Kwasman, Adam

Meet the Candidate

Running For:
City Council
Political Affiliation:
Republican
Phone:
(480) 750-9388
Age:
41
Occupation:
Attorney
Education:
JD-Arizona State University, MA (Economics)- George Mason University, BA (Cum Laude)- Tulane University
Family:
Orit Kwasman (Wife), Zev, Seri, Esther, Ari (Children)
Religion:
Jewish
Biographical Info:

Adam Kwasman is a proud native Arizonan who has dedicated each chapter of his professional life to serving the people of his home state.

In 2012, Adam was elected to the Arizona House of Representatives. While a member of the Arizona State Legislature, he served as Vice-Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee. In the legislature, Adam gained notoriety for his work on behalf of all Arizonans. His record earned him the “Hero of the Taxpayer” award by Americans for Prosperity, the “Champion of Small Business” award by the National Federation of Independent Businesses, and the “Friend of the Family Award” by the Arizona Family Project. Whether through volunteering, organizing local events, or collaborating with community leaders, he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to fostering unity and improving the quality of life for Arizona’s residents. Additionally, Adam was a former board member of Arizona Sportsmen for Wildlife Conservation and is a proud member of Trout Unlimited. Adam leads a local fly fishing club to introduce families to Arizona’s natural world.

Adam is a successful attorney and small business owner. In private practice, Adam has recovered millions of dollars for his clients. Adam is a member of the Arizona State Bar and the US District Court of Arizona Bar. He is also a member of the Arizona Association for Justice and the Federalist Society. Kwasman has garnered valuable experience that has shaped his understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our community.

Committed to family values, Adam Kwasman draws inspiration from his wife Orit, and their four children. Their support has been instrumental in his journey, reinforcing his dedication to creating a thriving and secure community for all families in Scottsdale. The Kwasmans are active members of Congregation Beth Tefillah and Chabad of Arizona.

Statement:

I envision a city that puts families first. My platform is built on a foundation of accountability, and transparency with a focus on addressing key issues such as public safety and ending the homelessness crisis. I am prioritizing putting residents & families first by advocating for policies that strengthen the communities of Scottsdale. I envision a city with quality education, family-friendly recreational opportunities, and single-family housing is at the forefront. I will be laser-focused on crime prevention and prioritize keeping our homes safe from invasion by fully funding our police force, fostering community-police partnerships, and being tough on crime. I pledge to bring fiscal accountability to Scottsdale, emphasizing responsible budgeting, transparency, and efficiency in city expenditures to protect our tax dollars. Finally, preserving Scottsdale’s charm is at the forefront of my campaign. I will advocate for thoughtful planning, responsible community development, and community engagement to ensure that Scottsdale’s distinctive identity is protected for current and future generations to enjoy.

Survey

Response Legend

  • SSupports
  • OOpposes
  • *Comment
  • −Declined to respond
  • †Declined to respond, Position based on citation

Question Response Comments/Notes
1. Providing benefits and services such as free housing to undocumented migrants at taxpayer expense. O
2. Allowing all parents to use tax credits and taxpayer funded empowerment scholarship accounts to enable their children to attend any private school, homeschool, or online academy of their choice. S
3. Interpreting the 2nd Amendment as protecting an individual’s right to keep and bear arms. S
4. Using taxpayer funds to support any organization that performs, promotes, or provides referrals for abortion. O
5. Amending the Arizona State Constitution to grant a fundamental right to every individual to an abortion. O
6. Providing tax breaks to certain industries over others. O
7. Adding "sexual orientation," "gender identity," or "gender expression" to the protected classes of race, religion, age, sex, and ancestry in nondiscrimination ordinances. O* Gender expression cannot be a protected class, as it is akin to speech. Expression, by definition, is not an immutable characteristic. Creating a nondiscrimination ordinance based on gender expression weakens protections of truly immutable characteristics, such as race.
8. Allowing parents to seek professional counseling for their minor child with same-sex attraction or gender identity issues. S
9. Enhancing penalties for leading and participation in organized retail theft rings. S
10. Permitting individuals and businesses to not provide services or promote ideas that violate their moral or religious beliefs. S