Lauri A. Shillings

Where Shillings stands

Education & schools

I am most passionate about civic engagement and participation. I believe that politics should not be seen as something for political insiders, rather something that citizens should educate themselves about and reclaim. The power of our government has been taken away from you - and we need to reclaim it.

Education & schools

I am determined to accomplish my goals, and want others to succeed along with me. I have fostered a lifetime of continued education in leadership styles, design for problem solving, and the study of sociology to improve my view on why society behaves as it does. I have a keen interest in what patterns of pressure influences human behavior. I understand that one setback doesn't mean failure, it means I have learned one wrong way to accomplish a goal- and there are dozens of ways that It could absolutely still go right.

Taxes & budget

Passing legislation that benefits the voters in my district. Reduction of government spending at every opportunity to reduce the tax burden on every citizen, and reducing our national debt.

Why I Am Running

As Secretary of State, I am focused on three core priorities:

Priorities & campaign themes

I look up to leaders that care about people, and those that foster a culture of learning, creativity, and improvement. Most recently, I have been deeply inspired by Brene Brown and her research on the impact of courage, vulnerability, and bravery on personal growth and leadership.