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Vic Harrell

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Elections and appointments
Last election

June 12, 2018

Contact

Vic Harrell (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Nevada. He lost in the Republican primary on June 12, 2018.

Biography

Vic Harrell graduated from high school in 1970, and his career experience includes working as a public speaker and educator.[1]

Elections

2018

See also: United States Senate election in Nevada, 2018

General election

General election for U.S. Senate Nevada

Jacky Rosen defeated incumbent Dean Heller, Barry Michaels, Tim Hagan, and Kamau Bakari in the general election for U.S. Senate Nevada on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Jacky Rosen
Jacky Rosen (D)
 
50.4
 
490,071
Image of Dean Heller
Dean Heller (R)
 
45.4
 
441,202
Image of Barry Michaels
Barry Michaels (Independent)
 
1.0
 
9,269
Image of Tim Hagan
Tim Hagan (L)
 
0.9
 
9,196
Image of Kamau Bakari
Kamau Bakari (Independent American Party)
 
0.7
 
7,091
 Other/Write-in votes
 
1.6
 
15,303

Total votes: 972,132
(100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Nevada

The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Nevada on June 12, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Jacky Rosen
Jacky Rosen
 
82.9
 
110,567
Image of David Drew Knight
David Drew Knight
 
4.8
 
6,346
Image of Allen Rheinhart
Allen Rheinhart
 
3.6
 
4,782
Image of Jesse Sbaih
Jesse Sbaih
 
3.4
 
4,540
Image of Bobby Mahendra
Bobby Mahendra
 
2.9
 
3,835
Daniel Burleigh
 
2.4
 
3,244

Total votes: 133,314
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. Senate Nevada

Incumbent Dean Heller defeated Tom Heck, Sherry Brooks, Sarah Gazala, and Vic Harrell in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Nevada on June 12, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Dean Heller
Dean Heller
 
73.0
 
99,509
Image of Tom Heck
Tom Heck Candidate Connection
 
19.3
 
26,296
Sherry Brooks
 
3.8
 
5,145
Image of Sarah Gazala
Sarah Gazala Candidate Connection
 
2.9
 
4,011
Vic Harrell
 
0.9
 
1,282

Total votes: 136,243
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Campaign themes

2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's candidate surveys
Candidate Connection

Vic Harrell participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on April 14, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Vic Harrell's responses follow below.[2]

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

1) Protect the Rights of the American People

2) Help build a reliable majority in the Legislatufres so needed actions can be launched with out the torturous wasting of time by, "the resist at any cost faction"
3) Enforce existing laws, including Immigration[3][4]

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

Protection of the American People, including all ASPECTS. Be sure folks may operate at the , "pursuit of happiness" speed. Described and promised to us at our conception.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[4]

Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Vic Harrell answered the following:

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

Jesus Christ. While I admire dozens of men,Christ is set apart. In the consideration of examples to follow, no second choice is ever needed[4]
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
The Bible[4]
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
Loyalty, Selflessness[4]
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
Loyalty, Selflessness, 100% no fear, Better then average understanding of history, experience as a platform speaker, negotiator, receptacle of ancient wisdom's[4]
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
Focus all perceptions to use maximum awareness to allow peak performance to the benefit of your constituents[4]
What legacy would you like to leave?
smooth path, fair winds[4]
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
1960 Presidential Election contest. 7 yrs old[4]
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
Night Cook Local Dinner House. About 4 yrs, during High School[4]
What happened on your most awkward date?
Inappropriate question[4]
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Thanksgiving. Because I am the luckiest person I have ever met.[4]
What is your favorite book? Why?
Foundation, by Asimov. Its magnitude[4]
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
I never try to solve hidden mystery questions. Any answer would be unconsidered, carrying no more significance then the roll of a die[4]
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
My friends. Because I love them[4]
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
it is all sliding, its all riding, nothing gets stuck[4]
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
Learning,The day I don't learn is the day I die.[4]
What qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution?
A third of the great responsibility to nourish and maintain the concept of free men living among other free men in a society of free men. the creation of free will. I am aware of the legal responsibilities toward treaty's, and vetting[4]
Do you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics?
In life would be most important. All experience should be beneficial[4]
What do you think of the filibuster?
not my favorite concept[4]
What criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees?
every criteria, why limit yourself[4]
What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?
creating a livable balance on the planet. if the U S does not lead, the world meanders into more violent death and horror. The American population is largely shielded from the desperation style of living inflicted upon the majority of human population on this rok[4]
Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other senators?
All positive relationships produce beneficial results, anything else requires a different word for a name, as it is a different thing with a different definition[4]
If you are not a current senator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
I am willing to serve where needed[4]
If you are a current senator, why did you join your current committees?
n/a[4]
If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the U.S. Senate, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?
I am willing to serve[4]
Is there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
To name any I can think of would only invite wrong target criticism as all men are flawed[4]

Ballotpedia biographical submission form

The candidate completed Ballotpedia's biographical information submission form:

What is your political philosophy?

Freedom

Is there anything you would like to add?

I seek only one term. I do not have any private agenda. I will serve faithfully my constituents.[4]

—Vic Harrell [1]

See also

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Footnotes

  1. 1.0 1.1 Information submitted on Ballotpedia’s biographical information submission form on April 14, 2018
  2. Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
  3. Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Vic Harrell's responses," April 14, 2018
  4. 4.00 4.01 4.02 4.03 4.04 4.05 4.06 4.07 4.08 4.09 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 4.15 4.16 4.17 4.18 4.19 4.20 4.21 4.22 4.23 4.24 4.25 4.26 4.27 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.


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