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Phil Ehr's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

On The Ballot: Running, Republican for U.S. House (FL) - District 28

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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.

  • "If we are serious about protecting women, then we will protect reproductive rights. In Congress, I will vote to codify Roe's protections into law. Let's put an end to this madness once and for all." (x.com)
  • "In 2022, Carlos Gimenez celebrated the Dobbs decision. In 2023, Gimenez voted for the most anti-choice Speaker in American history. In 2024, Americans are going to hold Gimenez accountable. We will flip Florida's 28th blue." (x.com)
  • "When Donald Trump ended Roe v. Wade, Carlos Giménez celebrated, putting his own political career ahead of women in Florida and across our country. Well, guess what, we are going to remove Giménez this year and codify Roe." (x.com)
  • "In 2022, Carlos Gimenez celebrated the Dobbs decision. In 2023, Gimenez Voted in favor of the most anti-choice Speaker in American history. In 2024, Americans are going to hold Gimenez accountable. We will flip Florida's 28th blue." (x.com)
  • "Restore women’s reproductive rights by eliminating government overreach" (ehrforcongress.us)
  • "Do you support expanding federal funding to support entitlement programs such as Social Security and Medicare? Yes" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Phil Ehr supports reversing the tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy. The richest Americans should pay their fair share of taxes. Medicare and Social Security should be protected and strengthened." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Reduce Florida’s rising cost of living and strengthen Medicare & Social Security" (ehrforcongress.us)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Phil Ehr supports reversing the tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy. The richest Americans should pay their fair share of taxes. Medicare and Social Security should be protected and strengthened." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions? Yes." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Do you support the protection of government officials, including law enforcement officers, from personal liability in civil lawsuits concerning alleged misconduct? No." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Reduce Florida’s rising cost of living and strengthen Medicare & Social Security" (ehrforcongress.us)
  • 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.
  • "Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, geo-thermal)? Yes." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "For far too long, government officials have sided with oil companies for their own financial gain. I'm ready to stand up against companies that damage our planet. No amount of money can protect the Earth, but policy change can. " (x.com)
  • "Marking the 14th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, we reaffirm our commitment to equitable healthcare. It's not just policy—it's a promise to ensure every individual's right to health." (x.com)
  • "No American family should suffer because they cannot afford health care. Phil Ehr supports a public option to give all Americans an opportunity for coverage, while also protecting private options for those that choose." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Paid family leave should be the standard in our nation. New parents need to be able to care for their newborns during the first few delicate weeks of their life. I fully support the FMLA and will continue to fight for it." (x.com)
  • "This pandemic has highlighted the flaws in our healthcare system. No American should have to choose between their health and paying the bills. We need to lower the cost of prescription drugs and premiums." (x.com)
  • "From protecting reproductive rights, to lowering prescription drug costs, and protecting our democracy, defeating Gimenez is critical. Let's do this." (x.com)
  • "President Biden's decisive actions prioritize keeping American families together while strengthening our borders. These actions, though temporary, are critical for managing unprecedented border challenges and underline the urgency for Congressional action." (x.com)
  • "Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship? No." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Gimenez is actively supporting abandoning Ukraine and our allies when they need us most. It's shameful." (x.com)
  • "If we are serious about protecting our allies and standing up for Democracy, then we will pass additional aid to Ukraine. Shame on Carlos Gimenez for not calling on his colleagues in the House to act." (x.com)
  • "Today marks the two year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. We must reflect on the pain and suffering caused by Putin's aggression. It is crucial for America and the free world to stand in solidarity with Ukraine." (x.com)
  • "We must pass aid to Israel and Ukraine, confirm the US Ambassador to Israel, and end the blockade on military confirmations." (x.com)
  • "Backing today's House vote to ban apps from North Korea, China, Russia, and Iran that harvest data for harmful aims. It's high time ByteDance divests TikTok to protect Americans. Data safety isn't negotiable." (x.com)
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?
Phil Ehr supports a woman's right to make her own healthcare decisions.
Yes In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket?
Yes Do you support expanding federal funding to support entitlement programs such as Social Security and Medicare?
Phil Ehr supports reversing the tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy. The richest Americans should pay their fair share of taxes. Medicare and Social Security should be protected and strengthened.
Yes Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions?
Phil Ehr supports legislative actions that protect and strengthen campaign finance reform.
No Do you support the protection of government officials, including law enforcement officers, from personal liability in civil lawsuits concerning alleged misconduct?
Phil Ehr supports establishing a National Police Misconduct Registry. We must find and quickly implement smarter policies that keep our communities safe.
No Do you support increasing defense spending?
Money spent on inconclusive war can be channelled into a new national security strategy that strengthens our alliances on the basis of shared democratic values, and ensures our ability to project military dominance globally.
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?
Yes Do you support providing financial relief to businesses AND/OR corporations negatively impacted by the state of national emergency for COVID-19?
The American economy should benefit all, not just the few at the top.
No Do you support requiring states to adopt federal education standards?
Phil Ehr believes that the federal government has a role in fostering educational excellence and equal access for all public school students. However, local teacher-designed methods of assessing learning are more effective.
Yes Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, geo-thermal)?
Yes Do you support the federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions?
We must recognize the troubling reality of climate change and update our federal policies to protect future generations. The Environmental Protection Agency should be fully funded in order to monitor and enforce strong standards.
Yes Do you generally support gun-control legislation?
Phil Ehr believes that gun violence can be addressed while protecting the Second Amendment, through common sense gun-safety legislation.
No Do you support repealing the 2010 Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")?
Yes Do you support requiring businesses to provide paid medical leave during public health crises, such as COVID-19?
No American family should suffer because they cannot afford health care. Phil Ehr supports a public option to give all Americans an opportunity for coverage, while also protecting private options for those that choose.
No 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?
Border patrol provides an essential function for the security of the nation. However, proposals like the border wall will not provide the solutions that the American people seek. Phil Ehr supports comprehensive immigration reform and the expansion of humanitarian efforts at our borders.
No 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)?
Yes Do you support reducing military intervention in Middle East conflicts?
We need a new national security strategy that strengthens our alliances on the basis of shared democratic values, and ensures our ability to project military dominance globally. We need to end the current wars on favorable terms and reclaim Congress?s role in deciding questions of war, peace, and trade.
Yes Do you generally support removing barriers to international trade (for example: tariffs, quotas, etc.)?
Phil Ehr supports global trade rules that promote high labor standards and economic security for working people and protect the environment. Trade agreements should be negotiated in a transparent and democratic manner.
Expanding acess to affordable health care, rebuilding our economy to be stronger than ever, and ensuring our service members and veterans receive the benefits they've earned.

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