Who Is Adam Kokesh?
Adam Kokesh has been a spark plug for the recent youth movement toward a return to sensible government.
Through interviews and exposure in major media, high profile activism, and even civil disobedience, Adam has been a prime example that a dedicated individual can still bring about real change in our modernized world.
His most valued assets as a representative include extensive knowledge of history, legislative policy, and the political process; his inspiring and powerful oratory, and his unwavering dedication to principle - even when he must stand alone.
Find out Even More About Adam at his official Campaign Site
Adam Kokesh is:
- a veteran of the Iraq War (Corporal - USMC)
- activist, Iraq Veterans Against the War
- speaker, Rep. Ron Paul’s Rally for the Republic
- student, bachelor’s degree in psychology, enrolled in graduate studies in political management
Adam Answers Questions:
What do you believe the role of government (if any) is?
As a voluntarist, I would like America to be a society where what we call government is made possible by only interactions in which there is no violence, threat, or coercion. Some would say this is contrary to the definition of government. Fair enough. Until then and in order to make that possible, we should be striving to get our government back inside the roles prescribed in the Constitution.
What makes you think that you could follow through and remain principled if elected? . . . I’m sure that more than a few politicians got into politics for noble reasons and were corrupted by the environment; why would you be different?
I would hope that my record as an activist has demonstrated my commitment to principles, but there will always be those that don’t consider it enough or are not familiar with the risks that I’ve taken and the sacrifices that I have made for the cause, and they need to be convinced as well. I hope that I can demonstrate through my analyses of various issues to be philosophically consistent in a way that inspires that essential confidence. I think someone asked me somewhere else what motivates me. Aside from the basic argument from morality and the tragedies of our violence-based society, I have to admit, I am motivated by the glory. By that I mean the respect of people that I respect. I am not motivated by the money, or the power, or even the fame (except as necessary for glory!) and I would never want to be more famous than respected.
Would you vote your conscience or the will of your constituents, if they differ?
I would vote my conscience and the Constitution. If the founders intended our republic form of representative government to be nothing more than an aggregator of public opinion, it would look a lot different.
What accomplishments most qualify you for this office?
Having served in combat and seen the pain caused by our criminal foreign policy, having made the connection of that to all victims of statism, and my passion that I draw from that experience combined with a proven dedication to the principles of liberty qualify me for this office.
Do you have a sense of pride for New Mexico?
Yes. There’s a reason it’s called “The Land of Enchantment” and the people here are incredible.
– from ‘Adam Answers the Candidate Questionnaire’ from Liberty Forest.
Other Helpful Links:
Adam Kokesh’s official Campaign for Congress website
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