Philip Cotrone

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Philip Cotrone

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Republican Party

Education

Bachelor's

Wesleyan University of Haiti, 2016

Ph.D

Wesleyan University of Haiti, 2020

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Christian

Profession

Academic Advisor

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Philip Cotrone (Republican Party) ran for election for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri. He did not appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on August 6, 2024.

Cotrone completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Philip Cotrone was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. He earned a bachelor's degree from the Wesleyan University of Haiti in 2016 and a Ph.D. from the Wesleyan University of Haiti in 2020. His career experience includes working as an academic advisor.

Elections

2024

See also: Missouri lieutenant gubernatorial election, 2024

General election

General election for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri

David Wasinger defeated Richard Brown, Ken Iverson, and Danielle Elliott in the general election for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		David Wasinger (R)	57.4	1,671,771
		Richard Brown (D)	38.5	1,121,608
		Ken Iverson (L)	2.1	61,731
		Danielle Elliott (G)	2.0	58,260

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,913,370
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri

Richard Brown defeated Anastasia Syes in the Democratic primary for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Richard Brown	64.9	232,454
		Anastasia Syes	35.1	125,619

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 358,073
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		David Wasinger	31.4	207,087
		Lincoln Hough	30.2	199,579
		Holly Rehder	21.7	142,963
		Tim Baker	9.7	64,302
		Matthew Porter	4.3	28,347
		Paul Berry	2.7	17,575

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 659,853
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Philip Cotrone (R)
• Bob Onder (R)
• Dean Plocher (R)

Libertarian primary election

Libertarian primary for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri

Ken Iverson advanced from the Libertarian primary for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ken Iverson	100.0	2,412

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,412
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Endorsements

Cotrone received the following endorsements.

• Gays Against Groomers

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Philip Cotrone completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cotrone'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.

My name is Philip Cotrone (Ph. D Honoris)

I declared my candidacy for Lt Governor in August at the Montgomery Lincoln Day event. I have video from the event.

Our website CotroneGop.com is currently under construction but is up. Please attach my info the Republican list of contenders.

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?

• Farmers
• Jobs
• Education

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate on the buildout of our youth and equipping them with the foundations of tomorrow. I was given the unique opportunity to come to this country and was given an education like none other. Now I wish to turn around and give back to Missouri as it has given to me.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The office is unique because it provides missouians the ability to choose for themselves who is best fit to represent them regardless of political party or affiliation.

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

My father

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

Art of War. There you will learn to tackle the impending issues Missouri faces.

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

Listening to the voters that put him/her there.

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

I am patient. I have endured a lot just to get on the ballot but patience and love for Missourians will prevail and we will bring the change we so desperately want and need.

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

Listening, doing and going back and listening some more.

What legacy would you like to leave?

The first African American Lt Governor gave back to his people despite the challenges and obstacles.

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

I was adopted at 3.5 from Port-au-Prince, Haiti

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

First job was the Vice Chairman of Public Affairs at Once Upon alA Time Inc.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Charles Dickens Mobey Dick

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Wish Me Well

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

I have constantly dealt with opposition from the outside

What responsibilities of this office do you personally consider the most important?

My responsibility is to the people of Missouri.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

The party has numbers checks and balances that if worked hand in hand with constituents and lawmakers, this will be a very aneenable situation.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No. Sometimes previous experience means a long time being corrupt.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

I will take the same leadership skills in the university to the senate floor.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Knck knock…..who’s there……voter
Voter who? Idk that’s none my business

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Gays Against Groomers

BSA (Weat Plains Branch)
AVA republicans
Douglas County republicans

Franklin County Republicans

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