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Rhonda Palazzo
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Rhonda Palazzo (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District. She lost in the Republican primary on May 17, 2022.
Biography
Rhonda Palazzo earned a bachelor's degree in accounting and psychology from the University of Louisville. Palazzo's career experience includes working as an investment advisor with Fifth Third Securities, an associate with Stonewood Financial, and a real estate agent with Palazzo Realtors, LLC.[1]
Elections
2022
See also: Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District election, 2022
General election
Democratic primary election
Republican primary election
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
2020
See also: Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District election, 2020
Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District election, 2020 (June 23 Republican primary)
Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District election, 2020 (June 23 Democratic primary)
General election
Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent John A. Yarmuth advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Kentucky District 3.
Republican primary election
2018
See also: Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District election, 2018
General election
Democratic primary election
Republican primary election
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Waymen Eddings (R)
Campaign themes
2022
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Rhonda Palazzo did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
Campaign website
Palazzo's campaign website stated the following:
| “ | School Choice I will push for school choice so parents can choose how their children are educated.Safe Communities Safety is of utmost importance. We must restore and increase safety in our communities.Job Opportunities It's time for Louisville to become a leading city for the best jobs in America.[2] | ” |
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| —Rhonda Palazzo's campaign website (2022)[3] |
2020
Rhonda Palazzo did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.
2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's candidate surveys
Rhonda Palazzo participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on April 20, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Rhonda Palazzo's responses follow below.[4]
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
| “ | 1) Immigration reform2) Job Creation3) Healthcare[5][2] | ” |
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What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?
| “ | Freedom from government over-reach in all areas. Lowering taxes and cutting frivolous spending. Encouraging Entrepreneurs and small businesses to create jobs. Protect our constitutional rights which are being challenged by the leftist agenda..Cite error: Invalid tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[2] | ” |
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Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Rhonda Palazzo answered the following:
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
| “ | Jesus. He was the best example anyone could ask for.[2] | ” |
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Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
| “ | The Holy Bible which teaches to do unto others as you would have them do unto you. If we choose to serve others what better philosophy can you have?[2] | ” |
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What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
| “ | Selflessness; Integrity; Doing what you say you are going to do; Forthrightness; Standing strong in the face of opposition if the situation demands such.[2] | ” |
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What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
| “ | Strength of character and wisdom acquired through many successes as well as failures in all aspects of life.[2] | ” |
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What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
| “ | To represent the core values and views of your constituents and not to compromise those values while defending and debating such values in a persuasive, diplomatic way to convince others to agree with you.[2] | ” |
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What legacy would you like to leave?
| “ | That I brought hope, kindness and unity to the national political arena. That I helped bring both commonsense and mutual respect back into politics. That I left this place a little better than I found it.[2] | ” |
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What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
| “ | The assassination of JFK. I was 2 years old.[2] | ” |
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What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
| “ | Selling fruits and vegetables on the old Louisville Hay Market when I was 12 years old until I was old enough to get a more legitimate job.[2] | ” |
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What happened on your most awkward date?
| “ | My sister's boyfriend asked me out while double dating with them. I turned him down and informed her of his disloyalty which led her to never see him again.[2] | ” |
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What is your favorite holiday? Why?
| “ | Christmas is my favorite holiday because it encourages a spirit of giving and is surrounded by family gatherings. I love the Christmas Cheer that surrounds the season through music, decorations, weather, events, movies and other various experiences that accompany the season.[2] | ” |
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What is your favorite book? Why?
| “ | The Holy Bible because it is the best ""how to live"" book we have. The philosophy, history, principles of life, laws and other instructions are the secret to peace and happiness.[2] | ” |
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What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
| “ | My covered balcony where I sit to listen to the rain.[2] | ” |
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What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
| “ | The national anthem.[2] | ” |
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What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
| “ | Being a woman working in a male dominated world of Wall Street.[2] | ” |
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What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?
| “ | The ability to have all peoples and areas represented.[2] | ” |
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Do you believe that it’s beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?
| “ | No. The House was designed for all walks of life to participate in our government. I believe The House of Representatives should represent the population as a whole.[2] | ” |
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What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?
| “ | The ability for Americans to discern truth from a lie and right from wrong; to understand history accurately because those that do not know history are bound to repeat the same mistakes; to preserve the family which is the foundation of our society.[2] | ” |
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If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
| “ | Appropriations, Education, Budget among others. I will serve where my skills are needed.[2] | ” |
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If you are a current representative, why did you join your current committees?
Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?
| “ | No. I believe representatives should hold 4 year terms. A representative barely has time to learn the system before they must begin campaigning again.[2] | ” |
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What are your thoughts on term limits?
| “ | I have mixed thoughts and do not feel I have enough information to make a statement regarding term limits.[2] | ” |
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If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?
Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
| “ | I believe Anne Northrup did a wonderful job for the KY 3rd district in the past.[2] | ” |
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Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?
| “ | I have been touched by many veterans who are suffering because of our VA which needs improvement! Especially in the mental health areas.[2] | ” |
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Footnotes
- ↑ LinkedIn, "Rhonda Palazzo," accessed February 17, 2018
- ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 2.13 2.14 2.15 2.16 2.17 2.18 2.19 2.20 2.21 2.22 2.23 2.24 2.25 2.26 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Vote Rhonda Palazzo US Congress, “About,” accessed February 24, 2022
- ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
- ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Rhonda Palazzo's responses," April 20, 2018
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