Candidate Profile: Raymon Anthony Doane, U.S. Senate

The 2020 election is heating up in Colorado and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office. Eyes are primarily focused on the presidential election, but voters will also decide the outcome of state representative, senate and judicial seats.

Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Raymon Anthony Doane is running for U.S. Senate.

Age: 30
Party affiliation: Libertarian Party
Family: N/A
Occupation: Business Analyst Colorado Department of Revenue, Tax Examiner Colorado Department of Revenue, Property Tax Specialist Colorado Department of Local Affairs
Previous elected experience: No
Family members in government: No
Campaign website: www.doane4colorado.com

The single most pressing issue facing our state is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Water rights are the most pressing issue facing our state. As the population grows in the State of Colorado, we must be looking for alternative ways to bring fresh water here. I wish to promote thorium-salt reactors as it will reduce the energy cost for future endeavors.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I will stand up for the people of Colorado regardless of political affiliation and will do my best to unite individuals rather than playing into the political divide currently amid our mist.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

Being a public servant for the government has prompted me to be in unpleasant positions where I was defending actions/statutes that elected officials have made. This has granted me the opportunity to truly be held accountability for all that I will be doing as Senator.

What steps should state government take to bolster economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic for local businesses?

The government should allow the companies to conduct business as usual and not interfere in their future.

How will you address the calls for racial justice and police reform?

Ensure that the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act's Violent Offender Incarceration and Truth-in-Sentencing Incentive Grants Program no longer applies to segments of the prison system. This encourages police officers to arrest/fine people when there may not be a reason.

List other issues that define your campaign platform:

Term limits for Congress (3 terms for U.S. Representatives, 2 terms for U.S. Senators), National legalization of marijuana

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I want everyone to know that I place accountability in the highest regard. This will keep me rooted and ensure that I do not abuse the privileges provided to me if elected.