		Jerry Bingham	36.9	2,782

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 7,547
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Endorsements

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2022

See also: Idaho State Senate elections, 2022

General election

General election for Idaho State Senate District 30

Incumbent Julie VanOrden defeated Dave Archuleta in the general election for Idaho State Senate District 30 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Julie VanOrden (R)	84.3	10,948
	Submit photo	Dave Archuleta (D)	15.7	2,040

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 12,988
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Idaho State Senate District 30

Dave Archuleta advanced from the Democratic primary for Idaho State Senate District 30 on May 17, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Dave Archuleta	100.0	309

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 309
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Idaho State Senate District 30

Incumbent Julie VanOrden defeated Jerry Bingham in the Republican primary for Idaho State Senate District 30 on May 17, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Julie VanOrden	57.9	4,518
		Jerry Bingham	42.1	3,283

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 7,801
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Barry Johnson (R)

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2022

Jerry Bingham completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bingham'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 a farmer living with my family 10 miles west of Blackfoot. I was taught at a young age to work hard, be honest and if something is wrong, make it right. As an elected member of the Snake River School District Board. I experienced first hand some of the dishonesty and disregard for taxpayers money that existed at the time. Now that my five sons and their families are taking over more of the farm responsibilities, I feel that I have the time and resources to make right some of the wrongs I have witnessed encroaching our society. I want to be an honest representative for my community and help stop the destruction of our liberties and freedom.

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 an advocate for Parents being able to choose which school environment is best for their children. I support Charter and Home schooling. I am against Federal manipulation of local school curriculum.
• Being a farmer, I am well aware of the issues facing Agriculture. I believe that Big Government regulation is a threat to all businesses, families and liberty. Land use and Water rights are to be defended vigorously.
• 2nd Ammendment gun rights are key to a free society. I will defend our God given rights to own and bear arms to my last breath.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Land use and Water rights. Parental rights and Education. Honesty in Local, State and Federal Government. The right to own and carry firearms.

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

The Bible

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

HONESTY. Government money is not Free money. Limited government regulations.

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

I am Honest. I have a good sense of humor. I can disagree with others without becoming angry. I have strong common sense. I feel compassion and care for others.

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

Honesty. Represent your constituents, not special interest groups or lobbyists.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I was an honest and uncorruptable politician.

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

Farm work, herding sheep and moving pipe. 7 years old to present

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

After the death of my father and two brothers in an airplane crash, our farm was foreclosed by the bank. I was allowed to lease it back and I and my young wife and family worked day and night to be able to repurchase it and continue farming for the last 40+ years.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

Separate and jealously defended.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Moral decay as our children are being taught Social and Moral values by a corrupt Federal government that has been allowed by our state to infiltrate our local schools.

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

No. It is better to have new people in politics from time to time keeping a fresh perspective and curtailing cronyism.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Only on a friendship and respect basis. I dislike the "old boys network of your scratch my back, I'll scratch yours politics". It is WRONG to reward each other with Committee assignments, special privileges and wealth.

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

Agriculture, Education, Jpac

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

No

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Anything outside the boundary of the powers stated in the Idaho Constitution should be taken care of by the legislature.

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

Not if it's immoral or destructive to liberty and freedom.

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Jerry Bingham campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Idaho State Senate District 30	Lost primary	$12,722	$14,083
2022	Idaho State Senate District 30	Lost primary	$22,059	$21,620
Grand total			$34,781	$35,703
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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Footnotes

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Current members of the Idaho State Senate

Leadership

Majority Leader:Lori Den Hartog

Minority Leader:Melissa Wintrow

Senators

District 1

Jim Woodward (R)

District 2

Phil Hart (R)

District 3

Doug Okuniewicz (R)

District 4

Ben Toews (R)

District 5

Carl Bjerke (R)

District 6

Dan Foreman (R)

District 7

Cindy Carlson (R)

District 8

Christy Zito (R)

District 9

Brandon Shippy (R)

District 10

Tammy Nichols (R)

District 11

Camille Blaylock (R)

District 12

Ben Adams (R)

District 13

Brian Lenney (R)

District 14

C. Scott Grow (R)

District 15

Codi Galloway (R)

District 16

Alison Rabe (D)

District 17

Carrie Semmelroth (D)

District 18

Janie Ward-Engelking (D)

District 19

Melissa Wintrow (D)

District 20

Josh Keyser (R)

District 21

Treg Bernt (R)

District 22

Lori Den Hartog (R)

District 23

Todd Lakey (R)

District 24

Glenneda Zuiderveld (R)

District 25

Josh Kohl (R)

District 26

Ron Taylor (D)

District 27

Kelly Anthon (R)

District 28

Jim Guthrie (R)

District 29

James Ruchti (D)

District 30

Julie VanOrden (R)

District 31

Van Burtenshaw (R)

District 32

Kevin Cook (R)

District 33

David Lent (R)

District 34

Doug Ricks (R)

District 35

Mark Harris (R)

Republican Party (29)

Democratic Party (6)