Public Figures and Organizations That Signed the Pledge

Jenna Vanhorne

I signed this pledge because we need honesty in politics now more than ever. The American People have been duped and misguided by false information for too long and I for one am tired of it.

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Scott Fuqua

As misinformation increasingly becomes part of our civic discourse, it is critically important that it be disinfected by the truth. Our citizens can get the truth to which they are entitled - they just have to elect officials who will give it to them.

Eric South

I believe that the truth is always best for all. I will keep this pledge all through out my campaign, into office and beyond. I will work with anyone to find the truth, both sides of the story. I believe the truth will set us free.

Jeff Lewis

I believe that the constituents that elect their representatives should always be told the truth by those elected officials. It is not always going to be what they want to hear, but it is far more important that they know they can trust what is being told to them.

Doug Merrill

I want to help President Trump Make America Great Again and it is high time politicians start telling the truth--and I want to be one of them! We have had enough of lying leftist Democrats trying to destroy America because of their hatred for Trump and Truth and it MUST STOP!

Krik Myers

Jon Hague

I signed the pledge because I believe we need a different type of elected official. One who does not spin truth and deceive the public. One who is transparent, open, and honest about their beliefs and the policies they want to pursue. The public is entitled to honesty from their public officials. If we want a better system it has to start here.

Brett Phelps

Andrew Apted

I am sick and tired of listening to politicians thoughtlessly show no regard for the truth. By skewing statistics, making false accusations, and believing in/preaching downright false reasoning--it creates discourse, confusion, and a false sense of security in places where people should be paying the most attention. The lies prompt many people to become apathetic, which in turn causes them to turn away from politics. Unfortunately, I cannot blame them. That is why I am running for office--to make common sense, facts, and the TRUTH a standard in the political arena!

Jim Kephart

I signed the pledge because it is EASY for me, and IMPORTANT for the public.

Sarah Guzman

Mandana Shoushtari

Truth, and transparency matters!

Nancy Bearce

Those who I serve are reliant upon the complete transparency, accountability, trust and fairness in the performance of my position. If that were not achieved, jobs may be lost and in some instances, even lives. I take my position as a protector of the public trust and tax dollars seriously and hope that my example will inspire others seeking the same responsibility to their communities.

Roger Baker

I took this pledge because we need real transparency. I am not perfect but I rather the truth come out than to be right. Facts are important especially now in this time of social media and disinformation that is being spread by many sides of the political spectrum.

Jamie McLeod-Skinner

Michael Vilardi

I believe in honesty in politics.

Nancy Savage

Audrey Denney

I signed this pledge because it is essential that our foundation for all things is based on truth and facts.

James Cammon

Truth formulates the basis for societies to functionally operate, while underwriting the notion of democracy within the given society, and without which (truth) the society crumbles... As a leader in public education, the role and mission of which is generally accepted as - to prepare our youth to be productive and contributing members of society, truth is foundational to all other maxims, and of which I remain expressly committed.

Leon Reval

Laura Jackson

Sean Scorvo

As a physician, businessman, and candidate, I am dismayed at the amount of disinformation portrayed as truth, and ignorance portrayed as courage. A simple recognition of our individual responsibility to question, critically analyze, and verify information before sharing or spreading it is a foundational building block necessary to move beyond what I believe will one day be regarded as a dark period in our information age.

Antoinette Sedillo Lopez

Idalia Lechuga-Tena

I signed this pledge because I want the constituents of the New Mexico State Senate District 20 to know that with me, they will get a candidate who will share, honor, and encourage the truth.

David Hampton

I took the pledge because the truth matters, is knowable, and is absolute. In the absence of the truth, bad opinion reigns and causes bad public policy. I look forward to pushing the truth forward in regards to morality, science, law, economics, and related public policy.

Steve Graham

As a former elected prosecuting attorney and soon-to-be judicial candidate, I see the need for truthfulness and candor to the public at a premium. I am glad to take the pledge.

Jo Rae Perkins

I already do the items listed on the Pro Truth Pledge.

Jamie Horn

Patrick Bonnett

I signed the Pro Truth Pledge because I feel in doing so I make a small measure to hold myself accountable and set a positive example for others to follow.

Matthew Rinker

I believe the truth and an understanding of truth is the only way you can have government that truly works.

Cynthia Dela Rosa

Dalton Haas

We need truthful candidates more than ever in West Virginia.

Chris Vaughn

Joseph Reilly

Jerry Allen

Joe Demers

Truth is narrow. It shares no partiality with anyone, but strikes deep to the marrow like a double edged sword. Justice is the equalizer of truth when darkness comes to light no one escapes from the eyes of truth. It is always consistent, never fails and holds everyone accountable at one time or another. This standard is what I aim for and believe in and seek to have as the dignity of my character.

Kim Mongan-Saladini

Integrity is important.

John Check

Silmo Moura

We MUST always tell and live the truth even if it costs our lives. So many have died because they said the truth to set some of us free and today we enjoy the freedom that cost somebody their life. There is nothing more satisfying than saying and living the truth. So help us God.

Andy Miller

It is time that we have elected officials that we can trust and believe that they are truly there for our best interest. By taking the pledge it will allow me to remember the pledge that I took to be an honest and ethical elected official.

Cathy Kunkel

As a researcher with a background in science, a commitment to the truth has always been fundamental for me, and I am proud to affirm that by signing this pledge. And in these difficult times confronting the coronavirus pandemic and the climate crisis, it is more important than ever that government policy be informed by science and evidence.

Jeff Lewis

I signed the Truth pledge because of all the lies being spread in politics especially on the national level. Politicians can say what is on their minds now but it does not have to be true. We must hold them accountable for this.

Jay Jack

As a candidate for the WV House of Delegates 62nd District, I believe in truth in Campaign as well as in presentation of my own values, goals, and representation of this area.

Richard Thripp

Truth matters. I am committed to NOT mislead people. Even if something is truthfully stated, if I find out most people are misunderstanding it, I will change it so they understand.

James Elam

Americans everywhere deserve to be informed about the issues that matter the most in our lives. Since I am running to be your Representative in the WV House of Delegates in District 36, I want others to know my commitment to the truth and my integrity is beyond reproach. I was proud to serve this State as a Corrections Officer, now I am ready to represent you in Charleston.

Douglas Leigh Hughes

McKayla Wilkes

Truth is not just about honesty in words, it’s about being honest in who you are, and transparent in your actions. Politicians are known to bend the truth. We have come to accept it. I am taking the Pro Truth Pledge because I am not a politician. I am a working mother running for office. There is simply too much as stake to play the same dishonest political games. This is why I am pledging to unconditional honesty in my public service, and unlike most politicians, if I am wrong I will admit my error and correct the record.

Vanessa Hoffman

The Truth about what is going on in our world is the foundation and fuel for moral and ethical governance. Anything less corrupts the system, and wounds the safety and intellect of others and self.

Nnabu Eze

Honesty is a valuable quality to have as once people are deceived by you, they will not trust you again.

Maya Cummings

I signed this pledge because the truth is an essential building block of a well functioning democracy. We must be honest with the people in order to best represent their interests and advocate for solutions that address societal challenges. As we can see from the leadership of Trump, untruths can lead to corruption, destruction, and death. This is simply unacceptable. We must do better.

Keith Laufenberg

It is very sad that I would have to sign this but such is the state of affairs in this day and age.

Jennifer Ivey

Dr. Brian Sager

Dennis Goodwin

I have been a pastor for 44 years as well as a retired Army Chaplain of 33 years. My life is based on truth telling in all things.

Tab Uno

Our Democratic election process is under attack. Our way of informed voting for elected officials is being tested as never before with fake news and false statements raising questions about the legitimacy of the system our Country has to to elect its officials. Now more than ever before, our Country needs candidates who the people can once again trust to have personal integrity and repair the damage to our great system of choosing our leaders.

Johnny Teague

I believe that every official should tell the truth when campaigning and while in office. I believe that if there is a promise or a pledge that is not kept, then that person should be removed from office. If the citizens must tell the truth before Congress, then Congress must be held to an even higher standard or face more serious consequences.

Frances Jackson

I believe in honesty and truth. I believe your integrity and character makes you who you are.

Scott Feuless

It is a shame that there is a need for such a pledge, but in this political environment, sadly, the truth is hard to find. As soon as a candidate has something to gain by sacrificing the truth, they do so. We must stop putting up with that. We cannot let the bar get so low that lies are normalized. I will always be open and truthful with my constituents. I have to be, because those are the people I am in this to serve, and I will never let them down.

Michael Nelson

Lorenzo Sanchez

David Woodson

Ronald Gatling

Jennifer Ramos

Robert Bohmfalk

All politicians should be honest and speak the truth. We should all protect, obey, and defend the U.S. Constitution. Sometimes the Truth hurts, but it could also protect us and save us.

Sara Stapleton Barrera

I am a candidate for Texas Senate District 27 running against 29 year incumbent, Eddie Lucio Jr. The constituents are tired of all the years of untruths that have come out of his office. I fully support your pledge and the sentiment behind it.

Jeffrey Parker

Steve Johnson

William Dixon

I believe in justice. Justice is difficult to achieve unless the full truth is disclosed.

Fanon Rucker

Mayo Makinde

I want to bring public respect back to public office.

Mike Williams

Being honest with the public is a duty of those who serve or wish to.

Michael Tussey

The most important thing we can do is tell the truth and in some cases be honest enough to simple say that you cant share certain things.

Jennifer Fleck

Nick Rubando

Troy Dotson

Tiffany White

Timothy Siegfried

I uphold truth in public service.

Troy Doucet

Terri Jamison

Derek Burress

I believe that voters should make informed choices and having accurate information is a must for voters to make the best possible choice or decision.

Terry Casparis

We have a crisis of conflicting opinions and ideas of how to determine what is real. Truth has been devalued. Factual information is too often replaced with opinion or hearsay. Many disregard the ability of the scientific method to prove what is real and what is not. Professional journalism is ridiculed and minimized. We must take personal responsibility to correct this crisis.

Ed Hallyburton

It is the right thing to do.

Frances Jackson

David Wheeler

I am tired of all the fake news and fake campaign statements. I want voters to know where I stand so they can make a decision on whether to support me or not.

Larry Norman

Adrian Travers

There is too much dishonesty, not just in DC, but in state and local community government. I am taking the pledge because I am looking for my chance to make the much-needed changes when I am elected.

Kevin Barnet

I signed the pledge because Facts matter. I believe everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but not their own facts.

Liam Leaver

Tim Hyatt

I signed the pledge because I want not only my voters but the public to know that I will honest in my campaign and if elected my pledge to honesty will continue. Being honest is the rock that I stand on.

Magistrate Hugh Carlin

I signed the Pledge because truth and transparency are important in our political and legal systems.

Ben Scales

Ted Remington

Tariq Shabazz

I signed the pledge because it is imperative that the people are not bombarded by the falsehoods, and receive accurate information throughout the political process.

Aleccia Sutton

Jennie McCray

Tasha Rountree

I chose to take this pledge because I believe every voter should be assured that the person they are electing is a person of intergrity. It is my goal to work with the community to hold each other accountable for our decisions. I plan to work with my constituents to provide transprancy and open dialoge to better serve the community.

Deborah Myers

Angela Alexander

I believe candidates should act with integrity. I am committed to that value in my public and personal life.

Beth Workman

Kate Schroder

Facts matter!

Desiree Tims

Peter Rosewicz

Cory Branham

My integrity and reputation for honesty and truth is something I take very seriously. I ask friends and mentors to hold me accountable and this is a way of taking that commitment to another level.

Melissa Tuttle

Kenneth Morgan

Walter Hickman

I spent my live doing the right thing.In an era of gerrymandering and public corruption I wanted to stand up.

Lisa McGowan

Daniel Kilgore

I am committed to helping or fellow citizens and restoring faith in our government.

Tricia Sprankle

Jennifer Flower

Jo'el Jones

I took the pledge, because truth and honesty are important life attributes. Moreover, asking citizens for their trust to lead in public office and being an individual of integrity, should be synonymous.

Kim McCarthy

M. Xavier Carrigan

Timothy Cannon

I am in my 13th year as a judge. Honesty and truthfulness in judicial campaigns should be a priority. Even misleading the voters about a fact or a record should be banned.

Don Holtvoigt

I am seeking local public office (County Commission). I believe that truth and transparency empower people to make informed decisions, and I believe those people should be powerful.

Glenda Smith

I have integrity.

Vanessa Enoch

I believe it is important to tell the truth and to operate with integrity.

Ronald Karpus

Matthew Guyette

Democracy is impossible without an informed electorate.

Christina Holloway

I signed the Pro-Truth Pledge because I believe in running an honest and transparent campaign. I believe that the people of Ohio deserve an individual who lead by example, with truth and integrity.

Paul Monroe

Aaron Godfrey

As a scientist, I have built my career off of verifiable truth and I would seek to do the same in Congress. If we cannot agree on the truth, we cannot get anything done. As a candidate and as an elected official, I will base my votes off of real research - not punditry, not spin, and not ideology.

Monique Smith

Factual information in public discourse is necessary in order to make intelligent decisions, form intelligent opinions and continue to develop a civilized culture.

Steven Salander

Integrity and truth are part of your character. And only in truth will we truly move forward

John Rutan

Public service is not about the person holding office, it is about accomplishing the needs and desires of Ohioans. To do this I believe in representing what is best for the people over my own desires. I am an American First and Republican Second. I believe District 17 deserves a representative who will provide voice and results. Rutan has a Plan to help provide the basic necessities, lower taxes, increase job security, home security, infrastructure improvement, technology expansion, a disciplined education system and reformed prison system.

Carol Brenstuhl

it is important to me that are elected politicians hold themselves to being ethic, honest and truthful. We are here to serve the people.

Charles W. Barrett

Felicia Washington Ross

Mark Bailey

Shelby Hunt

It is essential for elected public servants and candidates to have the confidence of fellow citizens that they are being truthful. Personally, this pledge fits within the core of my faith-based candidacy calling for a return to Christian values.

Bruce Workman

I signed the pledge because truth has taken a backseat in politics and the media ever since FCC guidelines were overturned by the Reagan administration. We are living in and era where facts do no matter as much as feelings. Science does not care what you feel. We need to get back to the truth.

Emanuella Groves

I signed because honesty and integrity matter.

William Vodrey

It is important that candidates for public office in a democracy commit to telling the truth and encourage others to do the same.

Alex Lape

Judge Phil Calabrese

I signed the pledge to promote public confidence in the administration of justice and civility in our public discourse.

Catherine Ingram

Jill Schiller

We need to fight against disinformation to protect our democracy.

Werner Lange

Amy Cox

I signed the pledge because I believe that the truth will set us free and I do not know another way to be. i hope that I can set an example of integrity to state politics by signing the pledge.

Kevin Kahn

I signed the pledge because the power of government is derived from the people. Elected officials need to be honest with their constituents in order for the trust endowed by them to be earned.

Michael Hood

Love is the light on which truth relies to reveal suffering. Justice is both an act of compassion and a response to truth. This pact that truth must keep with love is fundamental to justice. Justice is not realized and truth lacks meaning without love and relief of suffering. This concept of truth is missing from our contemporary discourse. A portion of my campaign for US House (OH-11) has been dedicated to elevating our understanding of these concepts in order to create a moral common ground from which we can all approach the issues and challenges in our communities and country; rather than the status quo strategy of starting from a place of partisanship and division.

Joe Romano

I signed the pledge because our democratic republic is founded on the principle of open and honest discourse in the administration of government. As a consumer protection attorney for the past 16+ years, I have been fighting against unscrupulous businesses using deceptive and unconscionable tactics to take advantage of people. As a candidate for the Ohio 16th House District, the people of Bay Village, Rocky River, Fairview Park, North Olmsted and Westlake deserve a State Representative who is open and honest and who does not mislead voters for their own personal gain.

Justin Skaggs

The foundation of our democracy is built on honor, integrity and truthfulness. I pledge truthfulness in all dealings. The public should always be able to rely on the truthfulness of its elected leaders.

Daniel Troy

Jenny Bell

I took the pledge because truth and evidence matters.

Nancy Larson

We cannot have a workable society, let alone a functioning democracy without truth being the basis of trust between people and their government. The erosion of the norm of honesty is alarming and frankly, disgusting to me. I hope that others will rethink their acceptance of lies as common currency and demand integrity of themselves and their elected officials.

Mike Larsen

James Jerome Bell

J. Allen Burger

I signed the pledge because compassionate, ethical government is important to me. Politicians that lie and use fake science to capture or hold public office are a special threat to our democracy. Open and honest debate, using real science and facts, is a cornerstone of our Republic.

Jaime Castle

I signed the Pro-Truth Pledge because I am committed to preserving my integrity and I am deeply concerned about earning people’s trust in my intentions to provide a better America for them.

John Ferrero

All elected officials and candidates should want to tell the truth and run an honest and professional campaign. From the courthouse to the White House, all of us should strive to make politics respectful once again.

David White

Steve Christopher

Colton Copley

Heather Gergen

Cameron Chick

Leith Mudge

Public discourse is increasingly dominated by loud voices who not only twist and distort the truth to support their own arguments but outright lie knowing that some will accept their statements uncritically as fact. This must be fought at every opportunity.

Abu Nayeem

I took the pledge because it is important that we have honest conversations with people and that means using the truth, and admitting when you are wrong.

Desiree Scorcia

Luca Giani

Stan Lambert

Wojciech Maroszek

Social media in Poland are filled by politicians with fake data and fake news in a large scale that I do not accept. I behaved he way the Pledge sees it but now after I took I hope my influence on others will be stronger.

Alan Thompson

I have practiced the principles behind the pledge for years, and thought I should publicly take the pledge to make my position clear, and to encourage other elected officials to take the pledge.

Patrick Register

Distorted facts hinder effective policy.

Andre Miller

It is imperative for accountability and standards as we desire to serve the public.

Marci Shaver

Brianne Solomon

Randy Auxier

Bill Chisholm

Matt Seymour

Paul Knupp Jr.

Truthfulness is a necessity for discourse. If we can not assume it, our discussions become meaningless by default. Via truthfulness, we can arrive at workable solutions to the problems that face us. Without it, we are doomed to repeat our historic failures.

Sasha Bentley

Meaghan Miller

We should all strive to honor and promote truth even if we disagree with the material.

Cooper Nye

I signed the pledge because I believe public discourse should be grounded in facts, guided by reason, and aimed at truth.

Aaron Matteson

Joshua Hardy

Dishonesty and lying does not belong in politics. The public deserves the truth and nothing but the truth. I want to educate the public on how issues will either benefit them or not benefit them by delivering facts, not fiction. This pledge is a step in the right direction.

Lynda Aiman-Smith

Smythe DuVal

Michael Curtis

I live in Washington State, where our government pretends to support news organizations, but then writes laws to hide from them (SB6617) when it might expose them as sexual predators. Our own democrats will scream fake news when the media puts out a story that reports on their misdeeds. This has to stop. I respect a person, even my opponent more when they are honest in their failures, and am much quicker to forgive because I can trust in thier remorse. I have lived my life with one primary ethos, the truth is not always the most favorable light, but it is a pure light, and one that can not be penetrated by the darkness. I speak the facts, to the best of my knowledge. Inform those that hear me of my bias so that they understand my lean and then do the best I can to provide reasonable evidence that I have considered other possibilities. I often correct those in my peer groups, and shun the use of purely incorrect facts.

Mayra Joli

Donald Golden

Sue Digre

Because truth and caring will protect our basic freedoms.

Francisco Pierre-Louis

It should be obvious for people running for office or currently in office to be honest and to tell the truth. We have a duty to serve the people not the powerful few.

John Atkeison

Genevra Prothero

Jake Penrod

Bill Jones

Truth is the only way to fix the government

Dr. Elizabeth Adadi

I want to empower our country to become a community where our differences are part of the fabric that make us so uniquely great. Taking the Pro-Truth Pledge is a great step in this direction.

Cheryl Butler

I love the Pro-Truth Pledge! This is exactly what we need from all our elected officials.

Rubin Anderson

Eileen Gallagher

As a pediatrician, I understand the importance, the necessity of using science and data and fact-based information. When we all make daily decisions that affect the lives of all of us. An application of the scientific method to policy-making ALWAYS allows the government and the public to make better decisions.

Katie Tripp

Catherine Price

Samuel Doctor

This pledge is a great start for those of us who want to reaffirm our belief in practicing rationality and intellectual honesty in our civil discourse. Maintaining our fidelity to the truth can be hard work, but it is so important.

Lee Auman

In signing this pledge, I commit to running a campaign based on facts, not partisan rhetoric. That should be something we can all agree on.

Dave Strider

Tim Knutson

I signed the pledge as there is too much fake news, partial truths, and just plain misleading information posted on Internet sites.

Debra Bellanti

I signed the pledge because it is time to stand up to the false propaganda and vitriol that is being spread across our desktops and television screens.

Linda Jack

I signed the pledge because I am already committed to serving with integrity and checking sources and information for reliability as much as I can. I believe all public figures should be dedicated to presenting truthful communication.

Cynthia Brown

Charlie Hardy

P. Shannon Elswick

For decades, my leadership philosophy has been to be first and foremost principle-centered. My values demand it and I want to be held accountable by others to live up to that standard.

Milda Darguzaite

Hallie Thompson

Gary Mort

I think factual truth based governance is critical.

Dan Hogan

Angelica Earl

We have to stand strong with the truth and not back down to fall further behind with the misinformation.

Edward Van Deventer

John Farmer de la Torre

I am a journalist who is also a candidate for the United States Congress. As such, I believe journalistic ethics of accuracy, verification, and transparency are invaluable to the functioning of society and our politics while continued propaganda and willful misinformation is a national cancer we must eradicate.

Jake Boone

As an elected official, a citizen, and a member of humanity at large, it is incumbent upon me to do my utmost to base my opinions and beliefs on verifiable truth, and to encourage others to do likewise. This holds true even (and especially) if the truth on a matter proves inconvenient or uncomfortable for me.

Rich Eichholz

Our public discourse used to be based on a generally acknowledged set of facts. Today, everyone can literally have their own facts. We need to come out of our corners and acknowledge what the facts really are.

David Moisan

The disability community is very important to me, and I advocate for us every day as an appointed official of my local disability commission. This is no less important for my community.

Fred Wooden

We need public officials and leaders to be committed to honest and truthful behavior, because democracy depends on it.

Rob Davidson

I signed the pledge because all candidates and elected officials should be committed to the truth.

Brenda Siegel

Maia Dendinger

I took the pledge because a functioning democracy relies on an informed public and honest representatives. If politicians have to lie to garner support, then they demonstrate a lack of faith in the ability of their platform to hold up to rational scrutiny.

Kevin Wilk

Truth is Government is essential for an accountable government that is run by the people.

Kate Larose

Chelsea Kline

Jim Bratnober

We have become accustomed to politicians lying and some news organizations presenting alternative facts. This needs to stop. I will not be party to it . My word is my bond.

Marie McCourt

I believe truth and transparency in public service are of utmost importance.

Dan Hanks

I sign the pledge because I love the internet and I love social media. People sharing false information erodes the space that the internet was intended to be.

Scott Jones

Jake Ellis

Parties divide people but truthful dialogue and candid discussion about issues and solutions can bring people together for a brighter future.

Edward Simon

The rhetoric of politics gets in the way of progress. I support useful dialogue, supporting an opponent is the best way to achieve bipartisanship, something we need more of.

Jon Wizard

I signed the Pro-Truth Pledge because facts matter, and if we expect to live in a society based on fairness, justice, and equality, each person must be righteous and forthright in the expression of ideas and arguments.

Margie Gannon

Diane Lewis

Scott Bell

Cindy Wilson

I believe in civic discourse with truth and transparency as its basis. Proud to support this pledge and work for civic education for all of Idaho!

Peter Newton

I care about honesty, integrity, transparency, and Justice for all.

Maria Dickmann

Ned Witting

There is way too much misinformation being disseminated. We need to be able to agree on the facts if we are going to make good policy decisions.

C. Keiki Stacy Weigle

I have long supported the PTP as a private citizen because I value the importance of practicing and promoting truth-oriented behaviors and facts, with civility.

Richard Jones

Sunlight is the best disinfectant. Anyone has a right to have an opinion but no one has a right to their own set of facts. Manipulation of facts to achieve a certain outcome is unethical and shows a lack of integrity.

Debra Blodgett

Michael Cortney

Kris Todd

Joseph Brumbles

I believe in Truth In Politics and plan wholeheartedly to lead by example, as an elected public official.

Riaz Khan

I signed the pledge to let the public know about me.

Immaculate Ferreria

I signed the Pro-Truth Pledge because I am committed to uphold the truth in all aspects of my life. I am responsible and accountable for preserving the pledge and hope to set an example for my peers. Walk beside me today by signing the pledge to make a difference and bring awareness to our actions. Thank you.

Marco Brown

I believe in TRUTH in all matter especially the news media and politicians.

Justin Vold

I believe in facts. I believe facts are proven and can be proven time and time again. Facts are either true or false. Facts are not biased, facts are facts. We have to follow what is real and what we observe to be facts, much like the scientific method.

Jack Maddux

I signed the pledge because I am tired of politics as usual. I believe that it is time to hold politicians accountable for their half-truths and letting their votes be bought. I want people to see that I will be different and I will stand by my word. Everyone should be held accountable for not telling the truth.

Lloyd Dunn

Because the truth is always the best lying get no one any place, and as a candidate for Congress, this one thing is a big issue with our current elected.

Ana Mo Des

I signed the pledge because when we put ourselves out there to serve for the public it should always be with truth, justice and liberty for all.

Christopher Monday

I signed the pledge because I believe that elected officials should be held accountable for what they say.

William Spurlock

As a candidate for the US House of Representatives running with the use of the slogan Leadership with Integrity. HONESTY is one of the building blocks to having real integrity; conducting your private life or life out of the public eye the same as you would in view of all. Thirty-four years of military service teaches honesty and selfless service always protect your integrity. Hold them close. I will do just that and your pledge is one I would encourage all to take. It is an opportunity for many to conduct a self-check and do an updated personal assets inventory to be sure you still hold on to what you said you stood for. I STAND FOR TRUTH AND HONESTY 100% of the time!

Brian Rosser

The only way for us to acknowledge our common ground and precipitate authentic progress in our individual lives, as well as in the political sphere, is to commit to understanding reality itself. What happened is what happened. If I ever learn that I have shared information that is either false or misleading, I tend to feel deep personal shame; I tend to feel as though I have let my potential constituency down. If I ever share inconvenient truths with my audience, I do so knowing that it may offend the confirmation bias of those who already support me. The truth outweighs such a risk. I do so because facts matter. I PROUDLY take the Pro-Truth Pledge. I do so with an understanding that we are all susceptible to fake news and partisan Disinformation. When I am corrected by another, I feel that I owe a debt to the person, even if it what I wanted to hear. In my mind, they have offered me an invaluable service. They have filled gaps in my knowledge that had been left empty and could have remained as such had they not challenged the falsehoods I would have unknowingly had them believe to be true. I will identify and acknowledge my own speculation as exactly that: speculation. I welcome and commit to the truth. I hold my fact-checker friends in high esteem and welcome their input. No matter how ugly, it is our truths that connect us all. We are welcome to interpret the truths according to our own philosophies, but in its absence, we are indeed, at the mercy of those who would deceive us for their own benefit.

Oliver Schiess

Trahern Crews

Christopher Chamberlin

Because it is time for clarity in politics. It is time to hold the elected officials accountable.

Daniel Nadeau

Christopher Cumings

Amber Lee

Honesty and transparency will be key in healing the divides that you cost in our country.

Jeffrey Locke

I signed the pledge to provide the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth because I am running for district seat 124 in SW Kansas. I am also a full-time teacher and as a public figure, integrity is of the highest importance. Make Kansas Great Again!!!

John Keener

In a perfect world, or just one not ruled by Trump, no one should have to pledge to tell the truth. But here we are.

Anthony Jordick

Voters deserve honesty and transparency from those seeking public office, and misinformation undermines the foundation of democracy by distorting public dialogue.

Ethan Sonneborn

Rebecca Villegas

John Carroll

Kamala Vanderkolk

Julia Varnell-Sarjeant

Truth matters. Words matter.

Lih Young

Alex Van Dyke

I signed because I want to help fix our current political climate where candidates attack each other with falsehoods to get votes. This does not help our country or our democracy.

Gilberto Armendariz

As a representative of the people, ethics and the truth are a basic foundation of how our government runs. This is the reason I feel it is important to have standards that are clearly stated.

Arden Andersen

Facts and Truth regardless of how uncomfortable to some, always lead us to real solutions of our problems. To solve our problems of healthcare, education, human rights, infrastructure, public safety, public health, environmental destruction, agricultural production and political divide, we must know the truth and discuss the facts, thus, acting according in our solutions.

Brian Donahue

Barry Gowdy

I want to be the best Governor of Oklahoma. I want to help Oklahomans.

Nick Gill

It is important to promote trust and truthfulness in the public arena.

James Taylor

Shirley Simbre-Medeiros

I have entered this race for Kauai County council because of one reason only my hearts desire to help others here on Kauai. All issues are important here on this island but as a foster parent and working for community programs we need strong women that are not afraid of change and really want to connect with the residents of Kauai.

Jennie Scott

it has become so difficult to decipher the truth and make informed choices.

Larry Satcowitz

Tom Hackelman

Jacque Pearsall

Amy Frieder

Simone Aiken

Heather Kimball

I signed the the pledge because in this age of disinformation, it is critical that those of us seeking elected office stand up for truth, facts and logic.

Forrest Mayer

Evidence and reason is more important than emotion, tradition, or political parties.

Toren Mushovic

Gbenga Ajiboye

I want to say the truth to the best of my knowledge and support bills that are truth and evidenced based.

Jackie Phillips

Because I believe truth in our government, and in journalism still matters.

Zachary Pearson

As a voter myself I am tired of the lies and misinformation that is spread everyday. As a candidate for office I want to show people the truth how and why things are the way they are. It’s time the people stand up for truth and take our government back.

Tanya Vyhovsky

I signed because I think it is important to fight the wave of disinformation and self-serving lies being given to the people of this nation. I have a strong belief in transparency and openness that I stand behind.

Dana Maxfield

I signed the pledge because I firmly believe that we, as citizens, deserve the whole truth without bias.

Richard Jones

Sean Stinnett

Dennis Fritz

I believe in transparency in our Government. Government officials should be held accountable to tell the truth to the public. We are a democracy for the people.

Carl Swinney

Justin Arledge

Gina Sosa

Rebecca White

Robert Demic

I signed this pledge because it is already a part of my campaign promises. It is obvious that outright lies with little consequence is destroying our democracy and our political system.

Tim Guiles

I am a truth seeker - - - and today, more than ever, we need to foster an atmosphere of truthfulness in public discourse.

Jackie Grimes

It is important to make sure the people have reliable information to form their own conclusions regarding issues that impact them. You can only become informed if you can trust your sources. I took this pledge because it is my belief that people make the right choices when provided factual information removed from sensationalized and emotionally driven opinions. I trust the people to make the right choice with the right info and I pledge to campaign with factually supported information and to use facts and reliable sources when formulating opinions and generating legislation that impacts everyone.

Ron Horton

Many in our government have swayed so far from the truth that it is tearing apart friendships and families with their misinformation and lies. This has to stop! And the only way I see it coming to an end is through bringing awareness of the problem to the forefront and encouraging accountability.

Jasdeep Pannu

Dustin Tanner

Wayne Estey

Frightened at first because pledges mean something to me. After I read it, there was nothing!!!! there that was not already part of my everyday behavior. I know not everyone lives by this ideal, especially today, and the sad necessity of creating and furthering this effort.

Andrew Duck

Michelle Carhart

Sabra Kurth

I signed this pledge because, sadly, honesty, in public life and elsewhere, can be hard to find.

Joseph Monbeck

Being honest with the voters in my district is vital. The public does not trust politicians for a reason, and I want to do my part to change that.

Samir Paul

Darrin Smith

Because I strongly believe that the public should be informed of the truth from the facts.

Allison Galbraith

Little by little, by holding ourselves and those around us accountable, I hope we can return to an era where we have reason to trust those around us - and especially those asking to represent us in government.

Anthony Carter

Rikki Vaughn

it is time for elected officials to put people before Party! Many do not tell the truth or bend the truth worried about what others would say, instead of just being honest and address the real issues...

Mark Weaver

I signed the pledge because the truth matters. When someone is elected by dishonest means, it fosters distrust and cynicism that erodes democracy.

David Bishop

I believe factual information should be readily available to the public through as many sources as possible.

Lisa Lloyd

Brendon Kaleiaina Lee

The truth is important. Too often there are those that use half truths and misleading statements to influence an election.

Ernest Caravalho

Eddie Pirkowski

All we really have is our word in this world, and we must all trust and honor our words and our families, to be a real leader in Hawaii and the Nation. Eddie US Senate Hawaii 2018 Candidate

Chuck Goode

Thomas Brewer

I signed because truth and transparency are critical to a properly functioning democratic republic.

Sandra Ford

Rebecca Francik

Michael A. Hepburn

We need authentic, working-class and middle-class people to run for and win seats all across the nation to shape the public policy that affects us all… Our vast perspectives are important and need to be heard.

Aidan Adams

Mitch Guthrie

Jaraun Dennis

Nnabu Eze

Gregory C Duerden

As a newspaperman for over 40 years, I strove to find the truth in every story and every issue. As a candidate I am still very pro-truth, as I hope all elected officials will be.

Evan Cronhardt

Brian Marcos

I am a man of integrity, Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. As an elected official we are working to make our communities safer and better in all aspects. Without our people there is no us, we must serve & honor our roles as leaders and stand for what is right.

Bjorn Jones

I signed the pledge because human lives are not improved by truth, not lies.

Igor Limansky

Anjali Reed Phukan

Honesty should be praised and cherished.

Esam Al-Shareffi

As a scientist, I believe the truth matters. While solutions may differ, we have to start with the same understanding of the facts in order to tackle any problem successfully. Recent attacks on the truth itself undermine public confidence and make it harder to deliver on strong commitments to education, the environment, healthcare, and all the other issues I and many others hold so dear. I hope all of those running for office can take this pledge so we can finally start working on solutions to our pressing problems.

Jeff Griffith

Part of civic duty is always communicating the truth to the public.

Craig Wolf

Integrity and honesty are not negotiable in those who seek and hold public office.

David Jeang

Integrity is what is lacking in leadership in our country nowadays, even in mainstream media and journalism. I am tired of false narratives and propaganda being crowed and taken as true by public figures and their blind followers while denouncing the real truth tellers at the same time.

John Moser

This is pretty much how I operate anyway. I shift positions when available facts change. I dispute experts when the specific facts available to me suggest they are wrong—although a great many influential and highly-recognized economists have no real credentials so I get a pass in that field anyway.

Abrian Velarde

I signed because we need to combat against the passing of false information as fact.

Tyler Allred

I signed this pledge because I believe truth is the great mediator. In times of great divide only the truth can bring people together.

Zeno Parry

Christina Higgins

Megan Wiesen

Lee Anne Walker

We need to commit to truth, to fairness, and equal rights under the law.

Carrie Counton

Shanell Day

Alex Carter

Will Freeman

As someone who studied political science in undergrad and who is currently working on their masters I know it is important to cite your information. This is especially true when you are trying to change or create public policy. Lies are never a good foundation for elected officials to push changes in the law nor do they help the people that elected them. That is why I signed the pledge.

Melissah Shishido

Rachel Thomason

I want my constituents to be confident that they can have faith in their representatives and the legislative process, and that I have their interests in mind.

Luke Evslin

A commitment to a set of shared truths is integral for democracy to function. It is not enough to point fingers at others who are being untruthful, it is important that we all commit ourselves to upholding the truth. While this will not fix all of the problems that we are seeing, at least it will give us a sturdy foundation to begin the hard work of repairing our political institutions.

Lynn Zaritsky

We need to repair the discourse in our nation if ever we are to come together to solve the problems we face. It is past time that truth, decency, and civility return as the norm.

Lukas Maughan

Joseph Nesdahl

I signed the pledge because it is important for everyone to maintain honesty in their lives, particularly in the public eye. It is vital that we share information that is credible and truthful. I pledge to run an honest campaign and make sure everything that is shared by me is verifiable.

Linda Oosterman

Nothing matters except the TRUTH.

Charles Haverty

Paula Povilaitis

Political candidates need to be truthful and positive when running for office. The public needs to believe in their leaders.

Stephen Ball

Because I believe deeply in honesty, transparency and integrity in all public and private interactions. It is especially important for public officials and people elected office to hold themselves to the highest standards of honesty and integrity in all aspects of their life.

Timothy Sizemore

I believe that governing by truth and principle are essential not just in politics, but in every day life.

Margaret Gorski

Nickolas Wildstar

I have taken this pledge because just like my constitutional oath, I plan to restore integrity and trustworthiness back to the role of politician by being an honest individual first. This is what the people of California will expect of me first and foremost and they deserve to have their public servants committed to them and not express any disloyalty.

John Chapman

Jason Nickisch

We need more reasonable discourse in our political campaigns across the country.

Edward Dundas

My campaign is about getting mental health care and nutrition to retired vets and making Nevada a model for getting these people to contribute to society by growing their own food in nurseries, work with bee keepers and utilizing Nevada mines for their precious resources

Michael Dwyer

If I am elected I will seek to represent my District with utmost honesty and integrity.

Brandon Medenwald

I signed the pledge because truth and facts must be front and center for civil debate in any functioning democracy.

Maeghan Maloney

Jan Creasman

Dimitri Cherny

Too many of our candidates AND elected representatives continue to tell citizens both what we want to hear, and the myths we have all grown up with, but are eroding civilization. It is time for ALL of running for office and in office to come clean and tell the facts and nothing but the facts and let the myths die so the next generations can finally live in the America we have always known it could be.

Tim Hoye

As a candidate I have pledged to myself that I will never lie to my voters before or after elected. This will give me checks and balances when needed.

Lucas St. Clair

Vangie Williams

So many of our elected officials bend the truth or offer alternative facts to support their position. Instead, leaders of integrity allow the truth and the facts that support the truth guide them to the best possible solutions for those they represent. I will do my best to serve the 1st District of Virginia in Congress with integrity, guided by truth.

Rick Shepherd

Thom Harnett

I have always tried to be truthful and respect those who share that belief. I am disheartened by those using and spreading information that is not true to advance their personal agendas. We can disagree on policy but not on what is true.

Zachary Pendroy

I signed the pledge to ensure that the truth is shared openly and freely to inform and educate all citizens.

Tab Uno

John Stuart Mills, a famous British philosophy and political scientist of the 18th century believed that truth required a free flow of expression that could be debated in order to arrive at the truth. As a candidate for Utah House District #13, an informed public is the only sure way to maintain the integrity our representative democracy and it begins with political candidates providing voters with good information so they can make the best decisions possible.

Daniel Friend

I signed the pledge because I support the truth.

Dawn Nunn

Marilyn Mecham

I am sick of politicians presenting their own version of the truth and pledge to sopport truth in government