Candidate Survey: Ralph Patterson II for Charles County Commissioner, District 4

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Name *

Ralph Patterson II

Age *

47

Office Sought *

County Commissioner

County *

Charles

District, if applicable *

IV

Political Party *

Democrat

Education *

Masters

Career/Occupation *

Educator

Political Experience *

8 years

Social Media Accounts *

Facebook (electralphpatterson) / Instagram (electrpatterson) / Twitter (electrpatterson) / Linked-In

Website *

ElectRalphPatterson.com

Why are you running for office? *

I love my county and current leadership is non-responsive to the county. I have the knowledge and experience to be ready "Day One" to work to better the lives of residents.

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

Lyndon B Johnson - Voting Rights Act of 1964 / Great Society: Civil Rights Activist

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

"Truman" (D McCullough) - Showed how humble beginnings of an underrated President who helped end WWII and never gave up: stood by convictions and banned integration in military.

What will be your top priority in office? *

Economic & Infrastructure Development & Affordable Housing

What is the biggest issue facing your area? *

Economic and Infrastructure Development

What are the three biggest issues facing Maryland? *

Population Growth / Economic Development / Environmental

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

Each person can choose how to conduct their own self if mentally competent to do so.

What is your position on taxes and spending? *

Fiscal responsibility is essential to maintain & encourage economic growth

What is your position on gun rights? *

Pro - 2nd Amendment for responsible gun owners.

What is your position on the legalization of marijuana? *

Pro - Legalization to reduce incarceration rates / broaden tax base

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

I think the system can be modified to allow more independence / flexibility for small producers to bring their product to market. The current system creates a bottle neck where some producers are restricted from having their products come to market because of restrictive distributors.

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

Work in concert with community to develop Economic plan that benefits stakeholders.

What is your position on crime and public safety? *

Support with Accountability - Law Enforcement

What is your position on county tax caps? *

I would like to see a cap but that would require diversifying the current tax base in Charles County.

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