John Gabbard

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John Gabbard
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June 5, 2018

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John Gabbard (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent California's 48th Congressional District. He lost in the primary on June 5, 2018.

Gabbard completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2018. Click here to read the survey answers.

Elections

2018

See also: California's 48th Congressional District election, 2018

General election

General election for U.S. House California District 48

Harley Rouda defeated incumbent Dana Rohrabacher in the general election for U.S. House California District 48 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Harley Rouda
Harley Rouda (D)
 
53.6
 
157,837
Image of Dana Rohrabacher
Dana Rohrabacher (R)
 
46.4
 
136,899

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 294,736
(100.00% precincts reporting)
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House California District 48

The following candidates ran in the primary for U.S. House California District 48 on June 5, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Dana Rohrabacher
Dana Rohrabacher (R)
 
30.3
 
52,737
✔
Image of Harley Rouda
Harley Rouda (D)
 
17.3
 
30,099
Image of Hans Keirstead
Hans Keirstead (D)
 
17.2
 
29,974
Image of Scott Baugh
Scott Baugh (R)
 
15.8
 
27,514
Image of Omar Siddiqui
Omar Siddiqui (D)
 
5.0
 
8,658
Image of John Gabbard
John Gabbard (R) Candidate Connection
 
3.3
 
5,664
Image of Rachel Payne
Rachel Payne (D)
 
2.1
 
3,598
Image of Paul Martin
Paul Martin (R)
 
1.7
 
2,893
Image of Shastina Sandman
Shastina Sandman (R) Candidate Connection
 
1.6
 
2,762
Image of Michael Kotick
Michael Kotick (D)
 
1.5
 
2,606
Image of Laura Oatman
Laura Oatman (D)
 
1.4
 
2,412
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Deanie Schaarsmith (D)
 
0.8
 
1,433
Image of Tony Zarkades
Tony Zarkades (D)
 
0.7
 
1,281
Image of Brandon Reiser
Brandon Reiser (L) Candidate Connection
 
0.6
 
964
Image of Stelian Onufrei
Stelian Onufrei (R)
 
0.4
 
739
Image of Kevin Kensinger
Kevin Kensinger (Independent) Candidate Connection
 
0.4
 
690

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 174,024
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Campaign themes

2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

John Gabbard participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on May 29, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and John Gabbard's responses follow below.[1]

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

“ Strong National Defense, Strong National Security and Economic Growth thru Deregulation[2][3] ”

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

“ Armed Services, Housing and Foreign PolicyCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[3] ”

Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. John Gabbard answered the following:

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

“ I look up to our Founding Fathers, Lincoln and Churchill. All overcame adversity to achieve great success.[3] ”
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else that best describes your political philosophy?
“ The Federalist Papers![3] ”
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
“ The trust of your constituents and the ability for them to communicate with you.[3] ”
What qualities do you possess that would make you a successful officeholder?
“ I passionately believe in the people of our district and work every day to win their trust and confidence.[3] ”
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
“ To protect the American people, to represent the interests of the people of the district and to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of government.[3] ”
What legacy would you like to leave?
“ To be remembered as a gentlemen and patriot who fought everyday for this country and our district who furthered the cause of liberty, justice and freedom.[3] ”
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at that time?
“ 1969 Apollo Moon Landing, I was four. A few months later, my father flew, Armstrong, Aldrin and Collins around Chicago during a tour. His still has the autographs.[3] ”
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
“ My first job was detassling corn, I did it for two summers.[3] ”
What happened on your most awkward date?
“ My wife will tell you that every date is an adventure but for my high school prom I was so nervous that I think I tipped the waiter the full amount of the meal.[3] ”
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
“ I love Christmas, a celebration of the birth of Christ spent with family and friends.[3] ”
What is your favorite book? Why?
“ Grapes of Wrath, because like all of us they came to California seeking jobs, land, dignity and a future.[3] ”
If you could be any fictional character, who would you be?
“ James Bond[3] ”
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
“ My gym! I am there every day.[3] ”
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
“ Get Lucky, Daft Punk[3] ”
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
“ Transitioning from the Marine Corps to civilian life. Resigning my commission was one of the toughest days I can remember.[3] ”
What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?
“ By design the House is closest to the will of the people and its rules allow for fast legislative reaction to the people's needs.[3] ”
Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?
“ I think that it is imperative that Members of the House or Senate have prior experience in government or politics.[3] ”
What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?
“ The continuing rise of China's global economic and military power, Iran's desire to control the Middle East, Russia's use of asymmetrical warfare to show relevance and the economic instability of Southern Europe.[3] ”
If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
“ I would like to serve on the House Armed Services and Foreign Affairs Committees[3] ”
Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?
“ Two years is the right length of a House term. It has created this cycle of non-stop fund raising for the candidates but giving the people the right to choose a new representative every two years.[3] ”
What are your thoughts on term limits?
“ I support term limits and if elected I will serve no more that 12 years.[3] ”
What process do you favor for redistricting?
“ I favor any process that eliminates the redistricting process we have now.[3] ”
If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?
“ My first job is the serve the people of this district to the best of my ability. If there is a need for me to step into a leadership role in the future I'll discuss it with the people in the district and take it from there.[3] ”
Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?
“ I have visited over 5500 homes in the district over the past two months and there are too many stories to tell. Going door to door seven days a week has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I worry about the lady on Balboa Island who is suffering from Alzheimer's alone. I remember sitting with Dottie on Ruby St learning about the air traffic noise issue. I remember joining the Men's Club on Lido. I remember walking into a party in Beachwalk in Huntington Harbor where the martinis were flowing. And I remember being cornered by a very large dog![3] ”

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  1. ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
  2. ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "John Gabbard's responses," May 29, 2018
  3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 3.16 3.17 3.18 3.19 3.20 3.21 3.22 3.23 3.24 3.25 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.


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