I am interested to know what you feel makes you qualified to administrate on behalf of this state and for this country at the age of 25. What have you seen, done, or been a part of that should lead your possible constituency to believe that you have something to offer in the way of change for the better. I also believe that this country is hindered, not helped by career politician who believe their job should be to ensure they have a job come reelection. By beginning a campaign for U.S. congress at the youngest age stipulated in the Constitution, I am not sure that you won't follow in the footsteps of others desiring to carry label of "politician" for the remained of their lives.

- Lee from Houston, TX

Lee, thank you for your response.

I feel I am qualified because of my diverse experiences despite my young age. Over the last five years I've earned three degrees, published and presented research internationally and worked in academia, government, non-profit and corporate words. You can read more at the About Alan page of my website.

I have never been a politician, and I think of this as a good thing. I enter this unencombured, without ties, distractions, or favors owed to interest groups. The typical route to Congress is to serve at the local or state level first, but rather than use these positions as stepping stones, we should find the right people for the right job. School Boards should be made up of teachers, administrators, and parents rather than political hopefuls. State government should be full of people from the state, with strong ties and no interest to live elsewhere. U.S. Congress should be those with knowledge and interest in country wide and international affairs. Right now in Congress we have too many career politicians who are more concerned with being re-elected than serving the public interest. I offer change, a new face, and a new outlook. I want to bring to light the waste and inefficiency that many try to hide or ignore. I want to inspire younger people to get involved... be it serve in government, be aware of the issues, and at least vote.

Alan