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David is currently the co-founder and CEO of a venture studio and holding company focused on projects at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Community Impact. He was previously the co-founder and CEO of StreetShares, a software-as-a-service platform acquired by MeridianLink in 2022. Additionally, he served as a police officer for the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and worked within the Department of Defense as a US Marine Corps infantryman and a US Army air defense artilleryman.

David John Winkler's campaign for US representative is his first run for public office. 

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Supports integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programs into school curricula to foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Supports integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programs into school curricula.

Supports strengthening core curriculum and academic standards by advocating for rigorous, internationally benchmarked standards in essential subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and history.

Plans to advocate for policies that empower parents to have greater control over their children’s education, whether through charter schools, private school choice programs, homeschooling options, or tuition assistance programs.

Plans to support initiatives that connect students with mentors in their fields of interest and provide opportunities for real-world experiences, internships, and apprenticeships.

- Supports integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programs into school curricula.
- Supports strengthening core curriculum and academic standards by advocating for rigorous, internationally benchmarked standards in essential subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and history.
- Plans to advocate for policies that empower parents to have greater control over their children’s education, whether through charter schools, private school choice programs, homeschooling options, or tuition assistance programs.
- Plans to support initiatives that connect students with mentors in their fields of interest and provide opportunities for real-world experiences, internships, and apprenticeships.

Education

Supports establishing a grant system to support veteran-owned startups.

- Supports establishing a grant system to support veteran-owned startups.

Economy

Supports lowering prescription drug costs for seniors by advocating for Medicare negotiations with pharmaceutical companies.

Supports comprehensive healthcare coverage for seniors, including preventive services, mental health support, and long-term care.

Supports protecting and preserving Medicare for future generations.

Supports the establishment of new VA centers of excellence to provide comprehensive care, including mental health services, addiction rehabilitation, job training, and financial counseling, to prevent homelessness.

Opposes codifying the protections of Roe vs. Wade.

- Supports lowering prescription drug costs for seniors by advocating for Medicare negotiations with pharmaceutical companies.
- Supports comprehensive healthcare coverage for seniors, including preventive services, mental health support, and long-term care.
- Supports protecting and preserving Medicare for future generations.
- Supports the establishment of new VA centers of excellence to provide comprehensive care, including mental health services, addiction rehabilitation, job training, and financial counseling, to prevent homelessness.
- Opposes a national abortion ban.
- Opposes codifying the protections of Roe vs. Wade.

Healthcare

As of September 30, 2024, David John Winkler’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Voting & Elections

Plans to advocate for providing military aid and diplomatic support to Ukraine in its efforts to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Plans to promote continued military, economic, and diplomatic assistance to Israel.

Plans to balance support for international allies with a commitment to fiscal responsibility at home.

Plans to advocate for robust oversight and transparency measures to ensure that aid to Ukraine and Israel is used responsibly and in accordance with U.S. laws and values.

- Plans to advocate for providing military aid and diplomatic support to Ukraine in its efforts to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
- Plans to promote continued military, economic, and diplomatic assistance to Israel.
- Plans to balance support for international allies with a commitment to fiscal responsibility at home.
- Plans to advocate for robust oversight and transparency measures to ensure that aid to Ukraine and Israel is used responsibly and in accordance with U.S. laws and values.

Foreign Policy and Immigration

Supports investing in research and development of cleaner, more efficient fossil fuel technologies, including carbon capture, advanced combustion, and emissions reduction methods.

Supports the "responsible development of domestic fossil fuel resources" to reduce foreign dependence and enhance national energy security.

Supports upholding environmental regulations and fostering industry best practices to protect the environment from fossil fuel production and use.

- Supports investing in research and development of cleaner, more efficient fossil fuel technologies, including carbon capture, advanced combustion, and emissions reduction methods.
- Supports the "responsible development of domestic fossil fuel resources" to reduce foreign dependence and enhance national energy security.
- Supports upholding environmental regulations and fostering industry best practices to protect the environment from fossil fuel production and use.

Energy & the Environment

Supports the "identification and removal of individuals who pose a threat to public safety, have criminal records, or violate immigration laws, while providing compassionate treatment for non-threatening individuals and families."

Supports establishing a comprehensive national program to recruit, train, and retain cyber defense professionals.

- Supports the "identification and removal of individuals who pose a threat to public safety, have criminal records, or violate immigration laws, while providing compassionate treatment for non-threatening individuals and families."
- Supports establishing a comprehensive national program to recruit, train, and retain cyber defense professionals.

Public Safety

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David John Winkler

David John Winkler is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of a venture studio and holding company focused on projects at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Community Impact. He was previously the Co-Founder and CEO of StreetShares, a software-as-a-service platform acquired by MeridianLink in 2022. Additionally, he served as a Police Officer for the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and worked within the Department of Defense as a US Marine Corps Infantryman and a US Army Air Defense Artilleryman.

David Winkler's campaign for US Representative in Congressional District 4 in Pennsylvania is his first run for public office. 

Supports access to vocational and technical education.

Supports school choice, including charter schools, private school programs, and homeschooling.

Supports initiatives that connect students with mentors in their fields of interest and provide opportunities for real-world experiences, internships, and apprenticeships.

Supports emphasizing trades and technical education.

Supports education policies that address various cross-cutting considerations.

Supports the Small Business Patriot Initiative, which aims to empower veterans in entrepreneurship.

Supports policies that aim to help veterans.

Supports tax reforms that provide breaks and incentives for veteran-owned businesses and those who invest in them.

Plans to create mentorship programs focusing on practical business skills, leadership, and innovation by leveraging the expertise of successful veteran entrepreneurs.

Said, "I will balance support for international allies with a commitment to fiscal responsibility at home."

Believes addressing Medicare and prescription drug costs requires bipartisan cooperation.

Supports comprehensive healthcare coverage.

Supports protecting Medicare for future generations.

Supports affordable healthcare and medication for seniors and aims to protect Medicare's integrity and sustainability for all generations.

Plans to mandate regular reporting and oversight to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of voting reforms.

As a member of the Joint Service Color Guard, conducted honors for various New York City sports teams, including the NY Jets, NY Giants, NY Yankees, NY Mets, NY Rangers, NY Islanders, and the Brooklyn Nets.

Believes in serving as a "uniting force" to bring prosperity to all.

Believes in protecting voting rights and ensuring fair elections. Supports measures to secure election integrity and expand access to the ballot.

Believes in preserving the rich political history of the 4th Congressional District of Pennsylvania, established in 1795.

Believes his candidacy will address voting rights concerns and offer an alternative to the incumbent, appealing to Republicans, Independents, and frustrated Democrats.

Supports comprehensive immigration reform, including a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, and addressing the root causes of migration.

Supports streamlining Veterans Affairs services.

Supports strengthening asylum and refugee programs.

Supports implementing innovative technologies and modernizing customs and immigration processes to streamline lawful border crossings while maintaining rigorous security measures.

Supports modernizing visa and immigration policies.

Supports simplifying Veterans Affairs procedures to provide immediate access to housing services for homeless veterans.

Believes in balancing support for Ukraine and Israel with American fiscal responsibility and strategic international engagement.

Supports creating a pathway to legal status for undocumented individuals who have lived in the U.S. for an extended period, contributed to their communities, and passed security and background checks.

Supports the economic growth of a robust energy sector, emphasizing job creation, energy affordability, and American energy independence.

Believes in a balanced energy strategy that includes fossil fuels, renewable energy, nuclear power, and innovative energy technologies to meet growing energy demands while transitioning to sustainable solutions.

Supports a bipartisan approach to using fossil fuels for energy independence while also working to develop more climate-friendly energy solutions.

Supports creating a federal emergency fund for veterans to prevent homelessness.

Supports collaboration between governmental agencies and private sector entities to share best practices and threat intelligence.

Supports developing a clear strategy for cyber deterrence that includes both passive and active cyber capabilities.

Plans to improve "cyber hygiene" by introducing policies for mandatory regular assessments and compliance with industry security standards in both public and private sectors.

As of October 3, 2024, David John Winkler’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- Your US Representative represents the interests of your district in the US House of Representatives, the lower house of Congress. Pennsylvania currently has 19 US Representatives.
- US Representatives can author, sponsor, debate, and vote on bills that become national law.
- Representatives may serve on congressional committees. Committees focus on certain policy areas, such as transportation, education, or labor. They may also run for higher positions within their party, such as the Speaker of the House or Majority/Minority Leader.
- Representatives are elected to two-year terms. To hold this office, a candidate must be a legal resident of Pennsylvania for at least seven years before their election. 
- US Representatives are paid a salary of $174,000/year.