Candidate Survey: Chris Bolton for Montgomery County Council, District 5

TheDuckpin.com Candidate Survey

Name *

Chris Bolton

Age *

39

Office Sought *

County Council

County *

Montgomery

District, if applicable *

5

Political Party *

Democrat

Education *

Some college

Career/Occupation *

Food Service

Political Experience *

None

Social Media Accounts *

Facebook Bolton4you

Website *

Bolton4you.com

Why are you running for office? *

The community demands representation that actually represents their needs

Who do you consider your political role model, and why? *

Nobody

What is your favorite book about politics and policy, and why? *

None

What will be your top priority in office? *

Representing the community and engaging as such

What is the biggest issue facing your area? *

Lack of vocal advocate for us.

What are the three biggest issues facing Maryland? *

Crime, politics, Education

What is your position on life issues? (abortion, assisted suicide) *

Free country, free choice

What is your position on taxes and spending? *

Not geared towards all

What is your position on gun rights? *

Responsibility in ownership

What is your position on the legalization of marijuana? *

People are going to do it no matter what, legalization, just ensures if you break the rules you pay the price.

What is your position on the current three-tiered system for the sale and distribution of alcohol? *

Out of touch

What is your position on land use, growth, and development? *

Not being utilized to its potential

What is your position on crime and public safety? *

As to crime, lack of legal opportunities, public safety, we need better relationships and not from Facebook

What is your position on county tax caps? *

Needs reevaluating

Was Joe Biden legitimately elected President of the United States in the November 2020 Election? *

Yes

Do you pledge to accept the results of your election? *

Yes