Marquette Greene-Scott's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)
On The Ballot: Running, Democratic for U.S. House (TX) - District 22
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Issue Positions
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- "This is a top priority of mine. Reproductive rights are fundamental aspects of human rights. Ensuring access to reproductive healthcare services, which include contraception, prenatal care, and safe abortion, is essential for womenâs health and well-being. Reproductive Rights is not just an abortion issue. It is about bodily autonomy. A woman should have the right to control what happens to her body. Being Pro-Choice does not equate to Anti-Life. Being Pro-Choice means that a woman has a right to choose and have access to safe and legal abortion services. The decision to end a pregnancy is not a decision that a woman enters lightly. And in the case of a medically necessary abortion, the woman and her doctor should make that decision, not the courts and not legislators." (marquettegreenescott.com)
- "The overturning of Roe v. Wade was the final straw for me. I felt helpless and violated. A right had been taken away from me. I now live in a time where my daughter has fewer rights than I did when I was her age. I decided that the days of women standing silently by while men make decisions over our reproductive rights are over. This is one of the reasons why I am running for Congress: to restore womenâs bodily autonomy." (marquettegreenescott.com)
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- "Furthermore, reducing the undue influence of money in politics by enacting stricter campaign finance laws is crucial to ensuring fair and transparent elections. By adopting these measures, we can work towards a more robust and inclusive democratic system." (marquettegreenescott.com)
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- "The American populace overwhelmingly supports policies to foster economic growth and reduce inequality. A staggering 79% of Americans endorse investing in infrastructure, recognizing its potential to create jobs and enhance the competitiveness of domestic businesses. This sentiment is echoed by 75% of adults who emphasize government initiativesâ importance in providing job training and skill development opportunities." (marquettegreenescott.com)
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- "Addressing inflation requires a multifaceted approach, including boosting supply through domestic production, expanding access to childcare to encourage labor force participation, promoting competition through anti-trust regulations, and carefully managing interest rates to achieve a "soft landing" without plunging into recession. As we navigate these challenges, we must balance curbing inflation and safeguarding economic stability and livelihoods." (marquettegreenescott.com)
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- "As an attorney, I have worked to protect voterâs rights. I volunteered for the Legal Rapid Response Network with the Lawyersâ Committee for Civil Rights and the AKA/NBA Election Protection. Additionally, Iâve volunteered as a poll watcher. My grandmother was born in 1905. She knew what it was like not to have the right to vote. As a little girl, I went with my mother to take my grandmother and her friends to vote. It didnât matter how cold or wet it was; they always voted. This left a lifelong impression on me and drives my advocacy." (marquettegreenescott.com)
- "To fortify our democracy, comprehensive policies at both national and state levels are imperative. This includes implementing measures to safeguard voting rights while upholding election integrity. Such policies entail establishing reasonable ID requirements that do not disproportionately impact specific demographics, simplifying voter registration processes, and expanding access to voting through initiatives like early voting, extended hours, and mail-in ballots." (marquettegreenescott.com)
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- "We must protect the Affordable Care Act. The ACA addresses health insurance coverage, health care costs, and preventive care. Three of the most important features of the ACA are 1) prohibiting insurance companies from denying coverage due to pre-existing conditions, 2) allowing young adults to stay on their parentâs insurance until age 26, and 3) expanding the Medicaid program. This has led to more people being covered by health insurance." (marquettegreenescott.com)
- "itâs crucial to safeguard the Affordable Care Act. We must ensure that every hardworking individual can access affordable coverage for themselves and their loved ones, especially during illness or crisis. Increasing subsidies can make a real difference in the lives of countless families, offering them peace of mind and the support they need to navigate difficult times with dignity and security. Iâm running for Congress to increase access to health care and protect the Affordable Care Act." (marquettegreenescott.com)
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- Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
- "Immigration reform centers on finding a balanced and comprehensive approach to addressing various aspects of the immigration system. As residents of a border state, we see the crisis firsthand. Border security must be a priority. But we must balance the need for effective border security with facilitating the flow of legal immigration. There must be a pathway to citizenship, and everyone should be treated with humanity and respect." (marquettegreenescott.com)
- "Striking a balance between the need for border security and compassion is crucial. We must invest in increased border security measures and resources to expedite immigration case processing. Itâs not about advocating for open borders but about treating those seeking refuge and opportunity with the dignity and respect they deserve. This approach allows us to uphold our values as a nation of compassion and opportunity." (marquettegreenescott.com)
- "Immigration reform centers on finding a balanced and comprehensive approach to addressing various aspects of the immigration system. As residents of a border state, we see the crisis firsthand. Border security must be a priority. But we must balance the need for effective border security with facilitating the flow of legal immigration. There must be a pathway to citizenship, and everyone should be treated with humanity and respect." (marquettegreenescott.com)
- "Striking a balance between the need for border security and compassion is crucial. We must invest in increased border security measures and resources to expedite immigration case processing. Itâs not about advocating for open borders but about treating those seeking refuge and opportunity with the dignity and respect they deserve. This approach allows us to uphold our values as a nation of compassion and opportunity." (marquettegreenescott.com)
- Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
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