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Tim Ravndal
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June 2, 2020

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Tim Ravndal (Republican Party) ran for election to the Montana House of Representatives to represent District 70. He lost in the Republican primary on June 2, 2020.

Elections

2020

See also: Montana House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Montana House of Representatives District 70

Incumbent Julie Darling won election in the general election for Montana House of Representatives District 70 on November 3, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Julie Darling
Julie Darling (R)
 
100.0
 
6,527

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Total votes: 6,527
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Montana House of Representatives District 70

Incumbent Julie Darling defeated Tim Ravndal in the Republican primary for Montana House of Representatives District 70 on June 2, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
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Julie Darling
 
67.3
 
2,447
Image of Tim Ravndal
Tim Ravndal
 
32.7
 
1,191

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 3,638
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2018

See also: Montana House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for Montana House of Representatives District 70

Julie Darling defeated Chris Richards in the general election for Montana House of Representatives District 70 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
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Julie Darling (R)
 
81.7
 
4,693
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Chris Richards (L)
 
18.3
 
1,048

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

Total votes: 5,741
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Montana House of Representatives District 70

Julie Darling defeated Jim Manion, Jon Jackson, and Tim Ravndal in the Republican primary for Montana House of Representatives District 70 on June 5, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
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Julie Darling
 
37.9
 
894
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Jim Manion
 
22.1
 
522
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Jon Jackson
 
20.5
 
485
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Tim Ravndal
 
19.5
 
460

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

Total votes: 2,361
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Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's candidate surveys
Candidate Connection

Tim Ravndal participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on April 12, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Tim Ravndal's responses follow below.[1]

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

“ 1) Any legislation that isintroduced into the legislature must pass 3 simple rules. (1) The bill must pass a strict Constitutional test (2) The bill must benefit all the people of Montana (3) The bill cannot result in any net increase in Government.

2) The Public Trust at all levels of Government has been lost. Title II laws in Montana are set to hold elected and appointed officials accountable. These laws clearly define conflict of interest and other acts by officials that violate the publicv trust. These laws have no enforcement provisions. I will focus on making changes to ensure we have accountability here in Montana.
3) Transparency continues to be a huge problem in Montana. Constitution of Montana clearly protects the rights of the people under Article II Sections 8 and 9 for the people having the right to know and the right to participate. We need to strengthen laws to hold elected officials accountable to the people they work for.[2][3]

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

“ We often hear politicians spout out that they stand for jobs. We then see the socialist movement undermine the enhancement of nearly all manufacturing and natural resource development. Our economy here in Montana cannot survive on seasonal industries like tourism or subsidized industries like alternative energy. We need to stand up and not only enhance our industries we have, but we need to expand on these opportunities where we can actually keep our children here at home and expand our economy so people can afford to retire.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[3] ”

Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Tim Ravndal answered the following:

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

“ Thomas Jefferson is our founding father that set the stage for integrity and honesty.[3] ”
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
“ Federalist Papers, Constitution. History leading up to our 1789 Constitution is my template for representing the people and defending our rights.[3] ”
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
“ I am not afraid to speak up when I see wrong. I am passionate about our rights and not willing to compromise them for any political gain or favor.[3] ”
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
“ Experience in Montana government and the courage to stand up in the face of tyranny.[3] ”
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
“ Representing the people not the party I am not going to play politics. I am only interested in serving the people fairly and with integrity.[3] ”
What legacy would you like to leave?
“ I would like to see it be recorded that I fought hard for the people of Montana and set an example that mirrors our founding fathers in fighting for freedom and liberty.[3] ”
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
“ Anaconda Company demise in 1975 due to the Montana Legislature giving away our ability to defend natural resource industries when the Constitutional Convention of 1972 ended. I was 12.[3] ”
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
“ Worked summers 16 hours per day on a ranch summers between school. Got paid 12.00 per day.[3] ”
What happened on your most awkward date?
“ Skip, because I worked most of my life, I only had a couple dates, and they were with my wife of 35 years.[3] ”
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
“ Independence Day but it has been hijacked[3] ”
What is your favorite book? Why?
“ Common Sense Easy read for someone trying to understand the history of our Nation.[3] ”
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
“ Yosemite Sam[3] ”
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
“ My Family. No explanation needed.[3] ”
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
“ Dream on ~ Areosmith[3] ”
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
“ Fought a rare cancer and whooped its ass.[3] ”
(For non-Nebraska candidates) What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?
“ Checks and Balances are given credence in the people's house. It is up to each chamber to recognize the other while moving forward defending the Constitution and the people's rights.[3] ”
Do you believe that it's beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
“ Yes, but we see too many "Career Government employees sucking up to public service entrenched in the system that has broken our form of government.[3] ”
What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?
“ Bringing back the ability to generate revenue through manufacturing and scaling back entitlement programs. Those programs are not to be confused with "Benefit" programs.[3] ”
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?
“ Agree to agree. Unfortunately in Montana that has not happened for a long time. The executive has been out of control while the legislative and judicial branches kowtow or compromise the people's rights for political gain.[3] ”
Do you believe it's beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
“ Absolutely. Without team work we find ourselves out on the plank alone and that results in a narrowly focused representation of the people of Montana. We are all in it together and if we don't work together we continue to see the public trust deteriorate.[3] ”
What process do you favor for redistricting?
“ Redistricting always ends up being political. I wish there was a way to make sure that we did not have that but it always rears its ugly head.[3] ”
If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
“ Fish and Game Committee Local Government Committee Natural Resource Committee, Education Committee[3] ”
If you are not currently a member of your party's leadership in the legislature, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?
“ I will work where the team representing the people need me.[3] ”
Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
“ There are several, but I have the most respect for Senator Scott Sales and Representative Derek Skees.[3] ”
Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?
“ No, I am focused on serving the people of Montana as a representative in the people's house.[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?
“ Here in HD 70 I hear many people concerned about the loss of public trust in government from the bottom to the top. Without trust, we have no representative form of government.[3] ”

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  1. ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
  2. ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Tim Ravndal's responses," April 12, 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 3.23 3.24 3.25 3.26 3.27 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.


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