District

Starting in 2023, District 1 will encompass all of Algoma Township and precincts 1-5 and 8 of Plainfield Township. I put the following map image together to show the precincts of the new 2023 district as highlighted in yellow. I have not found an online tool yet that will show this interactively like it does for the current districts.

The official Kent County publication for the new districts is at https://www.accesskent.com/pdfs/apportionment/VerHeulen-DetailedStreetView.pdf

Issues

Health Mandates

Mandates are a bridge to giving up your rights. Attempts were made to mandate masks and EXPERIMENTAL vaccines, even in the face of statistics and studies that refuted their necessity. How far will We the People bow to the imposition of these forceful, unconstitutional mandates? Our county and state health system failed us, and we need to do something about it.

Election Integrity

Democracy within the United States republic is in danger. Without a true and honest election, there essentially is no democracy, and the republic falls. I am in disbelief that so much evidence in the form of videos, affidavits, and ballot discovery has been ignored. And many of our government officials are spineless to act. Why is that? This needs to be fixed… maybe with a reset to hand ballots, hand counting, and hand tabulation and aggregation. What do you think?

Education

Schools are indoctrinating our children with messages that ought not be in a school setting. Is Critical Race Theory what we should be teaching our impressionable young children? Why are they being told they are either victim or oppressor? Sexually prurient books in school libraries are teaching our children that sex in any form is OK, and that it can even be done behind a parent's back. We need to get back to being about academics and history - not teaching our children about alternate gender desires, sexual perversion, and how to be racist.

Constitution First

The U.S. Constitution is the supreme law of the United States of America. Our founding fathers authored this excellent document "to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity." This is my base of reasoning.

First Amendment Rights

Having no laws that respect a particular religion is a good thing, but that's different than suspending a child for sharing his faith on public school grounds. The right to speak freely is beautiful, until the government controls the media and "Big Tech", and the free speech is censored. The right to assemble to protest is encouraging, until there is a miscarriage of justice for peaceful protests and leniency for riotous ones. I will make sure that our first amendment rights remain protected and not misunderstood.

Second Amendment Rights

Some have this misconception that the Second Amendment GIVES us the right to bear arms. Let's be clear - we intrinsically have that right. The Second Amendment tells us that it "shall not be infringed". I believe that this right MUST be protected as the authors of the Constitution intended, to ensure personal safety, and as a check against potential tyranny.

Funding Our Sheriff

Supporting and funding law enforcement is critical for the safety and well being of the citizens. Experiments in defunding law enforcement have been disastrous in many communities. I stand behind our Kent County law enforcement and pledge to ensure our Sheriff department receives the financial resources and community support they need.

Pro-Life

I firmly believe that life starts at conception. Abortion is a tragic choice that takes the life of the unborn child, and potentially affects the the mother psychologically for life. I vow to advocate for our most vulnerable citizens and be a voice for the voiceless.

Fiscal Responsibility

One of the primary responsibilities of a commissioner is fiscal responsibility. Are we asking the right questions about federal funds that we accept? Are we wisely spending the taxes we collect? Are we starting programs that make sense for our given community and needs? Are county roads getting attention? Is there frivolous spending? These are questions I am not afraid to ask.

Endorsements

"Mark Jordan has the fortitude to stand up for our families and liberties when it truly matters. We are in an unprecedented time, and Mark has the resolve to speak up to be our voice. I endorse Mark Jordan for Kent County Commissioner in District 1."

- Kevin Green, Algoma Township Supervisor, Former Republican House Whip

"I fully support Mark Jordan for Kent Commissioner. These past two years have been difficult on families, with no support from our elected leaders. Mark pushed back against the do-nothing, so-called Republicans in our county. I know without a doubt, Mark is the real thing, and he will put Kent County families first! He will push pack against the unchecked power grabs happening here in our county. Elect a patriot, not a politician."

- Elizabeth A. Johnson, Algoma Township Trustee

"Mark Jordan is not afraid to stand up for what’s right. He is a husband and father, a Christian and Patriot. I like that Mark will look out for us now and for our children’s future."

- Cathleen Postmus, Plainfield Township Community Leader, Retired Police Officer

"I have had the pleasure of knowing and serving alongside Mark Jordan since 2013. As his family’s friend and pastor, I have been able to see firsthand the character, values, and heart that he displays toward others and toward this city. I can testify to the fact that he is a man of profound faith, strong conviction, and consistent character who shoots straight and speaks with passion about things that matter. His wonderful wife, great kids, and their vibrant family culture all testify to his steady presence, courageous values, and genuine desire to grow and learn. If elected, I believe he would serve us all with distinction, faithfulness, and sincere enthusiasm!"

- Rev. Joshua Blunt

"In the time I have spent getting to know Mark Jordan and his wife, Sue, I believe he has the strong faith, integrity, and courage necessary to represent and defend conservative principle in both times of peace and time of crisis. We are facing such a crisis now as a nation, a spiritual, cultural and economic assault on our families. As a Plainfield Township resident and mom, I'm thankful Mark is standing up to represent my voice in the county."

- Anna Timmer, Founder of West Michigan Action Conservatives

"Mark Jordan is the best choice for Kent County Commissioner District 1 (my district). He is unashamedly pro-life, limited government, pro 2A, and pro family. It's time to replace incumbents who don't follow or read the GOP platform or Constitution. Mark is the right Republican for the job!"

- Dr. Rev. Mark Gurley, Founder Make Michigan Great Again®, Co-Founder Michigan Heartbeat Coalition

KentContract.com

The Kent Contract Coalition is a group of everyday citizens of Kent County that have banded together to promote and restore a true government of the people, by the people, and for the people. They have asked candidates for Kent County Commissioner to review, sign, and abide by a contract, for which the public will hold them accountable for the promises made therein.

A summary of those promises are:

  • Protect all Constitutional Freedoms
  • Defend Life from Conception
  • Oppose Critical Race Theory
  • Guard Against Government Overreach
  • Defend 2A Rights
  • Demand Government Transparency
  • Remove DEI Programs Locally
  • Revise County Bylaws

I have signed this contract, and am honored to align with these same values of the Kent Contract Coalition.

For more information, visit KentContract.com.

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