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Caroline Gleich's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Caroline Gleich 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.

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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.

Abortion and Reproductive Health: Do you support the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade?

"Caroline is a staunch supporter of the right to choose, advocating for decisions regarding abortion to be made between patients and their doctorsânot politicians. She is dedicated to holding state lawmakers accountable for potential overreach of government in matters of personal healthcare." (www.carolineforutah.com)
"Thatâs why, as Utahâs next Senator, Caroline will fiercely defend Utahnsâ reproductive freedom, including codifying Roe v. Wade into federal law and passing legislation to protect access to contraception." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Yes

Budget, Spending, and Taxes: Do you support expanding federal funding to support social safety net programs such as Social Security and Medicare?

Yes

"Caroline supports expanding Medicare, Medicaid, and VA health insurance programs to cover community-based, long-term care options to allow for services like home modifications, home meal delivery, adult day services, and hiring of family caregivers, passing federal paid family leave, and more." (www.carolineforutah.com)
"In the Senate, Caroline will always support policies that will increase access to affordable healthcare, including proposals to cap prescription drug prices, protect and build upon the Affordable Care Act, and support Medicare and Medicaid." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Unknown Position

Budget, Spending, and Taxes: Do you support a decrease in income taxes in order to balance the budget?

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Yes

Budget, Spending, and Taxes: Do you support a wealth tax in order to pay for public programs?

Yes

"Caroline believes that our economy thrives when we focus on supporting and strengthening middle class families. As Utahâs next senator, she would support leveling the playing field and making sure that giant corporations and the ultra-wealthy arenât paying a lower tax rate than teachers, nurses, and firefighters. She would also vote to raise the federal minimum wage and champion efforts to create good-paying jobs for American workers and invest in the economy of the future." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Unknown Position

Campaign Finance: Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations, unions, and individuals?

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Unknown Position

Crime & Public Safety: Do you support protecting government officials, including law enforcement officers, from personal liability in civil lawsuits concerning alleged misconduct?

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Unknown Position

Defense: Do you support increasing defense spending?

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Yes

Economy: Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth (e.g. grants, tax incentives)?

Yes

"Caroline is committed to fostering a resilient and thriving economy in Utah. Her focus includes supporting job creation, economic growth, and innovative solutions to address the evolving needs of the workforce. She aims to collaborate with businesses and policymakers to ensure a robust economic future for the state." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Yes

Economy: Do you support the federal government increasing funding for affordable housing programs?

Yes

"Caroline will support establishing a federal commission to study housing issues, including nationwide statistics on homelessness and housing affordability, creating federal tax incentives to support accessory dwelling units, creating federal tax credits to support first-time home buyers and incentivize construction of new affordable housing units, and more." (www.carolineforutah.com)
"Housing costs in Utah are some of the highest in the nation, eating up more and more of peoplesâ income and putting home ownership out of reach for many Utahns. Caroline supports federal efforts to bring down the price of housing, including providing incentives to support first-time home-buyers, so that every family has the opportunity to realize the American dream and has a safe, secure, and affordable place to live." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Unknown Position

Economy: Do you support the federal government taking action, beyond those of the Federal Reserve, to alleviate inflation?

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Unknown Position

Education: Do you support the forgiveness of federal student loan debt?

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Unknown Position

Elections: Do you support requiring a government-issued identification in order to vote at the polls?

Unknown Position

"In the Senate, Caroline will vote to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, implement congressional term limits, ban partisan gerrymandering nationwide, and keep the flame of American democracy alive for generations to come." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Yes

Energy & Environment: Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, geo-thermal)?

Yes

"Caroline is dedicated to robust environmental protection and a transition to a clean-energy future. She advocates for sustainable practices, clean energy initiatives, and the implementation of carbon capture technologies to ensure a healthier and more resilient environment for future generations." (www.carolineforutah.com)
"Recognizing the urgency of addressing climate change, Caroline supports the acceleration of Utah's transition to clean, renewable energy sources. Her focus includes promoting energy efficiency measures, encouraging the adoption of electric vehicles, and enhancing public transportation infrastructure." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Energy & Environment: Do you support the federal government allowing permits for drilling on public lands?

"Public lands represent our future and the future of the planet. Caroline supports legislation to set binding goals to reduce emissions, while giving land managers tools on how to reach them." (www.carolineforutah.com)
"Caroline is dedicated to robust environmental protection and a transition to a clean-energy future. She advocates for sustainable practices, clean energy initiatives, and the implementation of carbon capture technologies to ensure a healthier and more resilient environment for future generations." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Unknown Position

Guns: Do you generally support gun-control legislation (e.g. red flag laws, boyfriend loopholes)?

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Yes

Health Care: Do you support a government-run (e.g. single-payer) healthcare program, such as Medicare-for-All?

Yes

"Prioritizing the well-being of Utahns, Caroline advocates for comprehensive healthcare reform and increased access to mental health services. She believes in ensuring affordable and quality healthcare for all, addressing systemic issues, and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health." (www.carolineforutah.com)
"Caroline supports expanding Medicare, Medicaid, and VA health insurance programs to cover community-based, long-term care options to allow for services like home modifications, home meal delivery, adult day services, and hiring of family caregivers, passing federal paid family leave, and more." (www.carolineforutah.com)
"In the Senate, Caroline will always support policies that will increase access to affordable healthcare, including proposals to cap prescription drug prices, protect and build upon the Affordable Care Act, and support Medicare and Medicaid." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Yes

Health Care: Do you support expanding paid family AND/OR medical leave benefits (e.g. maternity leave)?

Yes

"Caroline supports expanding Medicare, Medicaid, and VA health insurance programs to cover community-based, long-term care options to allow for services like home modifications, home meal delivery, adult day services, and hiring of family caregivers, passing federal paid family leave, and more." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Yes

Health Care: Should the government be able to regulate the cost of prescription drugs?

Yes

"In the Senate, Caroline will always support policies that will increase access to affordable healthcare, including proposals to cap prescription drug prices, protect and build upon the Affordable Care Act, and support Medicare and Medicaid." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Unknown Position

Immigration: Do you support increasing security along the southern US border?

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Unknown Position

Immigration: Do you support requiring immigrants to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship, regardless of their immigration status?

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Unknown Position

National Security: Do you support economic intervention as a means of resolving international conflicts?

Unknown Position

"In the Senate, she will work to maintain Americaâs leadership on the world stage and will vote in the best interests of our national security to protect our country from threats overseas." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Unknown Position

National Security: Do you support the US providing increased offensive military aid to Ukraine?

Unknown Position

"America is a beacon of freedom and democracy to countries around the world, and we have a responsibility as a global leader to support those fighting for those same values overseas. Shaped by her own personal experiences, Caroline believes that our country is at its best when we stand strong in the face of authoritarianism and terrorism." (www.carolineforutah.com)

Yes

Technology and Communication: Do you generally support increased regulations on social media companies (e.g. Tik Tok, Facebook, etc.)?

Yes

"Recognizing the importance of privacy rights in the digital age, Caroline supports the implementation of a national privacy policy akin to the European GDPR. She aims to revise legislation such as the Patriot Act to enhance digital privacy protections." (www.carolineforutah.com)
"Caroline is that leader: she will bring critical expertise to protect Americansâ digital privacy, regulate artificial intelligence, address online threats to our national security, and safeguard against the monopolization of big tech. " (www.carolineforutah.com)

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