Dean Malik Works To Prove He’s Not Your Typical Republican Candidate

Dean Malik is running for the soon-to-be-vacant Eighth District seat in the House of Representatives.

Identifying as a conservative with libertarian leanings, Malik is a Republican hoping to bring his message of reform to the people of Bucks and northern Montgomery counties, and eventually Congress.

Malik doesn’t fit the mold of a “country club Republican.”

“I’m a product of the American melting pot,” Malik said, citing his parents different lineages and entrances to the country.

Malik, an attorney and former assistant district attorney, has always felt a desire to seek justice in society.

“It’s something that has always been in the back of my mind,” Malik said, referencing his desire to become involved on the political spectrum. The idea finally crystallized in the winter spanning 2007 and 2008 when he was in Iraq serving in the armed services. Malik then decided for sure that he would run for office.

He withdrew his name during his first campaign for congress a few years back, but on Dec. 7, 2015 – Pearl Harbor Day- Malik announced his campaign for the 2016 election.

“I consciously chose Pearl Harbor Day because we’re fighting a new threat, and we need to face it with the same resolve,” Malik said.

As for campaign platforms and ideals, Malik knows where his own stance and is ready to fight for reform. Limiting congressional term limits, changing redistricting  to a more fair system, and backing single issue legislation are some of the changes in the government that Malik is proposing.

“My campaign is fundamentally based on returning government accountability to the people,” Malik said.

“I feel great about the campaign message and I’m hopeful,” Malik said. He has had a tremendous response from the community so far. According to Malik, his campaign ideas and message transcend party politics.

“I love meeting people in the Eighth District who are sick of politics as usual,” Malik said, mentioning establishment candidates.

In order to get his name out and educate voters on his platform, Malik is using a number of campaign strategies, including using traditional physical literature and social media. He also is working to get out and meet potential constituents at events.

Malik’s campaign will be a grassroots effort through and through. He hopes to get the attention of the community through his efforts to meet local residents.

Malik’s campaign office is the same as his law office at 44 E. Court Street in Doylestown.