Card image cap

Steven Reynolds' Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

Key

Official Position: Candidate addressed this issue directly by taking the Political Courage Test.
Inferred Position: Candidate refused to address this issue, but Vote Smart inferred this issue based on the candidate's public record, including statements, voting record, and special interest group endorsements.
Unknown Position: Candidate refused to address this issue, or we could not infer an answer for this candidate despite exhaustive research of their public record.
Additional Information: Click on this icon to reveal more information about this candidate's position, from their answers or Vote Smart's research.
Other or Expanded Principles & Legislative Priorities are entered exactly as candidates submit them. Vote Smart does not edit for misspelled words, punctuation or grammar.

Steven Reynolds has refused to provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2018 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.

What is the Political Courage Test?

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 2018.

  • 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.
  • "[…] I'm proud of my campaign promise to accept no money from the NRA, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Banking & the defense industries.The people of this country want elected officials who protect them, not special interest groups." (twitter.com)
  • "I declined money from the NRA in 2016 for the same reasons I decline money from the pharmaceutical, Healthcare,banking and defense industry. I’m the only candidate in #TN04 to take this pledge. #StudentsStandUp " (twitter.com)
  • "I pledge to the people of #TN0 #NotOneDime" (twitter.com)
  • "Is it an election or an auction? Our country desperately needs campaign finance reform and a carefully crafted bill to overturn Citizens United. #TN04 I will not sell you out to the highest bidder. #FromTN4TN" (twitter.com)
  • ""We have to raise the debt by 1.5 trillion in order to lower the debt"has to be one of the poorest,most illogical arguments of my lifetime. I believe in real bipartisan #TaxReform but this is bad policy and dangerous to our national security." (twitter.com)
  • "I oppose the current #FarmBill that cuts funding to promote farmers markets and local food" (twitter.com)
  • " I support sustainable infrastructure funding. We need leaders with the courage to do the right thing for our country." (twitter.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "'I am against vouchers and charters. I want to eliminate unfunded mandates. Let's properly fund public education.' #FromTN4TN" (twitter.com)
  • " My children and I are a proud product of Tennessee public education, so you can count on me to fight to improve classroom environments, student resources, and teacher compensation and supports and to be against private school vouchers and public funding of charter schools." (www.stevenreynoldsforcongress.com)
  • "Our most valuable resource and vital for our children’s future, but the investment is also good business for beautiful Tennessee." (www.stevenreynoldsforcongress.com)
  • "Our most valuable resource and vital for our children’s future, but the investment is also good business for beautiful Tennessee." (www.stevenreynoldsforcongress.com)
  • "Rutherford County and District 4, you need a Congressman who will demand answers and transparency! This is a serious environmental concern and #TN04 deserves answers. #Reynolds4environment" (twitter.com)
  • "'Funding research and incentivizing corporations to help us preserve & improve our environment is essential. Innovation is key.' #FromTN4TN" (twitter.com)
  • "Today on #EarthDay, I’m proud to announce my pledge to seek the application of World Heritage status for Fall Creek Falls Park located in #TN04. If successful, this status will preserve the park forever & transform the local economy. #FromTN4TN" (twitter.com)
  • "As a Civil Libertarian and staunch Constitutionalist, I strongly believe in the constitutionally protected right for all people to live their lives in liberty." (www.stevenreynoldsforcongress.com)
  • "I support the 2nd and responsible firearm ownership but #EnoughIsEnough #FloridaSchoolShooting" (twitter.com)
  • "Proud to have earned @MomsDemand candidate distinction on National Gun Violence Awareness Day. #WearOrange" (twitter.com)
  • "'I'm a pro 2A Democrat but we need weapons of war off of American streets.'" (twitter.com)
  • "How we treat our sick, poor, and most vulnerable defines our country, which is why I fully support Universal, Single-Payer Healthcare.  It is the best return on investment AND it is the moral choice." (www.stevenreynoldsforcongress.com)
  • "It’s no surprise that healthcare premiums are skyrocketing without the mandate. More & More Americans are starting to realize that Universal coverage thru #MedicareForAll is the only moral and economic answer to our healthcare issue." (twitter.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Support fair and safe pathways for immigrants to become proud American citizens and contributors to our society." (www.stevenreynoldsforcongress.com)
  • "'We are a country of refugees. I will preserve our country's reputation for welcoming displaced persons from around the world.' #FromTN4TN" (twitter.com)
  • "I'm proposing a 20% Federal excise tax on all legal sales of Cannabis earmarked specifically to fund these programs of enforcement and treatment." (www.stevenreynoldsforcongress.com)
  • "I support all efforts to reschedule and decriminalize #cannabis on the Federal level. My plan calls for a Federal tax on all legal sales and earmarking that revenue specifically for drug rehabilitation, mental healthcare & child nutrition programs. #420Day" (twitter.com)
  • "Yes. Federally taxed and earmarked for drug rehabilitation, children’s nutrition, and mental healthcare." (www.stevenreynoldsforcongress.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Protecting our country is a top federal priority; however, we should exhaust all diplomatic efforts before resorting to legal military action." (www.stevenreynoldsforcongress.com)

Vote Smart does not permit the use of its name or programs in any campaign activity, including advertising, debates, and speeches.

arrow_upward