Avery Thornton
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Avery Thornton (Democratic Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Arizona's 6th Congressional District. He lost as a write-in in the general election on November 8, 2022.
Thornton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Avery Thornton was born in Gary, Indiana. His career experience includes working as a sheet metal worker.[1]
Elections
2022
See also: Arizona's 6th Congressional District election, 2022
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Democratic primary election
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2022
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Avery Thornton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Thornton's responses.
Who are you? Tell us about yourself.
I am a proud progressive looking to be the Fighter that Arizona needs! We have to push back on bad conservatives policies that take voting rights and hurt the LGBTQ community! We have to do better for future generations.
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?
- More Jobs through solar and green initiatives
- Combat inflation through a billionaire tax and higher corporate taxes! They need to know that they cannot gouge Americans!
- Decriminalize marijuana and free nonviolent offenders!
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
I am passionate about protecting the LGBTQ community! It hurts seeing conservatives try to destroy them for just living. The don’t say gay bills or the limiting of trans rights. We have to stop this we must unite and let people be free. That is America.
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
I look up to Barack Obama, Malcolm X, MLK people who have paved the way for me to be where I am at now. I am a very progressive person and I know they may not agree with all my views. But I do know that I wouldn’t be where I am without them.
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
If you watch the David Pakman Show, Kyle Kulinski, and TYT those are my values.
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
Honesty, transparency, and grit. We need politicians that do not lie and are honest about policies and how things are going in DC. However we need some who is willing to be the fighter that Arizona needs not just rollover if legislation hits a roadblock.
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
I am a outspoken fighter. I work hard to make sure my view are understood and I want to work harder to make sure they are implemented! We can make Arizona more equitable for everyone. But we have to fight for the values that protect the people not hurt families or communities.
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
To fight for their constituents and their values. To listen to their needs and voice them in Washington. To fight back on the corporate agenda hurting families. And to make sure everyone gets a livable wage!
What legacy would you like to leave?
A legacy of progress! I don’t want to conserve we need to keep pushing forward. Yes America has a past but to keep us moving forward and being the world super power we need to keep progressing!
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
The first historical event I can remember would be 9/11 because ironically my birthday is also 9/11. I was 6 years old and I remember watching it on the TV with my mom asking her why they had to do that on my birthday!
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
My first Job was actually Burger King I got it while I was a senior in High School! It lasted about 6 months. It was a great experience allowing me to interact one on one with people. This job was a stepping stone for me allowing me to earn my own check while getting my education.
What is your favorite book? Why?
I really enjoyed the hunger games series
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
Elevate by Drake has been stuck in there for a while.
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
Getting my voice out there has been a struggle at times. However, politics is changing that I have had so many convos with amazing people that think and feel just as I do!
What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?
The house is legislation is made that can change the fate of American. The U.S. House has the power of the purse and controls our nations money. We cannot do anything as a nation without House approval!
Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?
No it’s not necessary because politics is about legislating for the people! If you are committed to doing the job and serving your constituents then you are most of the way there to being a good politician!
What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?
Our greatest challenge is freedom! People are free to live and want unity for everyone. But Americans are also free to hate free to make laws infringing on the freedoms of the LGBTQ community. Laws to limit how and when people can vote to cheat at elections. We are a free nation but freedom isn’t the same for everyone.
If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
I want to be a part of the House intel committee! Investigating corruption in Washington sounds like a lot of fun.
Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?
No it should be 4 years like the presidency.
What are your thoughts on term limits?
Term limits are a good thing. We constantly need new minds in politics. Having the same people on congress fighting for the same things doesn’t give us progress. We need younger passionate people fighting for progress! I believe at 65 you should not be able to run for any office including President!
Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
Bernie Sanders is who I look up to the most. We have to push progress and vote for what the American people what. Not donors or partisan politics that pick party over country!
Both sitting representatives 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?
A while ago when I was a Lyft drive this lady told me that her medical bills were killing her. She was born with 7 rare conditions and needed a team of doctors. She moved to Arizona to get treatment at the Mayo Clinic but they ultimately turned her around because she was too high risk and could hurt their success numbers. She was broken and crying because she just wanted to live and medicine either cost too much or doctors didn’t want to take the risk! We need to change how the healthcare system works in America!
Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?
Yes we have to be able to compromise. We have to be able to cross isles and work together. I know politics is rather divided right now but we cannot let that stop us from trying to get things done for the American people.
The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?
This power would make me want to ban sitting members of congress from owning stocks. They should not be influenced by outside money.
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