Texas House of Representatives District 14 candidate surveys, 2022

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This article shows responses from candidates in the 2022 election for Texas House of Representatives District 14 who completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.

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Candidates and election results

General election

General election for Texas House of Representatives District 14

Incumbent John Raney defeated Jeff Miller in the general election for Texas House of Representatives District 14 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		John Raney (R)	68.1	29,868
		Jeff Miller (L)	31.9	13,995

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 43,863
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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?

Jeff Miller (L)

I want you to have the freedom to live your life how you see fit, as long as you are not harming others.

Elected politicians have used "emergency" powers to take more and more of your freedoms away. I opposed all of the mandates, and I am already against the next mandate!

I want to REDUCE the size and power of government, and restore the freedoms of the citizens of Texas. ALL of the citizens, not just the ones with powerful lobbyist friends. That’s why I’m running for State Representative in District 14.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Jeff Miller (L)

As Barry Goldwater once said “My aim is not to pass laws, but to repeal them.” There are too many laws, too many regulations, too many taxes!

I want you to have the freedom to live your life without interference from the government. CATO Institute recently ranked Texas 49th out of 50 states in personal freedom. I know we can do better than that!

Texans are proud and independent. I want to get the government off your back!

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

Jeff Miller (L)

My mother, Lynne Miller. she is the best example of unconditional love I have witnessed.

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

Jeff Miller (L)

The platform of the Classical Liberal Caucus here: http://lpclc.org/platform/

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

Jeff Miller (L)

Honesty, integrity, following the Constitution.

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

Jeff Miller (L)

Represent the people and maximize freedom for all.

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

Jeff Miller (L)

Inauguration of Ronald Reagan, 4 years old

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

Jeff Miller (L)

McDonald’s - two years

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

Jeff Miller (L)

Break It Down Again by Tears For Fears

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

Jeff Miller (L)

The state legislature sends the governor repeals of all the unnecessary laws, and the governor signs them. 😁

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Jeff Miller (L)

Economic fallout from bad monetary policy at the federal and state level, and maximizing freedom for the people of Texas.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Jeff Miller (L)

It can be, but it’s not necessary with a citizen legislature.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Jeff Miller (L)

Of course. It’s likely the only way to get support for any proposals.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

Jeff Miller (L)

An independent panel that divides evenly with no discrimination.

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

Jeff Miller (L)

Barry Goldwater, Ron Paul, Justin Amash

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

Jeff Miller (L)

Yes, possibly.

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

Jeff Miller (L)

Definitely. No one gets 100% of what they want.

See also

More about these elections:

• Texas House of Representatives elections, 2022

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