U.S. House District 3 Mark Burns

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1. What makes you the best candidate in a crowded field running for this office?

I Have a unique perspective to bring to Congress. As a black, America first conservative, I can address the most divisive and destructive ideology the left has ever advocated. Critical race theory, DEI, and all other examples of this socialist idea that everyone is either an oppressor or victim. This type of thinking has created more racial animosity, not less, those in government service and even more importantly, those in the military need to be rewarded for achievement in excellence. It should be an even playing field, no one should be rewarded or punished based on their background or beliefs. I am uniquely prepared to address these issues without facing some of the normal backlash other conservatives face.

2. How would you evaluate the job Jeff Duncan did in this position?

I think Duncan did an overall good job; however, He did not demonstrate the passion that I have on certain issues that we need to promote an America First agenda. He was also not clear in his support for President Trump being elected President again.

3. Is there anything you will do differently that you consider a more effective path to serving the Third district?

I guess the answer to this at this point is no. I am genuinely running for this office because I believe this is the best way for me to represent my values and the American agenda at this time for our country.

4. What are the three most pressing issues for this district and how would you address each?

First, making sure we get rid of this socialist ideology of everyone being an oppressor or a victim of government, military, schools, and private businesses.

Second, getting America away from depending on China for manufactured goods and untangling American business from the Chinese communist party.

Third, rolling back all of the efforts that had hurt our economy so badly via Biden‘s new deal and other radical environmentalist policies.

5. What are the three most pressing issues facing the U.S. House of Representatives moving into 2025?

I don’t see a huge difference between the needs of the third district and the needs of our country. I know that’s not the answer that politicians who go to Washington to bring back spending to their district will give, but that’s not the kind of Congressman I’ll be. So, my answer to question five is the same as question four.

6. What is your philosophy of working with other elected representatives, some of whom may have different viewpoints?

I grew up in the church, and as a young man, one of the first lessons we were taught was that you can disagree without being disagreeable. I see nothing wrong with having a spirited argument with a colleague on the left and then extending a hand of personal friendship at the end of the day. I believe that there are always issues that people on opposite ideological sides can find agreement on and I think it is important to look for them.