Scott Hitchner

Scott Hitchner (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District. He did not appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on June 7, 2022.

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

Biography

Scott Hitchner was born in Bridgeton, New Jersey. Hitchner's professional experience includes working as a drone operator. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 2012 to 2018. Hitchner earned an associate degree from Cumberland County College in 2014 and a bachelor's degree from Wilmington University in 2016.^[1]

Elections

2022

General election

General election for U.S. House New Jersey District 2

Incumbent Jeff Van Drew defeated Tim Alexander, Michael Gallo, and Anthony Parisi Sanchez in the general election for U.S. House New Jersey District 2 on November 8, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Jeff Van Drew (R)	58.9	139,217
	Tim Alexander (D)	40.0	94,522
	Michael Gallo (L)	0.8	1,825
	Anthony Parisi Sanchez (Not for Sale)	0.4	920

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 236,484
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 2

Tim Alexander defeated Carolyn Rush in the Democratic primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 2 on June 7, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Tim Alexander	61.7	17,199
	Carolyn Rush	38.3	10,667

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 27,866
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Hector Tavarez (D)
Curtis Green (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 2

Incumbent Jeff Van Drew defeated John Barker and Sean Pignatelli in the Republican primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 2 on June 7, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Jeff Van Drew	86.0	35,843
	John Barker	7.7	3,217
	Sean Pignatelli	6.2	2,601

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 41,661
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Scott Hitchner (R)

Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

Scott Hitchner completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Hitchner'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.

I am a decorated Air Force Reserve veteran and gun rights activist who has had enough of the unprincipled representation for District 2. I am a fresh face for freedom.

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?

I will defend your right to keep and bear arms - this includes nationwide concealed carry, home built firearms and arbitrarily regulated NFA weapons.
I am adamantly pro-life. I will defend unborn children and work to make the Hyde Amendment permanent so no more taxpayer funds go to abortions.
Government overreach is at an all time high. No more lockdowns, no more mandates, and no more reckless inflationary spending bills.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about freedom. We need less government regulation in all areas of our lives. Gun control does not prevent crime and has racist roots. Taxpayers should not be forced to fund abortions of unborn children. Lockdowns and mandates infringe on our bodily autonomy.

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

Generally, I look up to people that have drive but can own up to their mistakes. Politically, I look up to Ron Paul - the king of "don't hurt people and don't take their stuff".

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

The bill of rights - this seems to be ignored by most government representatives.

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

Honesty, availability, and true representation.

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

I have already worked for the people in getting 2A sanctuary resolutions passed in many towns and an entire county. I am not afraid to speak out to restore everyone's rights.

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

Limiting, not expanding the governments power over people's lives.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I want us all to be as free as the founding fathers intended.

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

That would be 9/11. I was 9 years old at the time.

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

My first job was a general worker and chemical applicator at a local farm market in Cumberland County. I had that position for two years.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Power of Habits - Charles Duhigg

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

MCU Ironman. If I could create an armored suit in a cave and then solve time travel that would be pretty epic.

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

Fortunate Son - Creedence Clearwater Revival

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

Not having a position to adequately defend people's rights and freedoms.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

All spending bills originate in the House, so this makes it easy to sneak in pork when there is a certain majority.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

No, I do not. The longer a politician holds a position the longer he or she is withdrawn from the average citizen they represent.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Ever-expanding scope of government, both federal and local.

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

Judiciary, Budget, and Armed Services

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I fully endorse term limits and have already signed the TermLimits.US pledge.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

I have much admiration for Representative Thomas Massie from Kentucky.

Both sitting representatives 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?

I recently spoke with a hunting store clerk who felt that the current representative doesn't represent him due to his flip-flopping moderate stance. I replied saying that I felt the same way and that it was a major factor in my run against the incumbent.

Tell us your favorite joke.

What do you call a basement full of progressives?
A whine cellar.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

It depends on the policy but our rights should never be compromised.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Recently, spending bills have been out of control. I would rein them in and work to cut out unnecessary "pork".

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New Jersey's current delegation to the United States Congress

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Donald Norcross (D)

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Herbert Conaway (D)

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Chris Smith (R)

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Josh Gottheimer (D)

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Frank Pallone (D)

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Thomas Kean (R)

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Robert Menendez (D)

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Nellie Pou (D)

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LaMonica McIver (D)

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Bonnie Coleman (D)

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Scott Hitchner

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Biography

Elections

2022

General election

General election for U.S. House New Jersey District 2

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 2

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House New Jersey District 2

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

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2022

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