Leighton Radner

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Leighton Radner

Libertarian Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

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Birthplace

Anchorage, Alaska

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Non-practicing

Profession

Auditor

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Leighton Radner (Libertarian Party) ran for election to the Alaska House of Representatives to represent District 5. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

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

Biography

Leighton Radner was born in Anchorage, Alaska. His career experience includes working as an auditor.

Elections

2024

See also: Alaska House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Alaska House of Representatives District 5

The ranked-choice voting election was won by Louise Stutes in round 1 .

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Louise Stutes	77.4	5,445	0	Won (1)
		Leighton Radner	22.0	1,549	0	1
		Undeclared Write-insUndeclared write-in candidates may advance past the first round in some ranked-choice elections. If the official source reports write-in votes by candidate name, Ballotpedia displays them alongside the ballot-qualified candidates. However, if write-in votes are reported without a name, they will instead be included in the total write-in votes figure in Round 1. Please consult the official elections source for more details about unnamed write-in candidate vote totals past Round 1.	0.6	44	0

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 7,038
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Alaska House of Representatives District 5

Incumbent Louise Stutes and Leighton Radner advanced from the primary for Alaska House of Representatives District 5 on August 20, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Louise Stutes (R)	80.4	1,566
✔		Leighton Radner (L)	19.6	381

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,947
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Pledges

Radner signed the following pledges.

• U.S. Term Limits

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Leighton Radner completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Radner'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 was born and raised in Alaska, and recently, I became the Communications Chair for the Alaskan Libertarian Party. Around seven years ago, I moved to Seward from Big Lake, and since then, I've traveled extensively throughout Alaska. Through these experiences, I've developed a deep admiration for Alaska's rich history and diverse landscapes. I am committed to representing District 5 and upholding our uniquely Alaskan values in any way possible.

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?

• District 5 does not need big government and more reliance on people outside our district. We need more privatization, more community, and less government.
• The federal government's extensive ownership of land in Alaska, including our district, translates into control over the state government. Ending this should be a priority to assist Alaska and the people who call it home.
• The PFD should be in the hands of the people, not in the bloated state government's budget.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Property rights are an issue that more Alaskans should understand, especially considering that so much of our state is owned by the federal and state government. I see changing this as a priority. Alaskans should own Alaska.

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

I look up to figures like Ron Paul, Thomas Massie, and Joe Vogler

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

Anatomy of the State by Murray Rothbard.

https://mises.org/mises-wire/path-true-freedom-systematic-privatization

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

Every elected official should have a deep understanding of the people's rights and a profound knowledge of Alaskan history.

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

I am a great leader and speaker. I have learned to listen to people's concerns and issues in a connected manner.

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

It will be my duty to represent the wants and needs of my district, to serve as their voice, and to articulate the values that define this district.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to leave a legacy of creating liberty in Alaska

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

Ron Paul taking the stage in the 2008 debates

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

I worked doubles as a dishwasher for 2 seasons.

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

The governor should collaborate with the legislature to comprehend the will of the people and the perspectives of the diverse districts across the state.

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

Land. It may seem simple, but as we strive for growth, we require more space. With more people comes the need for more land. I firmly believe it is the state's responsibility to reclaim ownership of our land from the federal government, which currently holds it hostage.

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

I often think that new people who understand Alaska and have observed the government system might even be better for the job

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

It is absolutely beneficial. There are many places in Alaska facing the same issues, and collaboration is key.

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

Possibly

Both sitting legislators 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?

This last winter, I heard from many senior citizens that they could not use the state-maintained sidewalks. This made it hard for many of them to visit friends or family who lived in the same city. Many in small towns do not own cars or trucks and need clear paths to walk.

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

It should not grant the use of powers, as it gives authority outside of the Constitution.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

I would introduce a bill to protect our ability to purchase land. I would prioritize any means of transferring this land from federal hands to Alaskan hands.

What committees interest you?

House Finance, Education, Resources. I see these as having the most real time impact on the people.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

The government should always be accountable to the people and the Constitution, operating with transparency in all aspects.

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Leighton Radner campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Alaska House of Representatives District 5	Lost general	$1,100	$1,110
Grand total			$1,100	$1,110
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 Alaska House of Representatives

Leadership

Speaker of the House:Bryce Edgmon

Majority Leader:Dan Saddler

Minority Leader:Calvin Schrage

Representatives

District 1

Jeremy Bynum (R)

District 2

Rebecca Himschoot (N)

District 3

Andi Story (D)

District 4

Sara Hannan (D)

District 5

Louise Stutes (R)

District 6

Sarah Vance (R)

District 7

Justin Ruffridge (R)

District 8

Bill Elam (R)

District 9

Ky Holland (N)

District 10

Charles Kopp (R)

District 11

Julie Coulombe (R)

District 12

Calvin Schrage (N)

District 13

Andrew Josephson (D)

District 14

Alyse Galvin (N)

District 15

Mia Costello (R)

District 16

Carolyn Hall (D)

District 17

Zack Fields (D)

District 18

David Nelson (R)

District 19

Genevieve Mina (D)

District 20

Andrew Gray (D)

District 21

Donna Mears (D)

District 22

Ted Eischeid (D)

District 23

Jamie Allard (R)

District 24

Dan Saddler (R)

District 25

DeLena Johnson (R)

District 26

Cathy Tilton (R)

District 27

Jubilee Underwood (R)

District 28

Elexie Moore (R)

District 29

George Rauscher (R)

District 30

Kevin McCabe (R)

District 31

Maxine Dibert (D)

District 32

Will Stapp (R)

District 33

Glenn Prax (R)

District 34

Frank Tomaszewski (R)

District 35

Ashley Carrick (D)

District 36

Becky Schwanke (R)

District 37

Bryce Edgmon (U)

District 38

Nellie Jimmie (D)

District 39

Neal Foster (D)

District 40

Robyn Burke (D)

Republican Party (21)

Democratic Party (14)

Nonpartisan (4)

Undeclared (1)