John Adams, our second President, noted that the Constitution was designed for a moral and religious people. Our Founders understood that it is not written laws alone that restrain ambition or self-interest, but the strength of individual conscience. Faith and moral conviction have long been central to sustaining the American experiment.

Our nation was founded in part by religious refugees seeking the freedom to worship according to conscience. The early formation of government reflected shared moral and religious ideals held by many of the Founders. They left societies where worship was often compelled and where church and state were deeply intertwined. This commitment to religious liberty does not exclude the influence of faith in public life; rather, it ensures that there is no official state church and that religious practice remains free and voluntary.

Our nation’s founding principles reflect shared values that every person is endowed by our Creator with unalienable rights, including Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Because the right to life is the foundation of all other rights, it deserves our strongest protection.

These principles guide our civic life; they are not campaign promises, but a common moral framework that informs public debate and policy.

As a candidate, I affirm the inherent dignity and worth of every human life and will work to defend the unborn, who are the most vulnerable and cannot speak for themselves. I am committed to policies that uphold the sanctity of life at every stage, protect the vulnerable, respect human dignity, and foster a culture that values every person.

Taxes are a necessary evil, not a government entitlement. Every dollar collected in taxes is a dollar taken from the labor, time, and resources of Idaho’s citizens. Because government produces no wealth of its own, it must exercise restraint and respect for those who earn it.

We believe government functions best when it is limited to its essential responsibilities and kept as close to the people as possible. Before asking taxpayers for more, government should first eliminate waste, reduce bureaucracy, and focus on its core duties.

Taxation should be minimized wherever possible, and every tax should be subject to scrutiny, justification, and accountability. I will oppose unnecessary taxes, work to reduce existing tax burdens, and seek to eliminate taxes that no longer serve a legitimate public purpose. Idaho families and businesses should keep as much of their hard-earned income as possible.

Abraham Lincoln observed, “The philosophy of the schoolroom in one generation will be the philosophy of government in the next.” Few statements better capture the importance of education.

Parents—not government—should have the primary responsibility for directing their children’s education. Just as competition drives innovation and excellence in the marketplace, educational choice encourages schools to improve and empowers families to find the learning environment that best meets their children’s needs.

School choice benefits not only the students who exercise it, but the entire education system by fostering accountability, innovation, and excellence for all.

Strong families are the foundation of a strong society. Healthy families build strong communities, a prosperous state, and a thriving nation. Public policy should strengthen and support families, recognizing their essential role in raising responsible, capable, and productive citizens.

Parents have the primary right and responsibility to raise their children. They—not the government—are the foremost authority in shaping their children’s education, values, character, and well-being. I will defend parental rights and support policies that empower families to make the decisions that are best for their children.

Economic freedom is the foundation of a prosperous society. History has repeatedly shown that free markets create opportunity, encourage innovation, and produce the world’s highest standards of living.

When government keeps taxes low, regulations reasonable, and markets free, individuals and businesses are empowered to imagine, invest, build, and create. The ingenuity of free people—not government planning—is the driving force behind economic growth and rising prosperity.

I will champion policies that protect free enterprise, reduce unnecessary regulation, lower taxes, and ensure that Idaho remains a place where hard work, entrepreneurship, and innovation are rewarded. Economic freedom is essential to preserving both opportunity and the pursuit of happiness.

The first duty of government is to protect the God-given rights of every human being, including bodily integrity, informed consent, and the freedom to make personal medical decisions without unnecessary coercion. These rights extend to every human life—including the unborn. Personal autonomy does not include the right to take an innocent human life.

The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the dangers of unchecked government authority in healthcare. Medical decisions should remain between patients and their healthcare providers, free from political or bureaucratic mandates, while respecting the equal dignity and right to life of every person.

Access to affordable, high-quality healthcare is strengthened by competition, not excessive regulation. I support removing barriers that limit patient choice and increase costs. Public assistance should function as a safety net for those unable to provide for themselves, with limited resources directed to the most vulnerable and policies that encourage self-reliance.

Government policy should reduce public burden, not expand it unnecessarily. Its proper role is to focus on functions that cannot be effectively provided by individuals, families, or private institutions—such as national defense, core infrastructure, and the protection of shared public resources.

A strong nation maintains readiness to defend its people while also recognizing the importance of a well-ordered society. Public infrastructure like roads and bridges enables commerce, mobility, and the free movement of a free people.

Responsible water policy is essential to support agriculture, energy production, and long-term sustainability. Likewise, public lands should be managed to preserve natural spaces for future generations while preventing misuse and overdevelopment.

Good governance requires balance: allowing markets to function freely and efficiently while ensuring that finite natural and public resources are stewarded wisely for those who come after us.