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Jamie McLeod-Skinner's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Jamie McLeod-Skinner 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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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 2024.

  • "Reproductive health care is part of health care, and the government needs to get out of the way when it comes to our fundamental personal freedoms. I would codify Roe v. Wade." (x.com)
  • "In response to the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe, so many turned out — on short notice — to stand together for our right to privacy, reproductive freedom, and human rights." (x.com)
  • "At this perilous time for reproductive rights, I'm honored to earn the support of @NARAL. I feel a great responsibility to help deliver a pro-choice majority Congress, especially for the millions who have already had their rights taken away. We must codify Roe." (x.com)
  • "In reaction to the leaked draft Supreme Court ruling on Roe v. Wade, marches and rallies were held across the country. In Bend, we gathered to express our anger and our commitment to ensuring the right to reproductive health and abortion services. #orpol" (x.com)
  • "For 88 years, Social Security has helped Americans invest in themselves. Your paycheck, your earned benefit. We need to solidify this safety net for workers - those who are the foundation of our economy - to ensure personal security and dignity. #SocSec88" (x.com)
  • "I believe in investing in our economy, families, and future — while my opponent wants tax breaks for the rich while making harmful cuts to Social Security, Medicare, and the VA." (x.com)
  • "You don't get to change the deal midstream. And the deal that millions of Americans have invested in with Social Security is to retire at a certain age. I will fight to protect Social Security and those who rely on it." (x.com)
  • "Early this morning the Senate #GOPTaxBill passed. This hurts individuals and working families but gives more money to big businesses and the 1%. Expect to lose: your personal exemption (and dependents) and state and local tax deductions. #NotOnePenny" (x.com)
  • "Early this morning the Senate #GOPTaxBill passed. This hurts individuals and working families but gives more money to big businesses and the 1%. Expect to lose: your personal exemption (and dependents) and state and local tax deductions. #NotOnePenny" (x.com)
  • "I believe in investing in our economy, families, and future — while my opponent wants tax breaks for the rich while making harmful cuts to Social Security, Medicare, and the VA." (x.com)
  • "Our current rep voted for a massive corp tax giveaway that will put us $trillions in debt. How will he pay for it? His party leaders have made it clear. They plan to cut Social Security & Medicare. If elected, I’ll do everything in my power to protect Social Security & Medicare" (x.com)
  • "Strengthening our democracy is one of my top priorities. From protecting voting rights to ending partisan gerrymandering to preventing corporate PACs from buying elections, we must tackle issues that undermine public trust and prevent our government from working for the people." (x.com)
  • "These are challenging times and we need a steady hand. My work has taken me across Oregon and I know that DC’s nasty rhetoric and corporate dark money does not speak for Oregonians." (x.com)
  • "I’m the only one in this race with a long and consistent history of fully funding and training the police and ensuring accountability" (x.com)
  • "My opponent needs to develop a better relationship with the truth. I’m the only one in this race who has a long, consistent record of supporting public safety. As a city manager & council member, I increased police funding, training, wellness, and accountability." (x.com)
  • "I will fight for military personnel to receive resources, advocacy & behavioral health services during their active duty & their transition back to civilian life. Much respect to those who serve." (x.com)
  • "Happening today, we must support the #CleanPowerPlan as all American's want clean safe water and air. Let's develop clean energy to create good-paying jobs and reduce environmental impacts and shift to clean sustainable energy systems." (x.com)
  • "I believe in investing in our economy, families, and future — while my opponent wants tax breaks for the rich while making harmful cuts to Social Security, Medicare, and the VA." (x.com)
  • "The national economy has left many in our district behind. That's why I'm endorsing these principles calling for sweeping infrastructure legislation that would create jobs rebuilding Oregon's transportation systems, schools & water systems" (x.com)
  • "Affordable housing is critically important. I'm currently working on an affordable housing project -- that can be a national model -- to help get families out of generational poverty." (x.com)
  • "In Congress, I will champion solutions for gun safety, affordable housing, education, and jobs." (x.com)
  • "Let's build the partnerships for good paying jobs. If elected, I’ll prioritize bringing jobs in renewable energy, rural broadband access, affordable housing, transportation and water systems. Let’s strengthen our middle class to keep our economic engine running strong." (x.com)
  • "Wages aren't growing in our district, but housing prices are—fast. We need to build the partnerships to bring good paying jobs to our district and to provide more affordable housing." (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Student debt is spiraling out of control, yet the agency that protects our students from predatory lending practices is choosing to give a free pass to the institutions that pray upon students. We should be investing in our students, not selling them out." (x.com)
  • "In 1965, President Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act – a landmark for civil rights. But we still have work to do to increase voter participation and eliminate discriminatory practices. In Congress, I will work to protect all Americans' right to vote - and right to organize." (x.com)
  • "Strengthening our democracy is one of my top priorities. From protecting voting rights to ending partisan gerrymandering to preventing corporate PACs from buying elections, we must tackle issues that undermine public trust and prevent our government from working for the people." (x.com)
  • "Happening today, we must support the #CleanPowerPlan as all American's want clean safe water and air. Let's develop clean energy to create good-paying jobs and reduce environmental impacts and shift to clean sustainable energy systems." (x.com)
  • "Let's build the partnerships for good paying jobs. If elected, I’ll prioritize bringing jobs in renewable energy, rural broadband access, affordable housing, transportation and water systems. Let’s strengthen our middle class to keep our economic engine running strong." (x.com)
  • "Renewable energy jobs are the future of work in our district, particularly #Klamath. We need to invest in #renewableenergy to create the kinds of good-paying jobs that Oregonians need." (x.com)
  • "Climate change presents a clear and present danger to our communities, and we must address it." (x.com)
  • "Renewable energy jobs are the future of work in our district, particularly #Klamath. We need to invest in #renewableenergy to create the kinds of good-paying jobs that Oregonians need." (x.com)
  • "Thank you, @SierraClub, for your endorsement! Addressing climate change is one of my top priorities, and the Sierra Club has been tireless in their work protecting our lands and waters and in their commitment to environmental justice. #orpol #JamieForOregon" (x.com)
  • "What’s the difference between me and Kurt Schrader? Oil and gas companies are bankrolling Kurt. I'm running for Congress to tackle climate change." (x.com)
  • "A strong public safety system includes ensuring kids are safe at school and people are safe at work. In Congress, I will support commonsense gun safety legislation. My opponent offers no solutions. #orpol #CD5 #OR05 #JamieForOregon" (x.com)
  • "Community safety is a top priority. @MomsDemand is a leader in promoting common-sense gun safety that protects our rights & families. I’m proud to receive their Gun Sense Candidate Distinction. Ensuring the safety & future of our kids & communities is a non-partisan issue." (x.com)
  • "In Congress, I will champion solutions for gun safety, affordable housing, education, and jobs." (x.com)
  • "1 in 5 people in our district are at risk of losing their healthcare if the Affordable Care Act was repealed. The current representative tried repeatedly to dismantle ACA. If I'm elected, I'll work to fix it and ensure we ALL have coverage." (x.com)
  • "Healthy communities start with accessible healthcare that people can afford. If I'm elected, I will work tirelessly to protect your family's healthcare." (x.com)
  • "Vote for me, and I'll work to provide healthcare for everyone." (x.com)
  • "We can no longer accept that people go bankrupt because of a medical emergency. People with pre-existing conditions shouldn't live in fear of losing their health insurance. We have to move forward to a system that makes high-quality healthcare accessible and affordable for all." (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "I'm running for Congress to lower prescription drug prices." (x.com)
  • "Last night I told Kurt Schrader: you can’t make excuses when you were the deciding vote to prevent prescription drug prices from coming down." (x.com)
  • "When I'm in Congress, you won't hear these denials anymore. I'm running to lower prescription drug prices — because I'm only beholden to Oregonians." (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "#DreamActNow Support #DACA and create a path for citizenship for those who have grown up in the U.S. or who have notably contributed to our economy, our communities, or our national defense." (x.com)
  • "First, the Republicans allowed the #TrumpShutdown so that they could play their political games. Now, they are refusing the honor the deal they made with Democrats to protect #DACA and the #Dreamers they protect." (x.com)
  • "Those protected by DACA were brought here as children & have grown up as Americans. They are our friends, neighbors, co-workers. To protect an Oregon Dreamer is to protect an Oregonian. Congress needs to get to work on fixing our broken immigration system." (x.com)
  • "Congress must fund aid to Ukraine. To those willing to fight for democracy: today, we are all Ukrainian." (x.com)
  • "I appreciate President Biden’s efforts at diplomacy and stand with him, and our NATO allies, as they now work to address Putin’s incursion into sovereign land. #ukraine" (x.com)
  • "Operation Gaza Relief is an excellent proposal to bring immediate humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians caught in the crossfire of war, while recognizing Israel’s right to pursue Hamas following the horrific October 7th attack on Jewish civilians." (x.com)
  • "Congress must fund aid to Ukraine. To those willing to fight for democracy: today, we are all Ukrainian." (x.com)
  • "I appreciate President Biden’s efforts at diplomacy and stand with him, and our NATO allies, as they now work to address Putin’s incursion into sovereign land. #ukraine" (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
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-choice Do you generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation?
All citizens have the right to make private health decisions without government interference.
Unknown Position In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket?
Unknown Position In order to balance the budget, do you support reducing defense spending?
Americans need a fair-share tax system capable of funding Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, and veterans? services. I opposed the $1.5 trillion tax giveaway Congress gave to major corporations and wealthy individuals last year. Congress must provide better fiscal leadership addressing our country?s pressing domestic needs while providing for a robust national defense. Too many Americans are struggling to make ends meet, including in my rural district where poverty is widespread. I will ensure our brave servicemen and women in uniform have every resource they need and insist on full funding of veterans? services caring for those who have served us.
Yes Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions?
Americans have a right to know who funds political campaigns and advertisements. I am committed to campaign finance reform and believe in eliminating the undue influence of foreign governments and big corporations on our elections.
Yes Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth?
No Do you support lowering corporate taxes as a means of promoting economic growth?
Federal spending on our crumbling infrastructure will create significant economic opportunities for businesses, workers and families in my rural district as well as improve our quality of life. Expanded federal investments in communication, energy, health care, transportation and water infrastructure are central to my platform of building stronger communities and promoting economic innovation. My focus will be ensuring that rural communities are included in these investments. Americans need a fair-share tax system capable of funding Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, and veterans? services. I opposed the $1.5 trillion tax giveaway that Congress gave to major corporations and wealthy individuals last year.
Yes Do you support requiring states to adopt federal education standards?
Local school boards and states have primary responsibility for educating our children. The role of the federal government is to provide resources and ensure equal access to education. I support full funding of Head Start programs to give children get the early literacy foundation they need to succeed in school, full funding of trade schools and community colleges to prepare students for successful careers, and exchange of public service for college or trade school education.
Yes Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, thermal)?
Yes Do you support the federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions?
Federal investment in renewable energy is central to my platform of building stronger communities, promoting business innovation, and creating economic opportunities for hard working Americans. I strongly support clean energy jobs and tax incentives to grow clean energy businesses. Climate change is a contributor to major wildfires in my rural district and science-based solutions must include significant and fair reductions of greenhouse gas emissions across all sectors. I firmly believe that we can lead the world in renewable energy innovation and development to build a thriving economy and ensure a quality environment.
Yes Do you generally support gun-control legislation?
I support our Constitution and the Second Amendment. Guns are part of my district's rural culture. Growing up, hunting put food on my family?s table. I am committed to the safety of our communities and believe we can develop workable solutions by finding common ground. I propose School Safety Grants providing resources so school districts decide how best to meet community needs, from installing security equipment to hiring counselors and ensuring children can thrive. Improved access and affordability for physical and mental health services will provide care for post-traumatic stress, addiction, and other root causes of family and social violence.
No Do you support repealing the 2010 Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")?
I support keeping the requirement that health insurance must cover pre-existing conditions. My opponent wrote the bill passed by the U.S. House that revoked coverage of pre-existing conditions, which even the President called ?mean.? I am committed to reducing health system costs and ensuring universal and affordable access to the full range of physical and mental health care services.
Unknown Position Do you support the construction of a wall along the Mexican border?
No Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship?
We need robust border security. I support funding our Border Patrol for hiring and training agents, surveillance, strategic fencing, patrols, and citizen engagement. China?s Great Wall didn?t work for them and won?t for us. We need partnerships to address root causes. Agriculture in my district is dependent on migrant workers. We need immigration reform to protect families and our economy. People should undergo the review locally, and leave if they don?t qualify. I respect those who contribute to our communities, pay taxes, and serve in our military. Dreamers have already undergone a review process and should be granted permanent status.
Unknown Position Do you support the legalization of marijuana for recreational purposes?
States determine the legality of marijuana for recreational use, but I oppose classification of marijuana by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency as a Schedule One narcotic because it deprives legitimate businesses and agricultural producers in my district of access to vital banking, finance and insurance services.
Unknown Position Should the United States use military force in order to prevent governments hostile to the U.S. from possessing a nuclear weapon?
Unknown Position Do you support increased American intervention in Middle Eastern conflicts beyond air support?
My experience rebuilding post-war societies in Bosnia and Kosovo showed me that even if war is sometimes necessary, it always must be a last resort of American foreign policy. Crucially, we must care for our veterans after their service to the nation is done. After 17 years of occupation in Afghanistan there still is no possibility of strategic victory, and many of our servicemen and women are serving fourth or more tours of duty without adequate healthcare when they return. America must remain engaged to foster peace in the world mindful that we cannot police every regional dispute.
I support long-term, fiscally-responsible federal planning for national health, safety, education and a thriving economy.

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