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Atif Qarni's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Atif Qarni has failed to provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2024 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.

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  • "I would advocate for the nationwide restoration and expansion of reproductive rights through federal legislation that ensures a woman's right to safe and legal abortion. This will create uniformity across all states and offer protection against the efforts of radical politicians who seek to regress our rights to the 1800s." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "Restore reproductive rights. Guarding these rights is not about politics-- it's about everyone having the autonomy to make the best reproductive health decisions for their families. Restoring and safeguarding reproductive rights ensures that choices about one's body remain personal and protected." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "The consequence of the Dobbs decision was a significant regression in women's reproductive rights and abilities for families to plan for their futures. This decision caused a cascade effect, allowing states to enact draconian, out of touch, dangerous and frankly horrific restrictions on the accessibility and availability of safe abortion and health services for women." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "I am a strong advocate for the respect and care of our elders. The quality of care in nursing homes is directly influenced by staffing levels. Facilities that adhere to proposed minimum staffing standards experience fewer instances of elder abuse. To enhance both the affordability and quality of nursing home care, I support a comprehensive federal strategy. This strategy includes investing in the care economy and its workforce, alleviating seniors' financial burdens, and enforcing accountability among care providers." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "In Congress, I would protect Social Security by ensuring no reduction in benefits or increase in eligibility age, expand benefits through adjustments to the Cost of Living formula and an immediate increase of at least $2,400 per year to catch up on missed increases, and fund these changes by lifting the earnings cap currently at $168k and taxing investment income similarly to regular income, ensuring high earners contribute their fair share." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "Protect and expand Social Security. Social Security is the promise of a sunset for our elders. Protecting and expanding it ensures retirement for all. Reinforcing this system safeguards our commitment to those who have contributed to society throughout their lives." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "To improve seniors' access to specialists, we must expand tele-health services, address healthcare professional shortages with direct incentives, enhance transportation and insurance coverage, and increase funding for community health programs. These measures aim to make healthcare more accessible and affordable for the elderly." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
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  • "I am a strong advocate for the respect and care of our elders. The quality of care in nursing homes is directly influenced by staffing levels. Facilities that adhere to proposed minimum staffing standards experience fewer instances of elder abuse. To enhance both the affordability and quality of nursing home care, I support a comprehensive federal strategy. This strategy includes investing in the care economy and its workforce, alleviating seniors' financial burdens, and enforcing accountability among care providers." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "The child tax credit made a significant impact on families-- elevating so many families struggling with expenses of raising kids. I advocate for expanding and permanently establishing the child tax credit. Broadening the child tax credit to encompass all would elevate 400k children out of poverty and equip every family with the resources to nurture their children." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "Affordable Housing: Bring Down Rental Costs. Protect Renters and Homeowners. Make Mortgages Easier." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "I'll focus my efforts on protecting tenants and ensuring fairness in housing disputes. With measures to revitalize public housing, I recognize the significance of affordable housing for all." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "My housing plan prioritizes affordable housing by expanding the federal governments investment in housing, providing options for public servants and families, and constructing permanently affordable units in our communities." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "We need to reform home mortgages-- cut all those junk fees, and in Congress I would urge the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates immediately. Homeowners and renters need both short-term and long-term relief." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
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  • "Providing real student loan debt forgiveness. This one hits close to home... and the wallet. Alleviating the burden of student loan debt will unlock economic potential for young adults. Offering genuine debt forgiveness can empower a generation to invest, purchase homes, and contribute more robustly to the economy." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "The erosion of democracy demands urgent action. With a grassroots perspective, I'm committed to advocating for robust policies that protect our elections, promote transparency, and empower voters by expanding voting rights. We must improve to be a true government by and for the people." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "To effectively combat climate change, we must prioritize the passage of comprehensive climate legislation and champion workers' at the center of legislation-- not big corporations. Moving funding on everything from research to operating incentives from dirty to clean renewable sources is needed NOW." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
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  • "It's frustrating and disheartening to see so little progress on comprehensive gun safety measures. Drawing from a decade in the classroom, I'll bring a school perspective to the table, advocating for effective strategies to mitigate the risks and reduce the potential for tragedies." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "Access to birth control is vital for personal health, economic stability, and overall well-being. The Affordable Care Act made significant strides in making birth control more affordable for millions, leading to substantial savings. Despite this progress, access to birth control still heavily depends on one’s income, location, and insurance coverage. In Congress, I would push for the creation of a federal drug manufacturing initiative that includes birth control, to ensure that everyone, regardless of their zip code, has access to affordable and regular birth control." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "Broadening Medicare can make healthcare accessible to more citizens, ensuring their health and well-being. By focusing on reducing the costs of Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans, we can offer quality healthcare at more affordable rates." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
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  • "I advocate for establishing a federal drug manufacturing function aimed at reducing prices, alleviating prescription drug shortages, and introducing market competition. This initiative, supported by many progressives in Congress, would oversee the public production of essential medications like insulin, blood pressure, and cholesterol drugs. We need to lower costs and increase access to live saving medications." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "In Congress, I would advocate for laws enabling the federal government to bargain drug prices with pharmaceutical companies and combat patent system misuse. I am committed to addressing healthcare inequalities based on race and ethnicity, including in research. This involves initiatives targeting social factors affecting health outcomes, such as those in maternal health." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "Lowering Prescription Drug Costs: Lower the cost of the most commonly used drugs. Allow federal government to negotiate. Reduce racial and ethnic disparities in research." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • "Throughout the district many residents in our community struggle to afford expensive prescription drugs. This financial burden leads to accumulating debt, the need to ration medications, and even forgoing taking live-saving medication." (www.qarniforcongress.com)
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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