Richard Boozel

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Richard Boozel
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November 6, 2018

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Richard Boozel (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Idaho State Senate to represent District 14. Boozel lost in the general election on November 6, 2018.

Elections

2018

See also: Idaho State Senate elections, 2018

General election

General election for Idaho State Senate District 14

C. Scott Grow defeated Richard Boozel in the general election for Idaho State Senate District 14 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of C. Scott Grow
C. Scott Grow (R)
 
69.6
 
18,893
Image of Richard Boozel
Richard Boozel (D)
 
30.4
 
8,268

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 27,161
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Idaho State Senate District 14

Richard Boozel advanced from the Democratic primary for Idaho State Senate District 14 on May 15, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Richard Boozel
Richard Boozel
 
100.0
 
1,756

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 1,756
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Idaho State Senate District 14

C. Scott Grow defeated Ted Hill, Todd Hatfield, Darin Driscoll, and Natalie Feuerstein in the Republican primary for Idaho State Senate District 14 on May 15, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of C. Scott Grow
C. Scott Grow
 
35.3
 
3,408
Image of Ted Hill
Ted Hill Candidate Connection
 
29.8
 
2,882
Image of Todd Hatfield
Todd Hatfield
 
12.4
 
1,196
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Darin Driscoll
 
11.9
 
1,154
Image of Natalie Feuerstein
Natalie Feuerstein
 
10.6
 
1,028

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 9,668
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Campaign themes

2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Richard Boozel participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on April 5, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Richard Boozel's responses follow below.[1]

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

“ 1) Education

2) Property Rights
3) Labor and wages[2][3]

”

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

“ Making sure a free, thorough, and uniform public education system is provided to all kids as guaranteed by the Idaho constitution. The legislature is failing in this badly. Protecting public lands, and private property rights as the beauty and tourism commerce of Idaho is threatened by out of state drilling companies.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[3] ”

Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Richard Boozel answered the following:

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

“ My father and grandfather. Both men who made it in the world on their own and always put family first.[3] ”
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
“ The Once and Future King by TH White. "The Demon Haunted World, Science as a Candle in the Dark", by Carl Sagan.[3] ”
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
“ Honesty, Integrity, and a desire to serve the people.[3] ”
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
“ Persistence and determination.[3] ”
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
“ To stop Idaho's race to the bottom in education and wages. To protect the local community's property rights and to limit the damage that can be done by hydraulic drilling companies.[3] ”
What legacy would you like to leave?
“ A better Idaho with liberty for all and not just a privileged few.[3] ”
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
“ The evacuation of the US embassy in Saigon. Age 5[3] ”
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
“ Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers.[3] ”
What happened on your most awkward date?
“ I was two hours late due to work.[3] ”
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
“ Christmas. The family, joy, and love of the season.[3] ”
What is your favorite book? Why?
“ Cosmos. Carl Sagan. It is a wonderful exploration into knowledge and wonder of the universe around us.[3] ”
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
“ Slowing down and taking it easy.[3] ”
(For non-Nebraska candidates) What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?
“ The willingness to address wage and labor issues. Also education particularly science education. The Republicans ignore Idaho's booming economy yet low wages and reject the findings of peer reviewed science.[3] ”
Do you believe that it's beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
“ No.[3] ”
What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?
“ Education, attracting better employers to the state. Building a proper infrastructure. Preventing serious property damage and environmental loss from fracking.[3] ”
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?
“ Working to together to solve problems for the benefit of the citizens.[3] ”
Do you believe it's beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
“ Of course. Nothing gets done one-sided or in a vacuum.[3] ”
What process do you favor for redistricting?
“ 50 50 bi-partisan.[3] ”
If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
“ Education. Energy. Labor.[3] ”
Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?
“ Yes.[3] ”
Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you've heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?
“ A common one is grandparents not being able to see their grandchildren because their kids move away due to low wages. This has to be fixed.[3] ”

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Footnotes

  1. ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
  2. ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Richard Boozel's responses," April 5, 2018
  3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 3.16 3.17 3.18 3.19 3.20 3.21 3.22 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.


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