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Christine Quinn's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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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 2022.

  • "Eliminate taxpayer funding for elective abortion here and abroad." (win-quinn.com)
  • "It’s high time to reduce taxes and stop subsidizing stupid ideas like windmills that don’t work and cost more to make than they save on energy! How does a carbon tax reduce carbon? It doesn’t it just gives the gov’t more money to waste!" (twitter.com)
  • "Pass a balanced budget mechanism with teeth to end the creeping government takeover of our society." (win-quinn.com)
  • "Social Security Benefits are not entitlement programs. That money belongs to the people that paid into the program." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "the purpose is to limit the disproportionate influence of wealthy individuals and special interest groups on the outcome of federal elections; Regulate spending in campaigns for federal office; and Deter abuses by mandating public disclosure of campaign finances." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I will back the BLUE and pass legislation to protect all law enforcement from personal liability when in the line of duty!" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "We must financially support our military. America can maintain worldwide peace through strength, and this means our military must have ample resources to operate, innovate, and project strength. We must support the men and women of our armed forces as they serve, but also AFTER they serve! America should treat military Veterans with dignity and respect they deserve for their honorable service to our nation!" (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.
  • "As we have seen our federal dollars being distributed to businesses across the country, we must also ensure that we hold these businesses accountable for how the funds were dispersed and for how they are repaid to the federal reserve." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "And eliminate the Federal Department of Education- will cut the budget by $160 Billion dollars a year. A great savings and reduction of wasteful spending!" (twitter.com)
  • "I would like to revamp the department of Education completely and turn the responsibility for education over to the each State." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Our children deserve an education tailored to their individual needs. No child is the same, no career is the same, so our education for each child should not be the same. Parents and students should be given the opportunity to select from a wide range of options when it comes to education and training. Investments in early childhood learning, diverse education delivery models, civics, financial literacy, and vocational options should be embraced." (win-quinn.com)
  • "It is important to protect our environment and ensure safe air. However, the EPA has over stepped it's boundaries. Only the Federal Legislative Branch of Congress can pass laws. Many of the EPA guidelines are over-reaching and place an undue burden on many businesses. We must provide tax incentives to businesses and Corporations to dispose of and/or create new forms of machinery that reduce emissions without placing undue burden upon the business which makes it unable to conduct their business in a profitable manner." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "It is important to protect our environment and ensure safe air. However, the EPA has over stepped it's boundaries. Only the Federal Legislative Branch of Congress can pass laws. Many of the EPA guidelines are over-reaching and place an undue burden on many businesses. We must provide tax incentives to businesses and Corporations to dispose of and/or create new forms of machinery that reduce emissions without placing undue burden upon the business which makes it unable to conduct their business in a profitable manner." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I will uphold our 2nd Amendment rights to bear arms. A nation well armed, is a Nation safe from the tyranny and over reach of the government. Private citizens and business owners must be able to "stand their ground" and protect themselves and their property from foreign and domestic violence at all times! I will not compromise on the right to bear arms and the right to have ammunition for those weapons." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Health care costs are far too high, limiting access for millions of Americans. In order to reduce costs we must expand health insurance options, have pricing transparency, eliminate red tape, and open up competition." (win-quinn.com)
  • "The government does not have the right to dictate to a private business to provide benefits to their employees. many small businesses can not afford to provide paid leave if their business is not open. Moreover, the Government should not have the right to close any private business or place undue burdens or restricting upon them , inhibiting their ability to conduct business and make money. This is unlawful and must be prevented from ever occurring again!" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The United States has already established laws and developed a comprehensive immigration plan that allows for immigrants to enter the United States through diplomatic and legal measures. These rules and regulations have been established to ensure the safety and well-being of our citizens. It is the responsibility of Congress to protect the citizens of the United States from foreign and domestic terrorists or threats against our nation that may come from illegal immigrants that want to harm the country and not assimilate into the American Culture." (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 United States of America must keep a military presence in the Middle East to ensure PEACE. We maintain a degree of strength by keeping boots on the ground and a strong military presence in the region." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "It time for the United States to stand it's ground against the unfair trade agreements from the past. For far to long, the United States has carried an undue burden around the world. Many countries do not pay their fair share of tariffs and taxes. It's time to have an equal playing field so American companies can thrive in the international market." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
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?
No In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket?
Unknown Position Do you support expanding federal funding to support entitlement programs such as Social Security and Medicare?
Social Security Benefits are not entitlement programs. That money belongs to the people that paid into the program.
Yes Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions?
the purpose is to limit the disproportionate influence of wealthy individuals and special interest groups on the outcome of federal elections; Regulate spending in campaigns for federal office; and Deter abuses by mandating public disclosure of campaign finances.
Yes Do you support the protection of government officials, including law enforcement officers, from personal liability in civil lawsuits concerning alleged misconduct?
I will back the BLUE and pass legislation to protect all law enforcement from personal liability when in the line of duty!
Yes Do you support increasing defense spending?
We must financially support our military. America can maintain worldwide peace through strength, and this means our military must have ample resources to operate, innovate, and project strength. We must support the men and women of our armed forces as they serve, but also AFTER they serve! America should treat military Veterans with dignity and respect they deserve for their honorable service to our nation!
No Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth?
Yes Do you support lowering corporate taxes 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?
As we have seen our federal dollars being distributed to businesses across the country, we must also ensure that we hold these businesses accountable for how the funds were dispersed and for how they are repaid to the federal reserve.
No Do you support requiring states to adopt federal education standards?
I would like to revamp the department of Education completely and turn the responsibility for education over to the each State.
No Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, geo-thermal)?
No Do you support the federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions?
It is important to protect our environment and ensure safe air. However, the EPA has over stepped it's boundaries. Only the Federal Legislative Branch of Congress can pass laws. Many of the EPA guidelines are over-reaching and place an undue burden on many businesses. We must provide tax incentives to businesses and Corporations to dispose of and/or create new forms of machinery that reduce emissions without placing undue burden upon the business which makes it unable to conduct their business in a profitable manner.
No Do you generally support gun-control legislation?
I will uphold our 2nd Amendment rights to bear arms. A nation well armed, is a Nation safe from the tyranny and over reach of the government. Private citizens and business owners must be able to "stand their ground" and protect themselves and their property from foreign and domestic violence at all times! I will not compromise on the right to bear arms and the right to have ammunition for those weapons.
Yes Do you support repealing the 2010 Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")?
No Do you support requiring businesses to provide paid medical leave during public health crises, such as COVID-19?
The government does not have the right to dictate to a private business to provide benefits to their employees. many small businesses can not afford to provide paid leave if their business is not open. Moreover, the Government should not have the right to close any private business or place undue burdens or restricting upon them , inhibiting their ability to conduct business and make money. This is unlawful and must be prevented from ever occurring again!
Yes Do you support the construction of a wall along the Mexican border?
Yes Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship?
The United States has already established laws and developed a comprehensive immigration plan that allows for immigrants to enter the United States through diplomatic and legal measures. These rules and regulations have been established to ensure the safety and well-being of our citizens. It is the responsibility of Congress to protect the citizens of the United States from foreign and domestic terrorists or threats against our nation that may come from illegal immigrants that want to harm the country and not assimilate into the American Culture.
Yes Should the United States use military force to prevent governments hostile to the U.S. from possessing a weapon of mass destruction (for example: nuclear, biological, chemical)?
No Do you support reducing military intervention in Middle East conflicts?
The United States of America must keep a military presence in the Middle East to ensure PEACE. We maintain a degree of strength by keeping boots on the ground and a strong military presence in the region.
No Do you generally support removing barriers to international trade (for example: tariffs, quotas, etc.)?
It time for the United States to stand it's ground against the unfair trade agreements from the past. For far to long, the United States has carried an undue burden around the world. Many countries do not pay their fair share of tariffs and taxes. It's time to have an equal playing field so American companies can thrive in the international market.
I will support President Trump with his foreign and domestic polices by supporting our Military. Reduce taxes while establishing a balanced budget. Support School Choice: Federal Funds should "follow" the child, to ensure parents can choose the best educational opportunities for their child. I will work on legislation to reduce the Department of Education at the Federal level. Our society is based on law and order. To ensure the safety of all our citizens, we must prove ample funding for our Police Departments. They must have the best equipment and training to answer the call!

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