 During his 2008 Senate campaign , Jones described himself as a " conservative Democrat " who favors " tough immigration laws and fiscal responsibility " as well as " supporter of gun rights and a staunch environmental advocate " . During his 2008 campaign , he stated that he opposed same @-@ sex marriage . <unk> rated Jones as a " Moderate Libertarian Conservative " . Jones stated that he voted for George W. Bush in 2004 , and supported Barack Obama in 2008 . Jones donated $ 2 @,@ 464 in two separate donations to the Georgia Republican Party in 2001 . In a 2014 press release , Jones characterized himself as an " advocate for limited government , security and protections for all citizens , balanced budgeting , ethical and efficient elections , [ and ] job creation " . 
