Caitlin Draper's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)
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Caitlin Draper did not provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2024 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.
Issue Positions
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- "By supporting a woman's right to choose, we uphold the core tenets of freedom, bodily autonomy, and personal privacy. A pro-choice stance ensures that the government does not intrude into the most personal and complex decisions a person can make regarding their reproductive health. It empowers individuals to make choices based on their unique circumstances and beliefs, rather than imposing a one-size-fits-all solution." (www.caitlinforarkansas.com)
- "Ultimately, being pro-choice is about respecting the diversity of individual choices and circumstances while keeping government interference to a minimum, which is a fundamental principle of a small government." (www.caitlinforarkansas.com)
- Arkansas Advocate "I will focus on lowering the cost of living and healthcare for families, protecting public education, and reproductive rights and addressing the climate crisis." (arkansasadvocate.com)
- "From restoring reproductive freedom to lowering costs for working families, in Congress I will fight everyday to protect our democracy and deliver for the people of Arkansas with empathy, compassion, and accountability. Our families deserve no less." (twitter.com)
- "I think continuing with the Affordable Care Act, continuing to create access nationwide to people for insurance and coverage." (www.youtube.com)
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- "Social justice will be at the core of my legislative agenda, advocating for affordable healthcare, quality education, a living wage, and comprehensive criminal justice reform." (www.caitlinforarkansas.com)
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- "So a bill was put forth, the Infrastructure in Jobs Act, and first of all, I want to say the housing crisis is very real in Northwest Arkansas people are feeling it. We have nurses and social workers that cannot afford a place to live. We'r seeing a rise in homelessness go through the roof, and so it's absolutely a problem that Congress needs to help to solve. You do represent your local community, that's what our job is. I think there are a lot of good pieces of legislation in the Infrastructure Act that would help partner with the local communities, investing in the local communities so that we can help to solve the housing crisis." (www.youtube.com)
- Arkansas Advocate "I will focus on lowering the cost of living and healthcare for families, protecting public education, and reproductive rights and addressing the climate crisis." (arkansasadvocate.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.
- "Addressing climate change is one of the most critical challenges of our time. The importance of taking swift and comprehensive action cannot be overstated. Climate change poses a severe threat to our planet's ecosystems, biodiversity, and the well-being of current and future generations. Its impacts are already evident, from extreme weather events to rising sea levels and disruptions in agriculture and ecosystems. Failing to tackle climate change jeopardizes not only the environment but also global stability, as it can exacerbate resource scarcity, displacement of populations, and social unrest. This is not a partisan issue. By mitigating the causes of climate change and adapting to its effects, we can protect our environment, ensure a sustainable future, and create new opportunities for innovation, green technology, and economic growth." (www.caitlinforarkansas.com)
- Arkansas Advocate "I will focus on lowering the cost of living and healthcare for families, protecting public education, and reproductive rights and addressing the climate crisis." (arkansasadvocate.com)
- "Addressing climate change is one of the most critical challenges of our time. The importance of taking swift and comprehensive action cannot be overstated. Climate change poses a severe threat to our planet's ecosystems, biodiversity, and the well-being of current and future generations. Its impacts are already evident, from extreme weather events to rising sea levels and disruptions in agriculture and ecosystems. Failing to tackle climate change jeopardizes not only the environment but also global stability, as it can exacerbate resource scarcity, displacement of populations, and social unrest. This is not a partisan issue. By mitigating the causes of climate change and adapting to its effects, we can protect our environment, ensure a sustainable future, and create new opportunities for innovation, green technology, and economic growth." (www.caitlinforarkansas.com)
- Arkansas Advocate "I will focus on lowering the cost of living and healthcare for families, protecting public education, and reproductive rights and addressing the climate crisis." (arkansasadvocate.com)
- "My heart goes out to all the victims of this horrible tragedy. This shouldnât happen in Arkansas, this shouldnât happen anywhere! These senseless acts of gun violence need to stop." (x.com)
- Endorsed by Moms Demand Action (caitlinforarkansas.com)
- "Arkansas ranks 47th in healthcare in the US, 43rd in child wellbeing, has 15% higher maternal mortality rate than most states, and is 43rd in education. Arkansans deserve better, and our current leadership isn't helping. Arkansans need someone who will fight for funding, fight for social programs, and will act in the best interest of citizens in District 3." (www.caitlinforarkansas.com)
- "Healthcare is not a privilege but a necessity that every individual deserves, regardless of their socio-economic status. Ensuring healthcare coverage for ALL Arkansans improves public health outcomes, reduces health disparities, and promotes overall well-being. It safeguards individuals and families from the financial burden of catastrophic medical expenses, allowing them to lead healthier and more productive lives. Moreover, a healthy population is more likely to contribute to the economic and social development of a nation. Providing healthcare for all not only reflects a society's commitment to its people's welfare but also leads to stronger, more resilient communities and a fairer, more inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive." (www.caitlinforarkansas.com)
- "Social justice will be at the core of my legislative agenda, advocating for affordable healthcare, quality education, a living wage, and comprehensive criminal justice reform. I will engage in dialogue with our community, listening to your concerns and needs, and together, we will champion policies that foster a more just, equitable, and compassionate society for all. Your civil rights and social justice are my top priorities, and I am honored to be your voice in Congress." (www.caitlinforarkansas.com)
- Arkansas Advocate "I will focus on lowering the cost of living and healthcare for families, protecting public education, and reproductive rights and addressing the climate crisis." (arkansasadvocate.com)
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- "We also have things like the Affordable Insulin Now Act that came out in 2022. Steve Wolbach voted against which would have capped the price of insulin at $35 a month. We have over 300,000 Arkansans that have diabetes. Over 800,000 Arkansans have prediabetes. So this is a really serious issue, and things like that relieve the cost of health care overall to hard-working Americans and all kinds of Americans, any Americans." (www.youtube.com)
- "Amidst the border crisis, remember: Compassion knows no borders. Let's unite for human dignity - every story, every person matters." (x.com)
- "We are a nation of immigrants. It breaks my heart that so much of our current leadership ignores the humanity in the border crisis. These are PEOPLE. Let's work together to find solutions that work for us ALL." (x.com)
- "whats happening at the border is absolutely a crisis. Border town are overwhelmed, there's healthcare infrastructure that is being overwhelmed as well. I think we need to focus on the humanitarian issue as well. Now, Senator Langford out of Oklahoma, a very conservative Senator, put forth a bill that had a lot of bipartisan support but former President Trump called everyone and had them kill the bill so that he could continue to run on the issue and that's a huge issue. HR2 and some of the other ones that some of the other Republican members of Congress have supported are not feasible, and they know that. So we need bipartisan support to get this work done and we cannot forget the humanitarian piece of this issue." (www.youtube.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.
- You know, with whats happening in Ukraine, I absolutely support aid to Ukraine. I think it's an issue that's bigger than Russia and Ukraine. It's about democracy and that's something that's being threatened even here. We're seeing that happen right now. So, definitely support aid to Ukraine." (www.youtube.com)
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