New Mexico State Legislative Election 2018 Political Courage Test

Abortion & Reproductive

1. Do you generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation?
- Pro-life

2. Should abortion be legal when the pregnancy resulted from incest or rape?
- No

3. Do you support the prohibition of public funds for organizations that perform abortions?
- Yes

4. Other or expanded principles
- The right to life is the "first inalienable" right. All law is based on this basic premise. It is a divine right and a natural right encoded in our Declaration of Independence as self evident. Aborting a baby from a mothers womb denies humanity the basic trust of a mother and child, the first and most important human relationship. We see a breakdown of families and the increase of disrespect, an increase in a fatherless generation. Abortion has not been the solution but the very cause of these problems. It takes commitment away from intimacy.

Budget, Spending, & Tax

1. Reducing state employee salaries AND/OR pensions?
- No

2. Instituting mandatory furloughs AND/OR layoffs for state employees?
- No

3. Reducing benefits for Medicaid recipients?
- No

4. An income tax increase on any tax bracket?
- No

5. Other or expanded principles
- I would work for a fair tax system. Budgeting means not spending more than is available and setting priorities. I would freeze government growth until the problems are solved. Working people pay the taxes and they deserve to trust their money is used wisely and within governmental responsibilities written in the NM Constitution or passed by the legislature. Bringing jobs to New Mexico is the best way to expand the tax base.

Campaign Finance & Government Reform

1. Do you support any limits on campaign contributions to state candidates?
- Yes

2. Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions?
- Yes

3. Do you support the use of an independent AND/OR bipartisan commission for redistricting?
- Yes

4. Do you support requiring a government-issued photo identification in order to vote at the polls?
- Yes

5. Other or expanded principles
- A and B. I do not have enough information on campaign contributions for corporations and unions or limits on state candidates, so that answer may be subject to change. D. Why would you not want voter id?

Crime & Public Safety

1. Do you support capital punishment for certain crimes?
- Yes

2. Do you support the legalization of marijuana for recreational purposes?
- Yes

3. Should a minor accused of a violent crime be prosecuted as an adult?
- Yes

4. Do you support the enforcement of federal immigration laws by state and local police?
- Yes

5. Other or expanded principles
- No Answer

Economic

1. Do you support state government spending as a means of promoting economic growth?
- No

2. Do you support lowering state taxes as a means of promoting economic growth?
- Yes

3. Do you support reducing state government regulations on the private sector?
- Yes

4. Do you support expanding access to unemployment benefits?
- No

5. Do you support requiring welfare applicants to pass a drug test in order to receive benefits?
- Yes

6. Do you support an increase of the minimum wage of New Mexico?
- No

7. Other or expanded principles
- No Answer

Education

1. Do you support adopting federal education standards in New Mexico?
- No

2. Do you support state funding for charter schools?
- Yes

3. Should immigrants unlawfully present in the United States who graduate from New Mexico high schools be eligible for in-state tuition at public universities?
- Yes

4. Do you support increasing funding for the state education budget?
- No

5. Other or expanded principles
- B. I support school choice. It will empower the parents to make the best choices for their children. Parents will choose safe schools and effective educators. Our tax money would no longer support overblown administrations that don't teach our children to read or give teachers the resources they need. C. I believe they should be placed in a path to citizenship first.

Environment & Energy

1. Do you support state funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, thermal)?
- No

2. Do you support state government regulations of greenhouse gas emissions?
- No

3. Do you support increasing state funding for clean drinking water initiatives?
- Yes

4. Do you support the implementation of a nuclear waste storage facility in New Mexico?
- Yes

5. Other or expanded principles
- D. My view may be subject to change as I discover more knowledge.

Gun

1. Do you generally support gun-control legislation?
- No

2. Should background checks be required on gun sales between private citizens at gun shows?
- No

3. Should teachers be allowed to bring guns into the classroom?
- Yes

4. Should a license be required for gun ownership?
- No

5. Other or expanded principles
- B. Background checks are already required!C. The teachers would need to have strict guidelines and state of the art training. They are the first line of defense in an active shooter situation as is the victim in any self defense situation. Children can be expected to be responsible in situational awareness and active shooter protocol. 'Gun free zone' signs must go. Its been a sinister propaganda tool. D. The 2nd Amendment is in the place of honor because our Founding Fathers knew through out history that tyrannical governments first disarmed their victims.

Health

1. Should the state government increase funding for treatment facilities to combat opioid abuse?
- Yes

2. Do you support Medicaid expansion through New Mexico's health care programs?
- Yes

3. Do you support requiring individuals to purchase health care insurance?
- No

4. Do you support legislation that grants citizens the right to choose to die through euthanasia?
- No

5. Do you support eliminating religious exemptions for vaccinations?
- No

6. Other or expanded principles
- No Answer

Social

1. Do you support the inclusion of sexual orientation in New Mexico's anti-discrimination laws?
- No

2. Do you support the inclusion of gender identity in New Mexico's anti-discrimination laws?
- No

3. Do you support greater efforts by New Mexico state government in closing the pay gap between men and women?
- Yes

4. Should New Mexico adopt "Sanctuary State" immigration policies?
- No

5. Other or expanded principles
- A. Sexual orientation should be kept private. Making it a public issue is harmful to our society and breaks up the family structure. So many children suffer from sexual predators because of this. Wholesome families make strong communities. B.Gender confusion is a cause of mental illness. Our children are having an epidemic of mental health issues. Lets protect our children hearts and minds and promote their happiness.

Legislative Priorities

In the following area, please explain in a total of 100 words or less, your top two or three priorities if elected. If they require additional funding for implementation, please explain how you would obtain this funding.
- 1. Drugs, crime and mental health. These are public safety issues and are legitimate government functions. Therefore, this is a top priority for funding. The border has to be secured because of illicit drugs flowing through and to stop human trafficking. 2. Jobs bring in taxes to the state and help families provide for themselves. This is the best way to eliminate poverty for children. The state would not have to provide food, basic necessities, shelter and health care on such a large scale.