Dear Adams County, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to everyone who supported me and took the time to vote. While I did not win, I remain deeply committed to the democratic process and to the principles of the U.S. Constitution that guide it. Participating in this race was an honor, and your engagement, whether in support, in questions, or in debate, strengthened that process.
I also encourage anyone who is interested to take the time to get to know me personally. Much of what circulated publicly about me during the campaign was not accurate, and I believe that honest conversations and real relationships matter far more than headlines or assumptions. I welcome those conversations.
There was significant criticism about the amount of money invested in the race. It’s important for residents to know that most of the large expenditures came from PACs, organizations I am legally prohibited from coordinating with. They could have spent just as much criticizing me as they did supporting me. The funding I directly controlled came primarily from individuals and businesses within our region and business directly related to important aspects of Adams County (timber, farming, ...). In fact, I personally invested roughly 25% of my annual salary into the campaign because I believed deeply in showing up for this community.
My commitment to defending the Constitution, protecting our Second Amendment rights, safeguarding our public lands, and ensuring that every person has the right to live and live freely remains unchanged. These values are not tied to an election outcome, they are part of who I am.
Please feel free to reach out if you ever want to visit, talk, or ask questions. I look forward to seeing many of you at track meets, cross‑country meets, and on the waters of Lost Valley Reservoir. God Bless and Godspeed...
