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Integrity * Commitment * Accountability * Availability
As a moderate Republican candidate for the NY-23 congressional district, I am dedicated to serving the people of our community. With a strong emphasis on integrity, I strive to bring our shared traditional Republican values to Washington D.C. My modest upbringing, employment history, management experience, and volunteer first responder service has equipped me to address the challenges we face and to work tirelessly for our future. Look through this website for more about me and my platform.
Providing responsive services regarding issues you may have with goverment.
Promoting fiscal policies that encourage growth and sustainability for our economy.
Holding regular in person town halls to engage with constituents and hear your concerns and advice.
Supporting legislation that fosters job creation and economic development.
Advocating for affordable and high-quality healthcare services for all.
Investing in our children's education, training, knowledge, and skills for a successful future.
"As a moderate Democrat, I'd vote for this moderate Republican."
—LAK, Owego
"After perusing your website and reading your opinion columns I seriously hope you prevail."
—MO
"I have been a moderate Republican all my life. I really didn't think there were any of us left. I cannot support Langworthy, and am very glad that you are in the race." "
—SH, Allegany
Here is some objective evidence that Jim is a:
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Have taught and precepted for years.
Personal thank-you from the Cranberry Lake fire chief.
As a mutual aid provider voted firefigher of the year by the Cranberry Lake firefighters.
Tioga County has 22 agencies providing "first response". We happily provide mutual aid to each other.
"Neighbors helping neighbors" also applies to "friends helping friends"
Still providing EMS care. "Neighbors helping neighbors" is the OES moto.
Recognized for providing good counsel on several occassions.
In 2001, having retired as an engineer-manager, went back to school for an AAS degree in Paramedicine.
In 1998 recognized as a significant contributor to instituting an Avanced Life Support Emergency Ambulance Service Vehicle (EASV)—aka "Fly Car"—in the Fire Department for the Village and mutual aid.
Major contributor in a two year effort which resulted in a proposal that convinced the British Royal Navy and Ministry of Defence to award the EH101 Merlin HM prime contract to an "outsider" IBM and its Westland teammate.
As an engineer and manager worked on a number of leading-edge development programs.
Spent two tours on LAMPS Mark III (Light Airborn Multi-Purpose System) the first in initial development and the second in developing upgrades of production aircraft. Managed managers, engineers, and technicians.
As an adjunct crewman, rode the USS Bergall SSN 667 living and working with sonar-men, torpedo-men, and officers during rigous at sea testing of a SONAR system of systems.
Member of Owego's EMS Squad since 1969 first within the Fire Department and now as a Village Department; ALS provider since 1972. Former Squad Captain.
Member of Owego's Fire Department since 1968. Currently serving as Wave Hose Co. #2 Foreman and as a trustee of the Department on the finance committee.
A representitive must commit to integrity, accountability, availability, and following the will of the majority while protecting the minority. With regard to a few more specific political issues, I have created a glossary of of polical terms with my meaning and position when I use that term. You may wish to peruse Jim's Platform and Jim's Opinions.
Jim's work history provided him with real-life experiences of: what it takes to make a living, the value of good workers, how to balance income and expense, how badly our medical system is broken, and that many hard working neighbors suffer food insecurity. You will find an outline of Jim's work history here.
You can volunteer, donate, or attend our town hall meetings. Call or email Jim to discuss other ways to help.
Key issues include the Constitution's checks and balances, responsible economic policy, healthcare, education, and America's integrity.
You can reach us through our contact form or by Jim's email.
Not yet. Once I have registered with the Federal Election Commission donations can be made through our website to support the campaign. I am looking for a volunteer treasurer for my campaign. The FEC Committee Treasurers Brochure has more detail.
Yes, I will regularly hold events and welcome all community members to participate! A dialog regarding your ideas and advice is a good way to understand what is going on in the district.