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Gregory Whitten's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Gregory Whitten 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?

"Everyone should have the freedom and power to make decisions about their reproductive health without interference from the government. We know that women's circumstances are different, every pregnancy is unique, and decisions about abortion and birth control should be made by women and their doctors. These are extremely personal decisions that should be respected and valued." (whittenforaz.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

"We must protect Social Security and Medicare from attacks from politicians like Debbie Lesko, so theyâre solvent for tomorrow." (whittenforaz.com)
"From senior care to healthcare, Arizona seniors need access to the treatment and services they both deserve and have earned. We must protect Social Security and Medicare from attacks from the MAGA right, so theyâre solvent for tomorrow. We must continue to work to make prescription drugs more affordable, lower costs for all health care for seniors, and make sure these programs accurately reflect our populationâs changing needs." (whittenforaz.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

"We need to make sure Arizonans can get the tools and skills they need to participate fully in todayâs economy, which means robust workforce development and apprenticeship programs, access to affordable childcare, making sure women receive equal pay for equal work, allowing workers to be confident that their retirement will be secure even as they change jobs, and true tax reform that makes the very wealthy pay their fair share with tax cuts for middle and working classes as well as small businesses." (whittenforaz.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.

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

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.

Yes

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

Yes

"We need to raise teacher pay to retain and attract quality educators. We must expand CTE (career and technical education) programs, including making community college programs cost-free whenever possible. prioritize making all post-secondary education more affordable, including a targeted loan forgiveness program so students donât spend their lives burdened by debt." (whittenforaz.com)

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

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.

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Yes

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

Yes

"We must continue to work to make prescription drugs more affordable, lower costs for all health care for seniors, and make sure these programs accurately reflect our populationâs changing needs." (whittenforaz.com)

Yes

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

Yes

"The Southern Border is a National Crisis that cannot be fixed with a wall. It can be solved with comprehensive legislation that will stop the illegal importation of dangerous drugs like Fentanyl that are killing our youth. At the same time, reward immigrants who want to come to the U.S. legally. There also needs to be increased funding for Border Patrol to hire adequate staff to support the influx. Stronger relationships between the Department of Defense and Homeland Security for training, acquisition of technology, and security. The recent bipartisan piece of proposed legislation is a step in the right direction towards comprehensive immigration reform." (whittenforaz.com)

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

"The Southern Border is a National Crisis that cannot be fixed with a wall. It can be solved with comprehensive legislation that will stop the illegal importation of dangerous drugs like Fentanyl that are killing our youth. At the same time, reward immigrants who want to come to the U.S. legally. There also needs to be increased funding for Border Patrol to hire adequate staff to support the influx. Stronger relationships between the Department of Defense and Homeland Security for training, acquisition of technology, and security. The recent bipartisan piece of proposed legislation is a step in the right direction towards comprehensive immigration reform." (whittenforaz.com)

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

Unknown Position

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

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