Montana House of Representatives District 33 candidate surveys, 2022

This article shows responses from candidates in the 2022 election for Montana House of Representatives District 33 who completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.

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Candidates and election results

General election

General election for Montana House of Representatives District 33

Incumbent Casey Knudsen defeated Jordan Ophus in the general election for Montana House of Representatives District 33 on November 8, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Casey Knudsen (R)	76.9	2,917
	Jordan Ophus (D)	23.1	876

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,793
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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?

Jordan Ophus (D)

I have no corporate donors, nor am I bribed legally or otherwise to vote against your best interest. If elected into office my goal would be to act as public servant for the betterment of all people and not as a politician who pursues selfish ambition for the sake of power.

I have no intent to pursue higher office outside the legislature. If elected it is my hope to strengthen the foundation of our democracy so that those in congress are held to account. To pursue a position of greater power would erode my values and sense of self as well as remove me from a position where I could combat the corrupting influences of wealth and special interests.

During my active duty service I was taught leadership and dedication to my tasks. My training and qualifications afford me a foundation for performing in such an office well and the many years I have served are comparable to entire terms of already elected officials. I will be willing to offer that same dedication to service and to uphold my oath of office as I did my oath of service to this nation.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Jordan Ophus (D)

Campaign finance reform, term limits for members of congress, judicial reform, criminal justice reform, workers rights, direct democracy, housing, renewable and alternative energy, cost of living, conservation, hunting and recreation, agriculture, education, reducing the costs of burial and funeral expenses, retirement and social security, debt reduction, veterans benefits, ranked choice voting, abolishing the death penalty and many others

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

Jordan Ophus (D)

Dark Money (2015) is a documentary of the effects of the Citizens United ruling and the devastating effects of money in politics of which I hope to fight if I am elected to office.

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

Jordan Ophus (D)

The willingness to remove themselves from the corrupting influences of Lobbyists, corporate PAC's, special interests or other donors whose aims go against the needs or wants of the people the official represents.

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

Jordan Ophus (D)

To be the avatar of the communities whom they represent, to fight for their constituents needs amongst a sea of demands for limited resources, to provide for the common good, to seek justice and the equal application of the law, prevent the degradation of democracy and to enhance the rights and protections of all.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Jordan Ophus (D)

Legacies are the thoughts of men on their death beds. I seek to do good, be just and to advance my policies for the sake of my constituents.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

Jordan Ophus (D)

A non-partisan redistricting committee as set by the Montana constitution.

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

Jordan Ophus (D)

Having served in the navy I would request the veterans affairs committee among others.

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

Jordan Ophus (D)

I have, at this time, no intention of running for any office other than the legislature.