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Gavin Rollins' Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Gavin Rollins has failed to provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2020 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.

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Issue Positions

For Presidential and Congressional candidates who refuse to provide voters with their positions, Vote Smart has researched their public records to determine their likely responses. These issue positions are from 2020.

  • "I believe life begins at conception until natural death. I have been personally touched by the power of adoption. My sister and nephew are both adopted and are beautiful examples of choosing life. In Congress I will advocate for pro-life legislation and be a voice for the pre-born. As a County Commissioner I stood up for life and advocated that we stop doing business with companies that fund Planned Parenthood." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "In Congress I will fight to defund planned parenthood and sponsor legislation that funds adoption agency’s not abortion clinics." (twitter.com)
  • "As a conservative county commissioner, he has fought for Second Amendment rights, religious liberty, term limits for politicians, lower taxes, and practical innovations to reduce the size and improve the responsiveness of government." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "I am a strong supporter of American businesses and the vital role that small businesses play in our growing economy. I have invested in several start up companies and know first hand the challenges so many business owners face — especially burdensome regulations. Congress must do everything it can to remove the regulatory red tape that so often hinders success, and simplify government processes whenever possible." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "Proud to be the first and only candidate in FLCD3 to sign the Fair Tax Pledge! We need to simplify and reduce the federal government and eliminate the IRS!" (twitter.com)
  • "The Trump Economy continues strong! We must keep the momentum by reducing taxes and cutting regulation." (www.facebook.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.
  • "As a history teacher I’ve studied and taught the destructive history of socialism which is why I’m for individual liberty, free markets a strong national defense, border security, less federal regulation to name a few." (twitter.com)
  • "While deployed to a combat zone I dealt with Communist Chinese aggression first hand. They were building a military base in Djibouti Africa as part of an ongoing effort to expand their global influence and displace the United States. Communist China is fighting a Stealth War against us — we must fight back before it’s too late. I’ll stand shoulder to shoulder with President Trump and hold Communist China accountable." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "As a history teacher I’ve studied and taught the destructive history of socialism which is why I’m for individual liberty, free markets a strong national defense, border security, less federal regulation to name a few." (twitter.com)
  • "Congress must do everything it can to remove the regulatory red tape that so often hinders success, and simplify government processes whenever possible." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "It's vital we invest in critical infrastructure like roads in district 4." (www.facebook.com)
  • "I am a strong supporter of American businesses and the vital role that small businesses play in our growing economy. I have invested in several start up companies and know first hand the challenges so many business owners face — especially burdensome regulations. Congress must do everything it can to remove the regulatory red tape that so often hinders success, and simplify government processes whenever possible." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "Proud to be the first and only candidate in FLCD3 to sign the Fair Tax Pledge! We need to simplify and reduce the federal government and eliminate the IRS!" (twitter.com)
  • "The Trump Economy continues strong! We must keep the momentum by reducing taxes and cutting regulation." (www.facebook.com)
  • "I had major reservations about the stimulus bill given lots of unnecessary spending. It’s now the law, so here is a breakdown of the direct payments. We will do a separate one on the business relief elements." (www.facebook.com)
  • "As a teacher with a masters degree in Education, I understand the power and promise of education. I believe strongly in school choice and allowing parents to determine the best fit for their children. I also believe we need to do a better job of teaching civics and American history." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "We’ve seen an energy boom under President Trump, and our country is now energy independent. Energy is a critical part of a strong economy and also key to national security. I believe we must also balance our energy needs with those of our natural resources." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "We should increase the capacity for storage and transport of natural gas in Florida to allow clean burning energy to be exported to the Caribbean and South America. This creates American jobs and strengthens our economy." (gavinrollins.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "As a commissioner I fought to allow our employees to conceal carry on the job for personal protection, and I led the effort to make Clay County a Second Amendment Sanctuary. In Congress I will cosign a national conceal carry reciprocity bill. So-called Red Flag laws are a violation of due process, and in Congress I’ll continue to oppose them." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "I am a passionate defender of the right to keep and bear arms. I am a gun owner and life member of the NRA. As a commissioner I received an A rating from the NRA. I believe the 2nd Amendment is an individual right that should not be infringed." (gavinrollins.com)
  • "We need to get the government out of healthcare and put consumers in control of their healthcare choices. I believe the biggest problem in healthcare is the Affordable Care Act and the complicated issues it causes for so many Americans. People need affordable and easily accessible healthcare, and it is vitally important that we promote free market healthcare options for all Americans. It’s estimated that a third of the cost of healthcare is administrative bureaucracy. I believe the answer is more competition, not more government." (gavinrollins.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "As a history teacher I’ve studied and taught the destructive history of socialism which is why I’m for individual liberty, free markets a strong national defense, border security, less federal regulation to name a few." (twitter.com)
  • "We must stop illegal immigration by building a wall and securing our borders." (gavinrollins.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.
  • "Communist China is not a friendly trading partner. They are a predatory enemy of the United States with the goal of destroying our freedom and democracy. #ChinaNewEvilEmpire." (www.facebook.com)

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