Kristen Alamo Rowin
Kristen Alamo Rowin (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 17th Congressional District. She lost in the Republican primary on March 3, 2020.
Rowin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Kristen Alamo Rowin was born in Lufkin, Texas. She earned a real estate certificate from Angelina College. Rowin's career experience includes working as a real estate broker. She has been affiliated with the Texas Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors.[1]
Elections
2020
See also: Texas' 17th Congressional District election, 2020
Texas' 17th Congressional District election, 2020 (March 3 Republican primary)
Texas' 17th Congressional District election, 2020 (March 3 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Texas District 17
Pete Sessions defeated Rick Kennedy and Ted Brown in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 17 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Pete Sessions (R) | 55.9 | 171,390 | |
| Rick Kennedy (D) | 40.9 | 125,565 | ||
| Ted Brown (L) | 3.2 | 9,918 | ||
| Total votes: 306,873 | ||||
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Democratic primary runoff election
Democratic primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 17
Rick Kennedy defeated David Jaramillo in the Democratic primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 17 on July 14, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Rick Kennedy | 57.3 | 13,496 | |
| David Jaramillo | 42.7 | 10,054 | ||
| Total votes: 23,550 (100.00% precincts reporting) | ||||
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Republican primary runoff election
Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 17
Pete Sessions defeated Renee Swann in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 17 on July 14, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Pete Sessions | 53.5 | 18,524 | |
| Renee Swann | 46.5 | 16,096 | ||
| Total votes: 34,620 (100.00% precincts reporting) | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 17
Rick Kennedy and David Jaramillo advanced to a runoff. They defeated William Foster III in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 17 on March 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Rick Kennedy | 47.9 | 22,148 | |
| ✔ | David Jaramillo | 35.0 | 16,170 | |
| William Foster III | 17.1 | 7,887 | ||
| Total votes: 46,205 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 17
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 17 on March 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Pete Sessions | 31.6 | 21,667 | |
| ✔ | Renee Swann | 19.0 | 13,047 | |
| George Hindman | 18.1 | 12,405 | ||
| Elianor Vessali | 9.2 | 6,283 | ||
 | Scott Bland | 7.2 | 4,947 | |
| Trent Sutton | 5.2 | 3,593 | ||
| Todd Kent | 3.5 | 2,367 | ||
| Kristen Alamo Rowin | 1.7 | 1,183 | ||
| Laurie Godfrey McReynolds | 1.6 | 1,105 | ||
| David Saucedo | 1.4 | 975 | |
| Jeffrey Oppenheim (Unofficially withdrew) | 0.7 | 483 | |
| Ahmad Adnan | 0.7 | 477 | ||
| Total votes: 68,532 | ||||
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Libertarian convention
Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 17
Ted Brown advanced from the Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 17 on March 21, 2020.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | Ted Brown (L) | |
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Campaign themes
2020
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Kristen Alamo Rowin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Rowin's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Kristen Alamo Rowin is a Christian, wife, mother, and business owner. She is a first generation American who, through hard work and persistence, has built her own American Dream. Kristen graduated with her Real Estate Certificate, at Angelina College, 2 weeks prior to graduating high school. She has been a Realtor since age 18. By the age of 25, she obtained her real estate broker's license and founded Alamo Real Estate in Waco, TX. She has always been involved in leadership roles from running a business to organizing church events; her heart is rooted in service. Kristen has entered the 2020 congressional race in Texas 17 after she felt God's call to do so. She is a fighter for the forgotten man and woman. One of her goals in 2020 is to not only win a place in Congress but to unite people over the common goal of American success. She is a constitutional conservative Republican who has vowed to fight and expose corruption, put an end to government protection of big corporations, and advance conservative values.
- "Lets get back to the basics of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness"
- "We must have a government for the people, by the people, and reject anything to the contrary"
- "I will be the voice of the forgotten man and woman. I care about the things that most effect the working family because I am one of them. It's time to send a true representative of the people to Washington"
First we must define government's role. There are many policies and ideas that should be rejected on this basis alone. For instance, the second amendment is under attack. "Shall not be infringed" leaves no room for exceptions. We have a lot of big issues that need to be addressed in our country. Corruption on any side of the aisle, balancing trade deals, securing our border, and allowing unconstitutional laws are the issues on a grand scale. Equally as pressing, are issues every day Americans face like being victim to a money hungry healthcare system, liberal agendas spilling over into schools, and politicians who do not serve the interest of the people.
So much work is needed. Send a uniter, a doer, a fighter, a leader. Send me.
Aside from Jesus, I look up to our current president, Donald Trump. He was a business man who was willing to serve his country for free, withstand daily attacks, and is still making things happen. He can have harsh or even rude words but I can't imagine what life would be like to be hated and attacked by so many. He stays the course and is fighting for us even though he isn't getting credit. I look at what people do more than what they say. He is delivering actions.
The bible and constitution.
A representative should be selfless, trustworthy, and not corrupt. They must be willing to advance the interests of the people over their own interests. Someone who can not be swayed by pressure and knows where they stand. Someone who can unite with humbleness and gentleness to win hearts.
I am a christian who puts God first. I am a leader who will not back down. I am the person who will do something when it needs to be done while others sit by. I will stand even if I am standing alone. I know how to budget and find solutions. I am a solutions based person who has a common sense perspective.
The core responsibilities are to put the interests of the people above your own, to adhere to the constitution, and not back down.
My first job was working in my parent's restaurant. My dad is a self made business man who ventured into the restaurant business while I was in middle school. The grand opening was such a success, he had to come pick me up from home to work. I jumped in that very first day and haven't looked back. I was taught the value of hard work and the value of persistence. These are some values that I still carry with me today.
The bible is my favorite book. All things pertaining to life and godliness are pertained there. It is inspirational, life giving, and convicting.
Donald Trump has shown this notion to be false. Was the intention of the founders to have representatives who had political experience? It doesn't matter and can be a detriment if the person is intertwined with corruption. I think someone with business sense, common sense, and life experiences would best serve the people.
Corruption is the root of many of the problems we face today. We can not advance as a country if it is not rooted out. This is the most pressing issue that needs to be addressed because it includes people from our own government and governmental agencies.
I would be interested in serving in Small business, Veterans affairs, Ethics, or Appropriations committees.
I do not believe it was the intention of the founders to have career politicians. I am full support of term limits.
A few representatives that I admire are Elise Stefanik, Jim Jordan, and Trey Gowdy.
I recently spoke to a group in my district at one of their republican meetings. I spoke about the fact that I will represent regular people because I am one. I discussed how we do not have health insurance and I had someone approach me after the event to thank me for sharing this because their family also did not have insurance. It is in sharing the struggles, I am reminded who and what I am fighting for; for my family and yours.
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Campaign website
Rowin’s campaign website stated the following:
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2nd Amendment "The Constitution preserves the advantage of being armed which Americans possess over the people of almost every other nation where the governments are afraid to trust the people with arms." -James Madison Application: "Shall not be infringed" leaves no room for exception. Requiring licenses of people who legally purchase a firearm is unconstitutional. I fully support "Stand Your Ground" and Castle doctrine. We should be encouraging gun ownership for a safer America. National Security A country without borders is no country at all. If we cannot vet people entering our country how can we preserve our safety? This topic has been so politicized when the truth of the matter is that all Americans should advocate for strong and safe borders. The problems are not just at our southern border. We must vet all people entering our country. We must ensure that Americans are protected on all fronts - at the border, within our country, and online. We must also ensure our relationships with other countries are of mutual benefit. Application: We must have secure borders and a wall system will aid in securing them. Being smart in our foreign relations to ensure deals are fair and balanced. We should not be offering foreign aid to countries that don't support our ideals and that are not standing with us. Cannabis/Medical Freedom/ Healthcare More accessible healthcare will be achievable in a free market, not a mandated one. Free market and competition drives prices down. Big pharma transparency will allow a better educated consumer to make the right decision for their family. Requiring prices to be posted so consumers can shop, encouraging affordable options like direct primary care for those with or without insurance, and educating consumers about all options such a Health Savings Accounts will garner positive change in our system by putting the consumer before big pharma profits. I support the use of medicinal cannabis. It is a natural, God given plant that has been shown to help people with varying ailments. Furthermore, I believe in medical freedom for all Americans. The government has no business mandating your healthcare. Application: I am in support of the use of cannabis for medical purposes only. There are some changes that must occur to protect the people from big pharma. Requiring easy to read, upfront pricing, driving prescription cost down by using the capitalist, free market system of competition, and establishing and expanding new models of care such as direct primary care. You may be reading this and not even know what direct primary care is and that is part of the problem. Informing the consumer is essential for assisting them in making informed decisions.
Economy Bringing jobs to America and Texas should be one of our main focuses that unite us all. Regulations imposed by those who don't understand the market they legislate and high taxes kill both small and big business. Texas has continually done a phenomenal job at attracting industry and business with their pro business tax structure. I will continue to encourage expansion and economic prosperity in Texas. Socialism has never been proven to work and encourages less innovation, productivity, and growth. I will stand strong against the promotion and advancement of these ideals. Application: Capitalism and free market creates opportunity and competition for businesses to drive down prices for consumers. Decreased taxes allows for growth and expansion for businesses resulting in hiring more employees, raising wages, and economic growth. Parental Rights/School Choice Parents know what is best for their child and should not have to worry about government overreach or interference. I support School Choice and believe that parents have all say in their child's schooling, well being, and health. I will stand with parents against any and all government overreach, intrusion, and mandates. Pro Life and Pro Traditional Marriage Life begins at conception as a baby continues to grow in its mother's womb. Abortion has been labeled as a "woman's right to choose" when in reality we are discussing matters of life and death. I will always stand for the protection of innocent life. A country that does not value or respect life is truly a lost one. Encouraging alternatives to abortion and making adoption affordable and accessible are ways to further promote saving lives. I love all of my fellow Americans, including those who identify as LGBT. I do not agree with their choice to try and redefine marriage. I believe there is one definition of marriage and that it is a union between one man and one woman. I will stand firm in protection of the value and sanctity of marriage.
Climate Change Climate change has continued to be an idea promoted by those who profit from spreading these ideals. There is no logic behind the mass hysteria and promotion of climate change as a grave concern. In fact, their own historical data proves that earth has cycles of heating and cooling. Per https://climate.nasa.gov/evidence/, "most of these climate changes are attributed to very small variations in Earth’s orbit that change the amount of solar energy our planet receives." On this same site, scientists are said to "agree that climate-warming trends over the past century are extremely likely due to human activities." They cannot say definitively that human activity has caused warming but rather that it is "likely" and yet they want to legislate this idea that cannot be established as fact. I will not support the advancement or promotion of this flawed ideology. [2] |
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| —Kristen Alamo Rowin[3] | ||
See also
2020 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on November 23, 2019
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Kristen Alamo Rowin 2020 campaign website, "Policy," accessed February 5, 2020
