Fillmore, John

Meet the Candidate

Running For:
U.S. House of Representatives
District:
4
Political Affiliation:
No Labels Party
Age:
75
Occupation:
SMALL BUSINESSMAN
Education:
MASTER UNIVERSITY OF HARD KNOCKS
Family:
SINGLE, GRANDPA
Religion:
CATHOLIC
Biographical Info:

I am a former Arizona State Representative, a proud grandfather of two, an honorably discharged veteran, enlisting for a three-year commitment to the United States army in 1969 at the height of the Vietnam war l am an entrepreneur from Apache Junction, the owner and founder of the Weather Shacks in Mesa, Heber/Overgard, and Peoria Arizona (a small chain of retail stores selling fireplaces and evaporative coolers). I started and ran a sheet metal shop, and am a licensed, active real estate broker in Arizona for over 20 years. a former board member of several chambers of commerce (Copper Basin in Kearny, and also in Gilbert AZ). I was the founding Chairman of the Gilbert Arizona leadership academy in its chamber, a Rotarian, a founding member of the new Apache Junction Kiwanis, and also sat on the board of directors of the Arizona Hearth, Patio, & Barbecue association Politically, a former Republican, I was an elected Republican Precinct Committeeman (32 years), past elected President of the Superstition Mountain Republican Club (3X). A Republican State Committeeman, an elected State Representative (2011/2012) and again (2018/2022), While an ardent small government conservative, I founded, chaired and funded the 1993 Arizona V.O,T,E, (Voting open to everyone). initiative to open Arizona’s primary elections to allow all Arizona citizens voices to be heard. Upon my retirement several years ago I opened an art gallery in Oregon and sold custom made firepits and am now in the process of placing an Art gallery in Show Low AZ

Statement:

I believe that we are at a crucial time in our Country and our values, freedoms, and futures are all under attack from “Party partisan politics” where there are so few willing to carry the hard bills, withstand the lobbyist Pressures, reach across the aisle and shut out the partisan whining and start talking to one another. We are all Americans, the divisions are absurd and so few want to just “FIX THE DARN PROBLEMS! I believe the Democrat party has been captivated by Socialists that are waging war on America and the current Congressman has just been a rubber stamp on crazy policies, meanwhile in CD4 the Republicans are on the verge of nominating a Muslim while the western world is under attack by Islamic ideals that are in conflict with our Constitution. Both parties seem oblivious to the pain, fears and frustrations of the average citizen. Both sides have some merit, but both sides do NOT talk to each other for the detriment of us (U.S.) all. We need to protect Arizona from Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) ratings, artificial intelligence (AI) going crazy, big multi-internationals with no allegiance to our Constitution, nor our free markets. And a war that nobody wants but has to be fought. United, and talking together we can do this. We must help the States to educate our kids for a future where they can enjoy freedom, prosperity, and happy lives as the Federal government is shutting down the Department of Education and insure that they have a future without the insanity of socialism, I care more for answers and solutions for all than politics tilted to one side or another.

Survey

Response Legend

  • SSupports
  • OOpposes
  • *Comment
  • −Declined to respond
  • †Declined to respond, Position based on citation
Question Response Comments/Notes
1. Expanding federal enforcement efforts to prevent illegal border crossings. S* A country without borders is NOT a country and America cannot afford massive undocumented immigration who do not want to assimilate in our western society
2. Appointing federal judges who interpret the U.S. Constitution according to its text and original intent. S* The doctrine of “equal justice” for all should be one untainted by net worth, politics nor position and our laws and courts must reflect this
3. Adding sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression as protected classes in federal nondiscrimination statutes. O* Sexual preferences should be kept private, in the home and not pushed on all of society, It is just sex, personal and private.
4. Providing federal tax credits or scholarships that allow parents to choose private schools, homeschool, or online programs for their children. S* A public school system may not be in the child’s best interest and the parents should be allowed to make that personal decision
5. Prohibiting federal funds from directly or indirectly supporting organizations that perform, promote, or provide referrals for abortion. S* Government should NOT be in the medical fields and insurance at all. Neither promoting nor funding as these are best kept to private social programs
6. Prohibiting the federal government from discriminating against organizations based on sincerely held religious beliefs. S* The federal government shouldn’t discriminate against organizations based on sincerely held religious beliefs if those do not conflict with morality, equality, and the Constitution
7. Legalizing physician-assisted suicide for individuals seeking end-of-life assistance, regardless of terminal illness. O* This is a slippery slope that undermines a society whose policies should always strive to have a good healthy happy life for everyone to prevail
8. Federalizing election law by removing state authority over elections. S* We should have uniform, standardized election laws for all without any means for cheating, discriminating, and gerrymandering, with clear laws and severe penalties for violations
9. Eliminating the filibuster rule that requires 60 votes in the U.S. Senate to move most legislation. O* It’s a time tested procedure that keeps one party from running over the other and requires dialogue and agreement for everyone which benefits all
10. Increasing federal penalties for the sale and distribution of illicit drugs, sex buyers, and individuals convicted of human trafficking. S* I do NOT believe this should need an explanation.. just saying
11. Requiring federal regulations that ensure parental consent and stronger age verification for minors accessing apps, social media platforms, and online content. S
12. Allowing the federal government to regulate artificial intelligence to protect privacy, prevent bias, and safeguard public safety. −* Strict rules and controls must be imposed with government oversight insuring protection of the 1st amendment and life. A.I.’s dangerous, capable of much harm