Joel Kintsel

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Joel Kintsel

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

June 28, 2022

Education

Bachelor's

Oklahoma State University, 2000

Law

University of Oklahoma College of Law, 2003

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

2001 - 2009

Personal

Birthplace

Bakersfield, Calif.

Religion

Christian

Profession

Executive Director

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Joel Kintsel (Republican Party) ran for election for Governor of Oklahoma. He lost in the Republican primary on June 28, 2022.

Kintsel completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Joel Kintsel was born in Bakersfield, California. He served in the U.S. Army from 2001 to 2009. He earned a bachelor's degree from Oklahoma State University in 2000 and a law degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2003. His career experience includes working as an executive director for the Oklahoma Dept. of Veterans Affairs, as a lieutenant colonel in the Oklahoma Air National Guard, and as the parliamentarian of the Oklahoma House of Representatives. Kintsel has been affiliated with the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Crossings Community Church, and the Education and Employment Ministry.

Elections

2022

See also: Oklahoma gubernatorial election, 2022

General election

General election for Governor of Oklahoma

Incumbent Kevin Stitt defeated Joy Hofmeister, Natalie Bruno, and Ervin Yen in the general election for Governor of Oklahoma on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Kevin Stitt (R)	55.4	639,484
		Joy Hofmeister (D)	41.8	481,904
		Natalie Bruno (L)	1.4	16,243
		Ervin Yen (Independent)	1.4	15,653

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,153,284
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Paul Tay (Independent)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Governor of Oklahoma

Joy Hofmeister defeated Constance Johnson in the Democratic primary for Governor of Oklahoma on June 28, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Joy Hofmeister	60.7	101,913
		Constance Johnson	39.3	65,894

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 167,807
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Governor of Oklahoma

Incumbent Kevin Stitt defeated Joel Kintsel, Mark Sherwood, and Moira McCabe in the Republican primary for Governor of Oklahoma on June 28, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Kevin Stitt	69.1	248,525
		Joel Kintsel	14.3	51,587
		Mark Sherwood	13.3	47,713
		Moira McCabe	3.3	12,046

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 359,871
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Ervin Yen (R)

Libertarian primary election

The Libertarian primary election was canceled. Natalie Bruno advanced from the Libertarian primary for Governor of Oklahoma.

Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Joel Kintsel completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Kintsel'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.

Joel Kintsel grew up in Oilton, Oklahoma graduating from Oklahoma State University in 2000 with a degree in Journalism. In 2003, Joel graduated with a Juris Doctor from the University of Oklahoma and is a member of the Oklahoma Bar Association.

Joel deployed to Iraq in 2008 with Oklahoma’s 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) and is currently a lieutenant colonel and a JAG in the Oklahoma Air National Guard. Joel and his wife, Nancy Kintsel, have two children and live in Oklahoma City. Joel served as Parliamentarian for the Oklahoma House of Representatives for 14 years. During this time, he developed the House’s procedural manual still in use today. He is an expert in constitutional government and the legislative process. Currently, Joel serves as Executive Director for the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA). Joel was the first ODVA Director to convene a collaborative meeting with the leaders of the major veteran service organizations. Under his leadership, the veterans community in Oklahoma has achieved greater unity and better service for veterans. In 2021, ODVA became #1 among the 50 states for per-capita federal benefits for disabled Oklahoma veterans. Joel Kintsel is a uniter and a proven leader!

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?

• State/Tribal Relations. While the McGirt ruling has brought significant challenges and changes to Oklahoma, nothing has arisen that cannot be solved through respect and diplomacy. I will work together with all Oklahoma leaders to protect public safety and uphold justice.
• Rule of Law. Government for the People – Ethics, Accountability, Transparency and Performance Audits. All appointees will be required to disclose their income sources along with any financial conflicts of interest. No appointee will be allowed to bring personal business interests into their government position.
• Excellence in Education. Oklahoma ranks near the bottom in educational outcomes. I will establish a Blue-Ribbon Panel of parents and educators to craft reforms focused on transparency and efficiency maximizing flow of dollars to the teachers and students in the classroom.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

State/Tribal Relations. While the McGirt ruling has brought significant challenges and changes to Oklahoma, nothing has arisen that cannot be solved through respect and diplomacy. I will work together with all Oklahoma leaders to protect public safety and uphold justice.

Rule of Law. Government for the People – Ethics, Accountability, Transparency and Performance Audits. All appointees will be required to disclose their income sources along with any financial conflicts of interest. No appointee will be allowed to bring personal business interests into their government position.

Excellence in Education. Oklahoma ranks near the bottom in educational outcomes. I will establish a Blue-Ribbon Panel of parents and educators to craft reforms focused on transparency and efficiency maximizing flow of dollars to the teachers and students in the classroom.

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

President Ronald Reagan. President Reagan authentically served the American people and put their interests first. He successfully worked together with many other leaders. He never seemed to struggle with distinguishing right from wrong. He never lost sight of his values and goals and never lost his sense of humor.

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

"The Federalist;" "Breach of Trust" by Tom Coburn; and "Constitutionalism and Separation of Powers" by M.J.C. Vile.

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

Honesty, good character and the ability to listen - putting the needs of others before your own.

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

I am honest. I have broad leadership experience. I am a combat veteran. I am a highly successful leader of one of the largest state agencies in Oklahoma. We have achieved a #1 national rating at our state agency under my leadership. I am deeply knowledgeable in governmental processes. I am an expert at assembling high functioning, high achieving teams. I am empathic towards others and skilled at serving the needs of others.

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

Honest and efficient administration of the Executive Branch functions. Appointment of honest and competent subordinates as well as judges and justices. Working for Oklahoma's best interests in all contexts.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to leave the legacy of a more prosperous Oklahoma with educational outcomes that reflect excellence. I would like to resolve the challenges resulting from the "McGirt" decision in a way that honors both state sovereignty and tribal sovereignty.

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

Election of Ronald Reagan in 1980.

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

Part-time custodian during college years.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible. It contains the truth and the answers to our existence as humans.

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

Jack Ryan

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

"More than a feeling" by BOSTON.

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

I grew up in an economically disadvantaged family situation without many viable opportunities. Through personal initiative and Providential assistance, I have overcome these challenges.

A governor is the top executive authority in his or her state. What does that mean do you?

To me, this means that as Governor, I will have the broadest opportunity to serve the people of Oklahoma, both personally and through the persons I appoint within my administration. The chief executive should also be the chief servant leader.

Governors have many responsibilities, which vary from state to state. Which of those do you personally consider the most important in your state?

Representing the interests of the State of Oklahoma in many different contexts is the most important role.

Different states require governors to have different degrees of responsibility for the state budgeting process. If it were your choice, what do you believe is the appropriate degree of gubernatorial involvement with this process in your state?

For Oklahoma, rather than dictating the terms of the budget to the Legislature, the Governor plays a coordinating role within the budget process.

In most states, governors have the power to make line-item vetoes. If that is true in your state, what would be your philosophy for how and when to use this power?

In Oklahoma, the Governor does have this power constitutionally; however, I will use it sparingly and only when absolutely necessary to protect the Oklahoma taxpayer.

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

The ideal relationship between the Oklahoma governor and the Oklahoma Legislature would be one of collaboration and mutual focus on the needs of all Oklahomans.

What do you love most about your state?

I love the people of Oklahoma. I believe we have the most wonderful people in the world. Without question, our greatest asset in Oklahoma is our citizens.

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

Our greatest challenge is and will continue to be how to prepare our children to be people who can think critically and are prepared to compete in the global marketplace.

Tell us your favorite joke.

All Dad jokes.

Under what circumstances should the governor of your state be able to use emergency powers?

Pursuant to the Oklahoma Constitution, to repel invasion, suppress insurrection or to defend the State in war.

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