

Larry G. Liston
Republican | Colorado
Candidate Profile*
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Larry G. Liston
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
State Senator, Dist. 10
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, CO, B.S., 1975
Univ. of Colo at Colo Springs, Colo. Springs
WORK & MILITARY
Royal Bank of Canada, Vice President of Investments, 1977-2008
AFFILIATIONS
American Red Cross, Board member 2000-2004, Rotary Club of Colo. Springs
Active member 1986- present, Rotary International, Paul Harris Fellow
Boy Scouts of America, Achieved rank of Eagle Scout, Colorado Republican Party
Vice Chairman from 2001-04, Pikes Peak Firearms Coalitions, Board member 2014-present
Pikes Peak Hwy Commission, 1996-2000
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representative HD-16, 2005-12
State Representative HD-16, 2017-2020
State Senator SD-10, 2021-Present
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (4)
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
Shane Sandridge
Colorado State Shooting Association
Terri Carver
LIBERAL (2)
Colorado Academy of Family Physicians
Colorado Dental Association
OTHER (8)
Colorado Medical Society PAC (COMPAC)
Colorado Chamber of Commerce
Amy Stephens
*Colorado Association of Realtors
Colorado Optometric Association
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (7)
Fraternal Order of Police
Colorado State Chamber of Commerce
Colorado Medical Society
Associated General Contractors of Colorado
National Federation of Independent Bussiness
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (54)
Jeffrey Hurd (2024)
John James (2024)
National Republican Senatorial Committee (2024)
Rebecca Keltie (2024)
Ron DeSantis (2024)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (33)
Rebecca Keltie (2024)
Stan VanderWerf (2024)
Dan Woog (2022)
Heidi Ganahl (2022)
Lang Sias (2022)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Kathleen Curry (2024)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)
Kathleen Curry (2024)
Joe Miklosi (2020)
Colorado Voters for Animals (2019)
Black Jack PAC (2018)
Committee for the American Dream (2010)
OTHER INFORMATION
Larry Liston completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024.
Received a rating of A from the National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Life and Health of the mother
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Neutral
More studies should probably be done in this area
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Our country was founded on property rights and we have the greatest economy in the world due to our free enterprise system
What is your position on the minimum wage?
There can be a certain level of minimum wage, but if it is too high, which it is in many areas like California, it is harmful and counter productive.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
None. in my opinion
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
HEALTHCARE
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
option C. Get the government out of most areas of healthcare
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
certain vaccinations for schools, but parental consent should be weighed in.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
China will be our biggest adversary over the next two decades
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Our relationship with the State of Israel is paramount. We should always stand with Israel!!!!
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Our southern border policy is a DISASTER. We should do all we can to screen immigrants and strengthen our borders.
EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
Strongly Agree
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Agree
I believe that marriage is between a man and a woman.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian who believes in Jesus Christ, GOD and the teachings in the Bible. I respect other religions and let people practice the religion of their choice.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
People should be able to provide a photo ID if they want to vote. A photo ID is required for virtually any other kind of travel or financial transaction.
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, I do not believe that racism is a threat to our country today. Only the people who are using race as a wedge issue who are trying to divide our country.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
Males should compete against males, and females against females in most all sports.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
Option C
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear Energy by far. Especially Small Modular reactors.
ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
NO !!!!!
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
NO !!!
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To provide the protection of its citizens from foreign powers and to allow the freedoms enumerated in the Bill of Rights and under our Constitution.
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Conservative
I consider my self to be a Conservative in the mold of Barry Goldwater, strong on National defense and a Conservative like Ronald Reagan, strong on issues like fiscal and social issues.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Agree
We need stronger police presence in our cities to deter crime. Social workers are not a deterrent to criminals.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
We have a multitude of laws on firearms to "protect" our citizens on the books already. Let's enforce the laws we already have before we take away our 2nd amendment rights.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
Yes, they should be allowed to do so if they are properly trained, which they can be. there are programs available to train school personnel on the proper use and safety of firearms for school protection.
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