John Stafford Stanley

Candidate For Kernersville Board of Aldermen

"I grew up here in Kernersville, it’s my home, a place for our families and our businesses. When I look around our town, I see wonderful people and a fantastic place to live.  Kernersville is a town that cares and our neighbors are as unique as Körner's Folly. I am proud of our town and I want to look out for our citizens. I believe the best way Kernersville can be looked after are the residents of this town. That is why I want to run. I can supply honest and humble representation while focusing on having residents stay well informed and involved. I see a community that’s perfectly capable of choosing its own path. I would be honored to be the representative that helps those voices be heard. I want to be here for Kernersville just as Kernersville has been here for me."

Organic Growth

Kernersville Should grow and develop in the way our residents and local business owners feel works best.

Zoning/regulations

Kernersville's unique character can be preserved best by leaving people free to make the best use of their own property.

Representation

We need to hear all voices in Kernersville. I will listen to every voice and represent each individual.

John Stanley's Goals

  • Encourage regular Inclusiveness 
  • Less government interference
  • Lower taxes 
  • Better allocation of tax funds
  • Solutions for the future
  • Balance of freedoms and progress
  • Balance of Kernersville History and progress
  • Promoting volunteer atmosphere

About John Stanley

John Stafford Stanley, a successful entrepreneur, owner of The Marketeers ICM LLC, a local Marketing/consulting agency in Kernersville NC. His story starts with growing up in the heart of the Triad, Kernersville, NC. Mr. Stanley learned the valuable lesson of hard work and accountability at a young age. From the time he could wield a hammer, Mr. Stanley worked with his father as a residential home builder. Assisting in the construction of 6 houses and multiple other construction projects before the market collapse of 07’. After which he found himself working as an aircraft mechanic at Timco aviation, before pursuing his dreams of being a business owner. Mr. Stanley has always had a passion for helping and caring for others. Volunteering his downtime assisting the elderly and needy in his area, offering his time and resources helping them with various tasks they couldn't accomplish on their own. He continued to help serve his community into his teens when he volunteered with a local organization that assisted with homeless outreach programs. With a heart and desire for freedom and individual rights, Mr. Stanley is now an active member of the Libertarian Party. Mr. Stanley is the Membership Coordinator for the Libertarian Party of North Carolina and a proactive member of the Forsyth County Libertarian party. Continuing his passion for solutions and freedom he aims to support Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

John Stafford Stanley

  • Liberty
  • Life
  • Property
  • Pursuit of happiness


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Kernersville News Question 13 part series.

Kernersville News Question #12

Once a week the KernersvilleNews are asking Candidates of Kernersville’s local election a question to be featured in the KernersvilleNews paper. This week’s Question and Answer with John Stafford Stanley. Q: How do you believe elected officials should best balance the needs of residents with growing development, particularly in more rural areas? A: It is […]

Kernersville News Question #10

Once a week the KernersvilleNews are asking Candidates of Kernersville’s local election a question to be featured in the KernersvilleNews paper. This week’s Question and Answer with John Stafford Stanley. Q: How involved should an alderman be in the workings of the Town, especially when it comes to specific departments like police, fire or planning? […]

Kernersville News Question #9

Once a week the KernersvilleNews are asking Candidates of Kernersville’s local election a question to be featured in the KernersvilleNews paper. This week’s Question and Answer with John Stafford Stanley. Q: What is your political philosophy and what is your opinion regarding local government’s role in the life of its citizens? A: My political philosophy […]

Kernersville News Question #8

Once a week the KernersvilleNews are asking Candidates of Kernersville’s local election a question to be featured in the KernersvilleNews paper. This week’s Question and Answer with John Stafford Stanley. Q: Stormwater runoff remains a concern for residents. How can Town officials better address stormwater runoff issues, especially when private citizens’ properties are impacted? A: […]

Kernersville news questions #7

Once a week the KernersvilleNews are asking Candidates of Kernersville’s local election a question to be featured in the KernersvilleNews paper. This week’s Question and Answer with John Stafford Stanley. Q: Where do you stand on the use of taxpayer funds for public/private endeavors, like the YMCA community pool or more recently with the Visitors […]

Kernersville News Question #6

Once a week the KernersvilleNews are asking Candidates of Kernersville’s local election a question to be featured in the KernersvilleNews paper. This week’s Question and Answer with John Stafford Stanley. Q: Is there an issue you would like to see the Town address that you believe needs more attention? A: Kernersville’s the best town in […]

Kernersville News Question 5

Once a week the KernersvilleNews are asking Candidates of Kernersville’s local election a question to be featured in the KernersvilleNews paper. This week’s Question and Answer with John Stafford Stanley. Q: What do you believe will be the biggest issue facing Kernersville over the next two years? A: Kernersville time and time again has been […]

Kernersville News Question 4

Once a week the KernersvilleNews are asking Candidates of Kernersville’s local election a question to be featured in the KernersvilleNews paper. This week’s Question and Answer with John Stafford Stanley. Q: Had you ever been involved with local town government or attended board meetings before deciding to run for elected office? How so or why […]

Kernersville News Question 3

Once a week the KernersvilleNews are asking Candidates of Kernersville’s local election a question to be featured in the KernersvilleNews paper. This week’s Question and Answer with John Stafford Stanley. Q: The Kernersville Police Department has been described as the pride of Kernersville by many. If you are elected, will you support the current level […]