Paul Davis (Virginia)

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Paul Davis

Independent

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 2, 2021

Personal

Birthplace

Norfolk, Va.

Religion

Christian

Profession

Chief executive officer

Contact

Campaign website

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Paul Davis (independent) ran for election for Governor of Virginia. He lost as a write-in in the general election on November 2, 2021. He was disqualified from the Republican convention scheduled on May 8, 2021.

Davis completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Davis was born in Norfolk, Virginia. He attended Old Dominion University and Thomas Nelson Community College. His career experience includes serving as a chief executive officer.

Davis has been affiliated with the following organizations:

• Republican Party of Norfolk
• Portsmouth Naval Masonic Lodge
• Norfolk Christian Alumni Association

Elections

2021

Note: Vote totals for an individual write-in candidate in Virginia are only reported if that candidate receives more than 10% of the total vote.

See also: Virginia gubernatorial election, 2021

Virginia gubernatorial election, 2021 (June 8 Democratic primary)

Virginia gubernatorial election, 2021 (May 8 Republican convention)

General election

General election for Governor of Virginia

Glenn Youngkin defeated Terry McAuliffe, Princess Blanding, and Paul Davis in the general election for Governor of Virginia on November 2, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Glenn Youngkin (R)	50.6	1,663,596
		Terry McAuliffe (D)	48.6	1,600,116
		Princess Blanding (Liberation Party)	0.7	23,125
		Paul Davis (Independent) (Write-in)	0.0	0
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	2,593

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,289,430
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Brad Froman (Independent)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Governor of Virginia

Terry McAuliffe defeated Jennifer D. Carroll Foy, Jennifer McClellan, Justin Fairfax, and Lee Carter in the Democratic primary for Governor of Virginia on June 8, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Terry McAuliffe	62.1	307,367
		Jennifer D. Carroll Foy	19.8	98,052
		Jennifer McClellan	11.8	58,213
		Justin Fairfax	3.6	17,606
		Lee Carter	2.8	13,694

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 494,932
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Republican convention

Republican Convention for Governor of Virginia

Select round: Round 6 Round 5 Round 4 Round 3 Round 2 Round 1

The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: Glenn Youngkin in round 6 . The results of Round are displayed below. To see the results of other rounds, use the dropdown menu above to select a round and the table will update.

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Glenn Youngkin	54.7	6,868	1,557	Advanced (6)
		Pete Snyder	45.3	5,686	1,608	6
		Amanda Chase	0.0	0	-3,164	6
		Kirk Cox	0.0	0	0	5
		Sergio de la Pena	0.0	0	0	4
		Peter Doran	0.0	0	0	3
	Submit photo	Octavia L. Johnson	0.0	0	0	1

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Glenn Youngkin	42.3	5,311	979	Advanced (6)
		Pete Snyder	32.5	4,078	575	6
		Amanda Chase	25.2	3,164	305	6
		Kirk Cox	0.0	0	-1,860	5
		Sergio de la Pena	0.0	0	0	4
		Peter Doran	0.0	0	0	3
	Submit photo	Octavia L. Johnson	0.0	0	0	1

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Glenn Youngkin	34.5	4,332	183	Advanced (6)
		Pete Snyder	27.9	3,503	253	6
		Amanda Chase	22.8	2,859	239	6
		Kirk Cox	14.8	1,860	154	5
		Sergio de la Pena	0.0	0	-830	4
		Peter Doran	0.0	0	0	3
	Submit photo	Octavia L. Johnson	0.0	0	0	1

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Glenn Youngkin	33.0	4,149	8	Advanced (6)
		Pete Snyder	25.9	3,250	6	6
		Amanda Chase	20.9	2,620	8	6
		Kirk Cox	13.6	1,706	8	5
		Sergio de la Pena	6.6	830	17	4
		Peter Doran	0.0	0	-48	3
	Submit photo	Octavia L. Johnson	0.0	0	0	1

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Glenn Youngkin	33.0	4,141	9	Advanced (6)
		Pete Snyder	25.8	3,244	2	6
		Amanda Chase	20.8	2,612	6	6
		Kirk Cox	13.5	1,698	4	5
		Sergio de la Pena	6.5	813	8	4
		Peter Doran	0.4	48	6	3
	Submit photo	Octavia L. Johnson	0.0	0	-34	1

		Candidate	%	Total Votes	Transfer	Round eliminated
		Glenn Youngkin	32.9	4,132	0	Advanced (6)
		Pete Snyder	25.8	3,242	0	6
		Amanda Chase	20.8	2,606	0	6
		Kirk Cox	13.5	1,694	0	5
		Sergio de la Pena	6.4	805	0	4
		Peter Doran	0.3	42	0	3
	Submit photo	Octavia L. Johnson	0.3	34	0	1

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 12,555
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Merle Rutledge (R)
• Kurt Santini (R)
• Paul Davis (R)

Campaign themes

2021

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Paul Davis completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Davis' 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 am running for Governor because my family has been defrauded by The Commonwealth of Virginia stealing our property. I have found the largest corruption case in my backyard where my private property was used in financial applications and taken use for public use without eminent domain. The constitution is in trouble when you find out thats happening to you. My mother is 80 years old and many of our neighbors that have been affected this type of corruption is what makes a descendant of John Adams decide to run for Governor. Your 2nd amemdmemt is being violated and I'm not turning and running I face forward

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?

• BRING FREEDOM BACK TO VIRGINIA .

• No Tolls , We Roll . MEDICINAL ,RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA . NO TOLL FEES TRAVELING ACROSS VIRGINIA

• Stop Criminal Corrupt politicians and hold legislative bi partisan accountability

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Anti Corruption means giving Virginia citizens their voice in calling out corruption in public and private sectors. The passions and personal meaning behind anti corruption hits home to everybody no one likes corruption and I believe with transparency , steadfast lawful abilities we can bring Virginia under The Constitution. The constitution that ensures life , liberty ,property and The pursuit of happiness. We have defeated Tyranny we must stop its creep into our Great Commonwealth. Public safety is being in touch with the environmemtal well being of These 8.5 million people. The environmental wellness is fiscal, physical, socioeconomic and in the environment of getting over the global pandemic our social needs are at an all time desire for oneness in Virginia. We The People . One Love. One People, One Virginia

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

My father Paul R Davis Jr. for his integrity and great dedication to Jesus Christ who teaches is in Ephesians 4:32 And be kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
Martin Luther King Jr is a person that stands out for his life was of valor to pursue the leveling field of an establishment disparity, and we must focus on his Great American dream. When the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, they were signing a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir. This note was a promise that all men - yes, black men as well as white men - would be guaranteed the unalienable rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. MLKJR

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

An ability to work across the isle with all sides forming a more unified Virginia worth mentioning and being a leader for across the rest of the country.

As elected Governor in Virginia being actively involved In complicated opportunities belonging to Virginia's legislative promotes belonging and progress! 

Creatively creating means to constantly improve our environment oversight.

Bring efficacy to voting process  that works for everyone and is trusted 

Capitalizing on federal initiatives that require adamant trial !

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

Dedication , persistance passion for the job . A no quit philosophy & positive attitude ! Incredible foresight and overall experience and knowledge to be prepared and keep all Virginians safe.

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

As elected Governor the Fiduciary duty to protect the Constitution of The United States of America, and constitution of Virginia is Protecting all Virginians safety .

What legacy would you like to leave?

Protecting your families property and standing up For All Virginians constitutional rights and freedoms. I want to at a critical time be able to bring hope to Virginia and become a most improved 4 years we have fallen so far it will take a leader to stand u to Washington this election!

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

July , 20 1969 "One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." We had neighbors, cousins, and the entire family huddled around Grandmas colored TV watching an American history take place.

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

My very first job was for my community news paper route. I had the route for years. Daddy told me that If I wanted the various color Levi pants that I would have to support my own fashion sense. On that route I recieved many Christmas presents and found it rewarding.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Watching the constitution be violated that my Great Grandfather John Adam's 2nd President co author of The constitution wrote. Losing my father to felony murder by The Commonwealth of Virginia as he died from stress of Government criminal action he passed May 13 2020 victim of The Felony crime has been a struggle on top of dealing with ungodly restrictions I had to look at my dying father through a hospital window during covid. I am fighting for us all single family dwellings are at risk for those dreaming of becoming a private property owner. My Grandmother also we recently discovered while she was living in a coma The Commonwealth stole her land using equity skimming and claiming the land on false maps avoiding all just compensation or due process. Grandma died victim of felony theft of property on felony crime in Commonwealth of Virginia because of Government action.

A governor is the top executive authority in his or her state. What does that mean do you?

It means that I would have capability and authority to place Commonwealth of Virginia back under The US and VA Constitution which it currently is not according to the FBI.

Governors have many responsibilities, which vary from state to state. Which of those do you personally consider the most important in your state?

That we honor and follow The constitution and ensure all that took the oath are following the oath in all elected and administrative positions. Elimination of Tolls holding Virginians captive. Lower sales tax. Open safe schools and guard schools. Extend restaurant and bar hours for discrepancy to temporary make up for lost revenue of last 14 months of covid. Ensure and defend churches open sanctuaries and operating when heads of religious entities and otherwise business owners want to open. Most importantly bring freedom back to home to freedom. As 6th biological grandson of John Adams coauthor of Declaration of Independence I feel religious and all freedoms are of utmost importance and enduring the fight against tyrannical orders Washington and outside administrations will not overflow into our Virginia. We are indivisible and are foundation to the rest of our nation! We have lots of work to do !I see where Virginia needs hope !

Different states require governors to have different degrees of responsibility for the state budgeting process. If it were your choice, what do you believe is the appropriate degree of gubernatorial involvement with this process in your state?

I believe in a balanced budget running the Commonwealth as The next Governor of Virginia. It is also should be Governors goal to increase productivity to The Commonwealth of Virginia and to increase its revenue.

In most states, governors have the power to make line-item vetoes. If that is true in your state, what would be your philosophy for how and when to use this power?

I would use veto single line power when there is bad in a bill and open loop holes for such un favored bad. What's in fine writing to many times may be bad for Virginians and by powers vested in me would make worthy of a single line item veto in such instances. Yes.

What do you love most about your state?

I as a native of The Commonwealth happen to love the beauty that this great state holds. Ilove our neighbors North Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Maryland, and West Virginia and finally The US capital Washington DC. I love that we can easily spend in one day time with our family in Great Virginian Mountains and on our beautiful coastal Beaches within 3 hours . Alomg the way you will find Natural Bridge, Luray Caverns , apple orchids , and all the horse farms in Northern Virginia. One of my most favored drives is down route 5 to to visit Williamsburg and act as a tour guide to accompanying friends and family as I visit the battle of Yorktown where we reigned in Virginia as Home Of Freedom in United States of America.
We have one of the First capitals of the United States!

Under what circumstances should the governor of your state be able to use emergency powers?

First upholding the Constitution and law. Unfortunately the VDH is violating all that is reading this constitutional rights by the illigal arbitrary mandates. We will have safety and not be under an illusion of safety. "Anyone that gives up liberty for safety never deserved liberty at all. " Ben Franklin

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Campaign website

Davis' campaign website stated the following:

“	My Top Issues Getting Virginia back under the United States Constitution, No Infringement, means No Infringement Protecting health care rights of all Virginians;, no mandatory vaccinations Ensuring everyone an undeniable right to an Education. Bringing back the effort to 100% accreditation to all Virginia schools Open small businesses with no restrictions or closures. Small Businesses will save Virginia Stop public corruption in Virginia by bringing balance to the administrative decisions made through legislation	”
—Paul Davis' campaign website (2021)

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