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Lena Epstein's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Lena Epstein has failed 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.

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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 2018.

  • "I take pride in being endorsed by Susan B. Anthony List. Voters have had enough of politicians who fail to protect innocent children and mothers from the violence of abortion. I am committed to the pro-life agenda that brought countless Americans to the polls for President Trump and look forward to fighting on behalf of the vulnerable and the forgotten in Washington." (www.sba-list.org)
  • "Last night, @POTUS spoke at @SBAList's annual gala. SBA List is one of the most prominent pro-life groups in the country, and I'm proud to announce that I'm the only #MI11 candidate to receive their endorsement." (twitter.com)
  • "We are pleased to endorse Lena Epstein, a longtime pro-life advocate and an experienced leader in her community," said former U.S. Congresswoman Marilyn Musgrave, SBA List’s Vice President of Government Affairs. "Lena’s fresh voice stands out against career politicians whose extremism on abortion is disastrously out of step with Michigan voters. She has the courage and conviction to stand up to the abortion lobby. Her strong work ethic and her passionate dedication to women, children, and families will be a tremendous asset in Congress." (www.sba-list.org)
  • "As a fiscal conservative, I will rein in excessive government spending, fight to reform the tax code to spur job creation and grow the economy, and let working families keep more of the money they earn." (lenaforcongress.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 fiscal conservative, I will rein in excessive government spending, fight to reform the tax code to spur job creation and grow the economy, and let working families keep more of the money they earn." (lenaforcongress.com)
  • "As a fiscal conservative, I will rein in excessive government spending, fight to reform the tax code to spur job creation and grow the economy, and let working families keep more of the money they earn." (lenaforcongress.com)
  • "I’m ready to bring our Michigan values of hard work and personal responsibility to Washington to cut taxes, ban sanctuary cities, and help pass President Trump’s agenda." (www.facebook.com)
  • "We must have an education system in place that allows all our children to succeed and gives families the flexibility to choose what works best for their families- whether it’s in high performing public schools, at private schools or homeschools, all our children deserve an equal opportunity to reach their full potential." (lenaforcongress.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.
  • "I'm proud to announce that I've received a rating of "AQ" from the NRA. As a conservative political outsider --- not a career politician --- the "AQ" rating is the highest score that I could receive. The @NRA knows that I will defend our #2A rights during my time in Congress." (twitter.com)
  • "Congress must repeal and replace Obamacare, and ensure Americans have access to care at affordable rates." (lenaforcongress.com)
  • "I’m running for Congress to fight for Michigan. It’s time to secure the border, stop illegal immigration, and uphold the rule of law. @POTUS needs conservatives like me to work with him to build the wall, deport criminals, and put our citizens first." (twitter.com)
  • "I’m ready to bring our Michigan values of hard work and personal responsibility to Washington to cut taxes, ban sanctuary cities, and help pass President Trump’s agenda." (www.facebook.com)
  • "Illegal immigration kills MI jobs. I oppose sanctuary cities and support cutting funding to cities that don't uphold our immigration laws." (twitter.com)
  • "#SanctuaryCities need to understand that they are not exempt from federal illegal immigration laws. #AmericaFirst" (twitter.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.

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