Article Contributed on: 10/6/2008 9:34:31 AM
John Soper is a candidate for State House District 34. He's running against Republican Tom Bopp and Green Party candidate Tony D'Lallo. YourHub.com asked him to respond to a questionnaire about his interests and local issues.
Name: John Soper
Seat you are seeking: House District 34
Age: 68
Family: Married to wife Juanita for 48 years. 3 children and 9 grandchildren.
Occupation: Legislator. Retired electrician and retired U.S. Navy reserves.
Hometown: Thornton, Colorado
Web site: www.johnsoper.com
Favorite local place to hang out: Bronco games.
What do you like most about living here?: Our four seasons. Colorado plains, mountains and our city.
Interests and hobbies: Gardening and woodwork.
Favorite TV show: NCIS
Favorite web site:
People who insired you and how: President
Jimmy Carter. A dedicated public servant and christian. Also my greatgrandfather,
I. E. Harrnish, who was a hard working farmer and family man. He taught me about having compassion toward others.
How you have contributed to the community: Served as House District 34 representative since 2005. Caoched little league basketball. Started Awana Clubs at Crossroads Baptist Church and worked in the club for 35 years. Thornton Planning Commission 11 years. Various other community and city boards and commissions.
What are the biggest issues facing your constituancy now: The economy, including high gas prices and home forclosures. Ensuring living wages and good benefits for Colorado workers is also very important. And, many of my constituants are searching for relief from the high cost of healthcare.