Michigan House of Representatives District 28 candidate surveys, 2022

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This article shows responses from candidates in the 2022 election for Michigan House of Representatives District 28 who completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.

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General election

General election for Michigan House of Representatives District 28

Jamie Thompson defeated Rob Kull in the general election for Michigan House of Representatives District 28 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jamie Thompson (R)	51.0	18,969
		Rob Kull (D)	49.0	18,234

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 37,203
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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?

Jamie Thompson (R)

I support Secured Elections

I believe our country was founded on Christian values and our inalienable rights come from God. I believe in Freedom, Prosperity, and Hope.

I believe life starts at conception and I will always fight for the rights of our unborn.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Jamie Thompson (R)

As your next State Representative I will stand by legislation that defends our current Michigan State Constitution that deems abortion illegal. Should Roe v. Wade be overturned I will block any and all attempts to legalize abortion in our state. I am opposed to any and all "Red Flag" gun laws, and I am an advocate for Constitutional Carry. I will initiate legislation that holds any and all government entities accountable, both legally and criminally for unconstitutionally shutting down our businesses. I stand by Medical Freedom and I am opposed to vaccine mandates of any kind. I support repealing the Michigan Gas Tax. I am in support of looking at alternate means to repair our roads. I stand with parents on their parental rights in the classroom, and I will demand transparency, accountability, and better from our department of education. I am opposed to CRT, SEL, and Common Core in the classroom. As a Nurse I am gravely concerned about the mental health crisis in Michigan. As a legislature I will support free market solutions to our Healthcare Insurance disparities.

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

Jamie Thompson (R)

Integrity, Morals and Values, and the ability to represent all of the people they serve.

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

Jamie Thompson (R)

I am a person of integrity. I am passionate about what I believe in. I am an effective communicator. I possess strong critical thinking skills. I am a born advocate, and I do not bend on my morals and my values. I put others before myself, and I will represent the people and no special interest organization.

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

Jamie Thompson (R)

I gave birth to my first child, my daughter, when I was 20 years old. I was induced and failed to progress. I had a C-Section. I contracted an infection while in the hospital and due to the antibiotics I was told I could not breastfeed my daughter. I challenged the staff, educated myself, empowered myself, and went on to breastfeed my daughter until she was a toddler. I then challenged the doctor that told me I would never be able to deliver a child without a C-Section. I went on to give birth to both of my sons naturally, one at home with a midwife. In my early twenties it became very clear to me that education and advocacy is what empowers individuals to overcome the odds. I began to challenge everything. I fight for what I believe in and I do not bend on my morals and values.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Jamie Thompson (R)

The Awakening by Kate Chopin. I fell in love with it in college. It opened my eyes to the struggles women face with expected roles, femininity, and life.

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

Jamie Thompson (R)

The ideal relationship would involve mutual respect. There must be accountability and transparency. A separation of powers and a check and balance system must to be in place.

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

Jamie Thompson (R)

Yes, I agree 100%. Relationships built on mutual respect and coming together on what we do agree on is key to our Republic.

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

Jamie Thompson (R)

Yes. As a Nurse I would like to be on a Healthcare Committee, and as a Mother and Grandmother raising her grandchildren I would like to be on an Education Committee. I am also very passionate about the Socioeconomic disparity in our district.

See also

More about these elections:

• Michigan House of Representatives elections, 2022

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