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Neil Parrott's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Issue Positions

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  • "Great news from the US Supreme Court today. Roe v. Wade, one of the worst decisions in the court’s history, was overturned. Now decisions to protect the unborn will be decided by the states. This is how it was before Roe and how it should be based on the US Constitution." (x.com)
  • "The first freedom is the right to life or the right to be born. Neil is pro-life and will work to protect unborn children." (www.neilparrott.org)
  • Rated 94% by Maryland Right to Life (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The Maryland Right to Life State PAC has endorsed Delegate Neil Parrott for Congress (MD-6). In response Parrott indicated that, "I am honored to have received this. I value and respect life at both beginning and end of life and will continue to do so as a member of congress." (x.com)
  • "Do you support expanding federal funding to support entitlement programs such as Social Security and Medicare? "No" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "At a time when food prices continue to skyrocket due to #bidenflation, Democrats just passed a massive tax hike, spending $700 billion we don’t have. @davidjtrone voted for it. Working families in Maryland can’t afford another Democrat tax hike." (x.com)
  • "Neil will work to LOWER YOUR TAXES. The government is too big and is taking too much of our money. Neil believes you know how best to spend your money, and he will work to let you keep more of your own money." (www.neilparrott.org)
  • "One more time, HAPPY LABOR DAY! So grateful for all the hardworking Americans, in #MD06 and across the nation, who keep this country running. I will always vote to protect your right to earn a living, and I'll always vote for lower taxes so you keep more of the money you earn! 🇺🇸" (x.com)
  • "Earlier this week, I joined Grover Norquest, President of Americans for Tax Reform, to sign the Taxpayer Protection Pledge. I signed this pledge 12 years ago when running for the Maryland House of Delegates and kept my word. In the 12 years, I never voted for a tax or fee increase, but instead worked to stop them and to stop unnecessary and exorbitant spending increases. I’m thankful to have been able to re-sign the pledge with the originator of the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, Grover Norquest...Americans for Tax Reform works for lower taxes, less government spending and limited government, exactly what Delegate Parrott indicates on many of his campaign signs, "Lower Taxes, Less Government, and More Jobs." (x.com)
  • "At a time when food prices continue to skyrocket due to #bidenflation, Democrats just passed a massive tax hike, spending $700 billion we don’t have. @davidjtrone voted for it. Working families in Maryland can’t afford another Democrat tax hike." (x.com)
  • "Neil will work to LOWER YOUR TAXES. The government is too big and is taking too much of our money. Neil believes you know how best to spend your money, and he will work to let you keep more of your own money." (www.neilparrott.org)
  • "One more time, HAPPY LABOR DAY! So grateful for all the hardworking Americans, in #MD06 and across the nation, who keep this country running. I will always vote to protect your right to earn a living, and I'll always vote for lower taxes so you keep more of the money you earn! 🇺🇸" (x.com)
  • "‘Property is the fruit of labor; property is desirable; it is a positive good in the world. That some should be rich shows that others may become rich, and hence is just encouragement to industry and enterprise’. Abraham Lincoln, 1864." (x.com)
  • "In addition, the United States must balance the budget. The uncontrolled spending that we currently are engaged in is unsustainable and will lead to a lower standard of living for future Americans." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions? "No" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "The government is too big and is taking too much of our money. Neil believes you know how best to spend your money, and he will work to let you keep more of your own money." (www.neilparrott.org)
  • Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth? "No" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Has your family budget been upended by #inflation? The reckless overspending by @davidjtrone and Democrats has led to skyrocketing cost of living and he doesn't seem bothered at all by what it costs to feed your family. It bothers me. Help me fight back" (x.com)
  • "Inflation is at a 40 year high. Washington recklessly spends money we do not have. David Trone has voted for every tax increase put before him in Congress. Do we need to give Trone, Pelosi and Biden more of our money? 😒" (x.com)
  • "Neil will fight inflation. Did you know that your $50 dinner now costs $3 more than last year? If you didn’t get a 6% pay raise last year, you took a pay cut because the cost to buy goods has increased by over 6% due to inflation. Neil will work to lower inflation by reducing borrowing and spending less. Neil will work to lower your electricity bill and natural gas or propane costs. He will work to restore our energy independence by allowing the US to harvest our own natural resources and allowing us to use the most cost-effective energy." (www.neilparrott.org)
  • "TODAY let's send a message to DC. Let them know that we are voting for: 🇺🇸 an end to reckless spending & runaway inflation" (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "This is one reason why I introduced my voter ID bills in Maryland. We need secure elections and voter ID helps us get there." (x.com)
  • "Funding for renewable energy should be limited and come from the Federal Government as grants that can be used by Universities or non-profit organizations. With regard to greenhouse gas emissions, regulation is needed, but the amount of regulation currently imposed by the Federal Government on the states seems excessive at this time. The primary world polluter is China. They dump over 96% more plastic into the ocean than the US and contribute the largest percentage of the worlds CO2. Given that, the US should not sacrifice through over-regulation our manufacturing jobs to countries that do not have effective environmental laws." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, geo-thermal)? "Yes" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against SB 516 "Establishes Renewable Energy Standards and Plan" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against SB 528 "Requires State to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions" (votesmart.org)
  • "Biden adviser calls Wall Street opposition to shale drilling ‘un-American.' Really? Biden's whole policy has been to restrict American Energy Production. Take a look at #3 in the email from Steve Moore - good points." (x.com)
  • "Neil will work to lower your electricity bill and natural gas or propane costs. He will work to restore our energy independence by allowing the US to harvest our own natural resources and allowing us to use the most cost-effective energy." (www.neilparrott.org)
  • Rated 0% by Environment Maryland (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 20% by Maryland League of Conservation Voters (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Access to firearms is guaranteed by the 2nd Amendment. Our country has a violence epidemic. A major cause of the problem is that we no longer adequately treat the mentally ill as we should. Instead, they often live untreated until they commit an act of violence. Jails have been turned into our new insane asylums. Our jails should be for the career criminals who terrorize our communities." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Do you generally support gun-control legislation? "No" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 62% by Gun Owners of America (GOA) (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 92% by National Rifle Association (NRA) (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "If Iowa Democrats can’t run their own caucus correctly, why should they run the entire country’s healthcare?! I remember Maryland’s rollout of Obamacare, what a disaster." (x.com)
  • "The Affordable Care Act is anything but affordable. Since passing, health insurance, health care, and prescription drug costs skyrocketed. The quality of care has also degraded; when did you last see a real doctor instead of a PA? Our country can do better by repealing and replacing Obamacare by using free market solutions that will bring costs down and increase quality of care. Rationing health care like we are seeing occur in Italy right now is the result of a government takeover of the health care system. Obamacare is unsustainable and needs to be repealed and replaced." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Existing immigration laws need to be followed. Lack of immigration enforcement and a porous southern border have led to suffering from gangs like MS 13 who terrorize our District, opioid and fentanyl deaths, and increased human trafficking. Sanctuary cities need to be stopped, the border wall needs to be constructed, and companies who take advantage of illegal aliens should be heavily fined." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Fentanyl is killing Americans every day. It does not come from US sources, but instead, comes across our southern border and from China. We need to plug the holes and work to slow down the import of this dangerous and deadly drug. A very porous, open southern border allows human trafficking to occur without much resistance. We need to protect young people and work to enforce our immigration laws by having a secure border. Illegal alien gang-related activity is increasing and is hurting our communities. Securing our border is a good start to reducing this problem. Terrorists are also able to use our non-secure southern border to easily enter our country. Allowing dangerous criminals easy entrance endangers all of us and must be stopped." (www.neilparrott.org)
  • "Neil supports protecting our borders." (www.neilparrott.org)
  • Do you support increasing security along the southern US border? "Yes"
  • "Existing immigration laws need to be followed. Lack of immigration enforcement and a porous southern border have led to suffering from gangs like MS 13 who terrorize our District, opioid and fentanyl deaths, and increased human trafficking. Sanctuary cities need to be stopped, the border wall needs to be constructed, and companies who take advantage of illegal aliens should be heavily fined." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The way to fight opioid deaths starts with securing the border. My opponent claims to care about the opioid crisis, but refuses to even talk about our border." (x.com)
  • "Want to go purple and reduce the drug problem? Secure the border. My opponent, David Trone, claims he cares about drug abuse, but is fine having fentanyl come across the open border every day. It’s time to bring common sense to DC who will really work to reduce drug abuse." (x.com)
  • Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship? "Yes"
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Glad to be able to stand with many others for Ukraine in Annapolis tonight. Republicans, Democrats, and others stand united to support the Ukrainian Republic. Thankful that Governor Larry Hogan put this together so we could all show our support at this critical hour." (x.com)
  • "Great night to be at CPAC and to listen to Glen Beck. I loved hearing his story of heroes who are fighting for Ukraine’s freedom right now. Freedom is worth fighting for and must be fought for in order to maintain it. Let’s work together for our freedom." (x.com)
  • "While answering no to the question of military force, I agree that the military solution should never be a first choice solution. Should all else fail, however, the military option needs to be a valid option that we could use if needed. In the middle east, The US has reduced troop levels, but we still need to have a presence in the region. "There are roughly 2,500 troops still in Iraq, playing a strict advise-and-assist role at the invitation of the Iraqi government." This seems appropriate and we do not want another catastrophe like we saw in Afghanistan. (www.militarytimes.com)
  • "Headline really should be, "Biden tells Putin go ahead and attack, we are weak and won’t do anything." Biden is no Reagan who knew we would only have "Peace through STRENGTH." Biden’s embarrassing, deadly, and costly retreat from Afghanistan is threatening peace worldwide." (x.com)
  • "Congrats to @elonmusk on his purchase of Twitter. He took a big stand for free speech, transparency, and open discussion. We need to move on from censorship and canceling. Let's return to the marketplace of ideas and respectful debate. Here's to a brighter future on social media!" (x.com)
  • "I think it is terrible that big tech is censoring messages it disagrees with. I don't typically like government regulations, but the big three should not be able to have this much control. Social media may need to be regulated like TV and radio are currently through the FCC." (x.com)
This candidate has responded to a Political Courage Test in a previous election. As a continued effort to provide the American public with factual information on candidates running for public office, these archived responses are made available here.
Pro-life Do you generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation?
Life is valuable from conception to the end of life. Life needs to be respected and protected. The Declaration of Independence expresses this well when it indicates that, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men."
No Do you support expanding federal funding to support social safety net programs such as Social Security and Medicare?
In addition, the United States must balance the budget. The uncontrolled spending that we currently are engaged in is unsustainable and will lead to a lower standard of living for future Americans.
No Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations,unions, and individuals?
Many of these indirect contributions would not occur if more money was able to go directly to the candidates who were running for office. They would need to report and be accountable for those donations.
Yes Do you support the protection of government officials, including law enforcement officers, from personal liability in civil lawsuits concerning alleged misconduct?
Police officers need to be able to freely perform their duties in order to protect our society. Making them personally liable for making split second decisions has negative effects that we are already seeing like 1) police not taking risks to avoid entanglements which increases crime. We are already seeing this additional crime in the City of Baltimore where officials do not have support officers. 2) Further diminishing the ability of law enforcement to recruit good candidates. As a Delegate, I voted against HB 670 which removed Maryland's Law Enforcement Officers Bill of Rights.
Yes Do you support increasing defense spending?
No Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth?
Yes Do you support providing financial relief to businesses AND/OR corporations negatively impacted by the state of national emergency for COVID-19?
No Do you support the federal government taking action, beyond those of the Federal Reserve, to alleviate inflation?
I believe that every business is an essential business. None of them should have been shut down during the spread of Covid-19. A study by Johns Hopkins University showed that closing businesses did nothing to stop the spread of the disease, but just resulted in harm to owners, workers, and citizens while stripping their rights away. I joined Delegate Dan Cox to sue the state of Maryland to force the state to open businesses and churches. Having said this, the government shut down those entities and owes them to fix a portion of the financial damage that they unnecessarily caused.
Unknown Position Do you support the forgiveness of federal student loan debt?
Yes Do you support requiring a government-issued identification in order to vote at the polls?
Yes Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, geo-thermal)?
Yes Do you support the federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions?
Funding for renewable energy should be limited and come from the Federal Government as grants that can be used by Universities or non-profit organizations. With regard to greenhouse gas emissions, regulation is needed, but the amount of regulation currently imposed by the Federal Government on the states seems excessive at this time. The primary world polluter is China. They dump over 96% more plastic into the ocean than the US and contribute the largest percentage of the worlds CO2. Given that, the US should not sacrifice through over-regulation our manufacturing jobs to countries that do not have effective environmental laws.
No Do you generally support gun-control legislation?
Access to firearms is guaranteed by the 2nd Amendment. Our country has a violence epidemic. A major cause of the problem is that we no longer adequately treat the mentally ill as we should. Instead, they often live untreated until they commit an act of violence. Jails have been turned into our new insane asylums. Our jails should be for the career criminals who terrorize our communities.
Unknown Position Do you support a government-run (single-payer) healthcare program, such as Medicare-for-All?
Unknown Position Do you support expanding paid family AND/OR medical leave opportunities?
Unknown Position Do you support lowering the cost of prescription drugs?
The Affordable Care Act is anything but affordable. Since passing, health insurance, health care, and prescription drug costs skyrocketed. The quality of care has also degraded; when did you last see a real doctor instead of a PA? Our country can do better by repealing and replacing Obamacare by using free market solutions that will bring costs down and increase quality of care. Rationing health care like we are seeing occur in Italy right now is the result of a government takeover of the health care system. Obamacare is unsustainable and needs to be repealed and replaced.
Yes Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship?
Yes Do you support increasing security along the southern US border?
Existing immigration laws need to be followed. Lack of immigration enforcement and a porous southern border have led to suffering from gangs like MS 13 who terrorize our District, opioid and fentanyl deaths, and increased human trafficking. Sanctuary cities need to be stopped, the border wall needs to be constructed, and companies who take advantage of illegal aliens should be heavily fined.
Unknown Position Do you support economic intervention as a means of resolving international conflicts?
Unknown Position Do you support the U.S. providing increased offensive military aid to Ukraine?
While answering no to the question of military force, I agree that the military solution should never be a first choice solution. Should all else fail, however, the military option needs to be a valid option that we could use if needed. In the middle east, The US has reduced troop levels, but we still need to have a presence in the region. "There are roughly 2,500 troops still in Iraq, playing a strict advise-and-assist role at the invitation of the Iraqi government." This seems appropriate and we do not want another catastrophe like we saw in Afghanistan. https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2022/03/18/us-troops-will-likely-be-in-iraq-for-years-to-come-central-command-boss-says/
No Do you support raising taxes, on any income or on any entity, to promote economic growth?
Yes Do you generally support removing barriers to international trade (for example: tariffs, quotas, etc.)?
Except when national security is at stake. In the case of China, we see that their production of pharmaceuticals creates difficulty in trying times. We need to make sure that we are able to produce goods and not rely so heavily on possible adversaries.
Decisions made by Congress affect your job, your family, and your wallet every day. As a husband and father of three children, I am working hard in Annapolis to protect our freedoms. Now I want to take that conservative, common-sense philosophy to Congress. I want to help fully fund the border wall, to enforce our immigration laws, to defund Planned Parenthood, to work to preserve our 2nd Amendment Rights, to return health care to the free market, and to help people go from welfare to work. I want to help hard-working families be able to keep more of their money.

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