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Martin Moulton
Martin Moulton (Libertarian Party) ran for election for Mayor of Washington D. C.. He lost in the general election on November 6, 2018.
Moulton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2018. Click here to read the survey answers.
Moulton was previously a 2016 Libertarian candidate who sought election to the U.S. House to represent District of Columbia's At-Large Congressional District.[1]
Elections
2018
General election
General election for Mayor of Washington D.C.
Incumbent Muriel Bowser defeated Ann Wilcox, Dustin Canter, and Martin Moulton in the general election for Mayor of Washington D.C. on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Muriel Bowser (D) | 76.4 | 171,608 |
| Ann Wilcox (G) | 9.3 | 20,950 | ||
 | Dustin Canter (Independent) | 6.9 | 15,478 | |
 | Martin Moulton (L)  | 3.4 | 7,569 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 4.0 | 9,053 | ||
| Total votes: 224,658 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Mayor of Washington D.C.
Incumbent Muriel Bowser defeated James Butler and Ernest Johnson in the Democratic primary for Mayor of Washington D.C. on June 19, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Muriel Bowser | 83.1 | 61,855 |
 | James Butler | 10.6 | 7,915 | |
 | Ernest Johnson | 6.3 | 4,674 | |
| Total votes: 74,444 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Manley Collins (D)
- Jeremiah Stanback (D)
Green primary election
Green primary for Mayor of Washington D.C.
Ann Wilcox advanced from the Green primary for Mayor of Washington D.C. on June 19, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Ann Wilcox | 100.0 | 379 | |
| Total votes: 379 | |||
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Libertarian primary election
Libertarian primary for Mayor of Washington D.C.
Martin Moulton advanced from the Libertarian primary for Mayor of Washington D.C. on June 19, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Martin Moulton | 100.0 | 98 |
| Total votes: 98 | |||
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2016
Incumbent Eleanor Holmes Norton (D) defeated Martin Moulton (L) and Natale Stracuzzi (D.C. Statehood Green) in the general election on November 8, 2016. No candidate faced a primary opponent in the June 14 primary.[1]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic |  Eleanor Holmes Norton Incumbent |
88.9% | 265,178 | |
| Libertarian | Martin Moulton | 6.3% | 18,713 | |
| D.C. Statehood Green | Natale Stracuzzi | 4.8% | 14,336 | |
| Total Votes | 298,227 | |||
| Source: The Green Papers | ||||
Campaign themes
2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Martin Moulton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Moulton's responses.
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
Empower all parents with #ParentsChoice #SchoolChoice, ending the monopoly of destructive #govtSchool, to enable them to direct the education of their children—not out of touch bureaucrats in sterile office building cubicles—so students can achieve their educational potential, compete for #jobs and afford housing and pursue happiness. Eradicate all non-health/safety business regulations that limit the ability of business owners to grow, create jobs, offer competitive wages and employ more District residents.
- LiberateDC with #DCStatehood.
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
Traffic safety. The District has an alarming number of traffic fatalities and injuries; proper infrastructure must be put in place — revenue neutral traffic cameras, bike/skooter lanes—and most traffic speeds lowered 5-10mph.
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
My parents. US Rep John Lewis. Dr Ron Paul. Casey Wedler. Prince.
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
The Count of Monte Cristo.
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
Liberty. Peace. Prosperity. Personal Responsibility.
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
I've very honest and persuasive.
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
Protect the safety and liberty of all constituents.
What legacy would you like to leave?
Liberating DC with #DCStatehood and ushering in #DCGoldRush2018 bringing greater prosperity and liberty to all residents and visitors to the Nation's Capital. #LiberateDC
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
9/11. 35.
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
Farmer. Paper boy.
What happened on your most awkward date?
Happiness.
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Everyday.
What is your favorite book? Why?
Mr Potter. The Count of Monte Cristo. Georges. All written by great writers.
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
An honest politician.
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
Joy. That is the goal it gives me peace.
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
P Control. Prince.
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
Tranquility.
A mayor is a leader in his or her city. What does that mean to you?
The Mayor protects the safety all all residents and visitors to the city and helps ensure liberty for all.
Mayors have many responsibilities, which vary from city to city. Which of those do you personally consider the most important in your city?
Public Safety.
If the mayor in your city is not a member of the city council and oversees the day-to-day administration of the city government, what do you believe is the ideal relationship between the mayor and city council?
Promoting safety and liberty.
What do you love most about your city?
Abundance of nature.
What do you perceive to be your city's greatest challenges over the next decade?
Political harmony.
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the state government?
The District "city" govt is essentially the "state" govt.
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the federal government?
Minimal relationship.
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See also
- Washington, D.C.
- Mayoral election in Washington, D.C. (2018)
- United States municipal elections, 2018
- United States House of Representatives
- United States House of Representatives election in the District of Columbia, 2016
- District of Columbia's At-Large Congressional District
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