Victor Willert

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Victor Willert

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Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

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Birthplace

New York, N.Y.

Religion

Roman Catholic

Profession

Assistant principal

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Victor Willert (No Political Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Nevada's 1st Congressional District. He did not appear on the ballot for the general election on November 5, 2024.

Biography

Victor Willert was born in New York, New York. He attended LaGuardia Community College and State University of New York at New Paltz for undergraduate study and earned a degree in 1979. He attended New York University and City College of New York for graduate study and earned a degree in 1984. Willert's career experience includes working as a secondary education social studies teacher and assistant principal. His professional credentials include a teaching certificate and license in New York State and in Nevada, and an administrative certificate and license in New York State. Willert has been affiliated with the Council of School Supervisors & Administrators and the American Federation of Teachers.

Elections

2024

See also: Nevada's 1st Congressional District election, 2024

Nevada's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Democratic primary)

Nevada's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Republican primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Nevada District 1

The following candidates ran in the general election for U.S. House Nevada District 1 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Dina Titus (D)	52.0	167,885
		Mark Robertson (R)	44.5	143,650
		Ron Quince (No Political Party)	1.0	3,321
	Submit photo	Bill Hoge (Independent American Party)	0.8	2,736
	Submit photo	David Havlicek (L)	0.8	2,711
		David Goossen (No Political Party)	0.8	2,596

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 322,899
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Gabriel Cornejo (No Political Party)
• Victor Willert (No Political Party)

Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Dina Titus advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Nevada District 1.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 1

Mark Robertson defeated Flemming Larsen, Jim Blockey, Michael Boris, and Evan Stone in the Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 1 on June 11, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mark Robertson	48.2	14,102
		Flemming Larsen	39.1	11,434
	Submit photo	Jim Blockey	5.1	1,487
		Michael Boris	4.4	1,279
		Evan Stone	3.2	950

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 29,252
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Ron Quince (R)

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Willert in this election.

2020

See also: Nevada's 3rd Congressional District election, 2020

Nevada's 3rd Congressional District election, 2020 (June 9 Republican primary)

Nevada's 3rd Congressional District election, 2020 (June 9 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Nevada District 3

Incumbent Susie Lee defeated Daniel Rodimer, Steven Brown, and Edward Bridges II in the general election for U.S. House Nevada District 3 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Susie Lee (D)	48.8	203,421
		Daniel Rodimer (R)	45.8	190,975
		Steven Brown (L)	3.0	12,315
		Edward Bridges II (Independent American Party)	2.5	10,541

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 417,252
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Alex Pereszlenyi (Independent)
• Gary Crispin (Independent)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Nevada District 3

Incumbent Susie Lee defeated Dennis Sullivan and Tiffany Ann Watson in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Nevada District 3 on June 9, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Susie Lee	82.8	49,223
		Dennis Sullivan	9.8	5,830
		Tiffany Ann Watson	7.4	4,411

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 59,464
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Richard Hart (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 3

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 3 on June 9, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Daniel Rodimer	49.8	25,143
		Dan Schwartz	27.1	13,667
		Mindy Robinson	13.2	6,659
		Brian Nadell	3.9	1,971
		Corwin Newberry	3.8	1,913
		Victor Willert	2.2	1,116

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 50,469
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Jaylon Calhoun (R)
• Zachary Walkerlieb (R)
• Tiger Helgelien (R)

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2020

Victor Willert completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Willert's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am the youngest son of immigrant parents from the Philippines. I was born and raised in New York City. I first attended LaGuardia Community College and earned my Associate Degree in Liberal Arts. Then attended the State University of New York, College at New Paltz, to earn my Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education/ Social Studies. Proceeded to earn my Master's Degree in Social Studies at New York University. Finally, earned an Administrative Certificate at City College of New York in School Administration. I worked for thirty-three (33) in the field of education as a teacher and as a School Administrator (Assistant Principal). The first eight (8) years in Catholic Schools. The last 25 years with New York City Department of Education. I worked all my life in schools with under privileged students. I retired in 2014 and moved to Henderson to be close with my parents. Currently work part-time as a CPR Instructor/ Instructor Trainer.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Strengthen and Secure Social Security

• Health Care-

• Armed Services/ Veterans

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Strengthen and Secure Social Security- Make sure the system is solvent with NO cuts in benefits! We will eliminate the cap on earnings for ten (10) years. Once the cap is reached, the tax will be reduced to five percent (5%) for both the employer and the employee. Return Social Security to its original status, as a Trust Fund, so the money cannot be used for anything else except to act as Supplemental Income when workers retire.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my father. If he tells someone he is going to do something, he does it. He keeps his word. Keeping one's word is extremely important for it is a promise that you are giving to another person.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Determination and Compassion. I always have the determination to strive for success. When confronted, I always try/ work harder to accomplish my goals. I also have the compassion not to step on someone while attaining success. I can only achieve if others I work with work for the same goal.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Core responsibilities are to be humble, willing to hear the other side and lead by example. The humbleness means that we are representing our constituents, not the other way around. Treat our constituents as you would want to be treated. Being transparent in your dealings with no shady backroom deals. Having the willingness to hear and understand the other person, especially if their viewpoint is different from yours, is absolutely necessary. That is when, negotiations can start. Understand the other side to make a decision that helps the most involved, hopefully, in a positive way. Lastly, lead by example. By carrying myself as a representative of those I serve, I am letting others see how I am leading by example. If I see something on the floor that needs to be picked up, I won't ask anyone else to do something that I would not do myself.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The assassination of President John F. Kennedy. I cried as they showed the funeral procession. I was almost seven.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Cashier at Alexander's Department Store in New York City. Held it for about a year.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Man of La Mancha- The Impossible Dream- A song about trying and not settling for the status quo.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

You have a short time to get your agenda on the board. If not successful, then you may not get re-elected.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Absolutely no. Experience called "Life" provides you with the tools necessary in government/ politics. On the same token, there should be term limits on all House and Senate members. There should be no such creature as a "life-long" politician.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

If the partisan bickering does not stop, then government doesn't do what it is supposed to do, govern. Political parties on both sides are more concerned about the political party rather than what is good for our country. If elected, will prioritize my votes in the following manner: What is best for our country, our state and my local constituents.

If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Education

Healthcare

Veterans

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes. As Mark Twain once said, "Politicians need to be changed as often as babies." One group (The House) gets everyone elected every 2 years along with one-third of the Senate. It is in the Constitution.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

There SHOULD be term limits. Three terms for House Members and Two terms for Senate Members.

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?

If we want to help lead this country, then it becomes necessary to compromise with leadership on the other side. Hopefully, they are willing to compromise as well. Not every single issue has to be a win-win scenario.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

None

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?

Unfortunately, because of the Covid-19 lock down, I haven't had time to sit and discuss issues/ stories from others.

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Victor Willert campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	U.S. House Nevada District 1	Withdrew general	$0	N/A**
2020	U.S. House Nevada District 3	Lost primary	$0	N/A**
Grand total			$0	N/A**
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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Footnotes

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Nevada's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Catherine Masto (D)

Jacky Rosen (D)

Representatives

District 1

Dina Titus (D)

District 2

Mark Amodei (R)

District 3

Susie Lee (D)

District 4

Steven Horsford (D)

Democratic Party (5)

Republican Party (1)