Larry G. Liston

Republican | Colorado

Candidate Profile*

Leans Conservative

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Larry G. Liston


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

General


Race

State Senator, Dist. 10


Incumbent

Yes


Links

Larry G. Liston websites FacebookXYouTubeLinkedIn

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*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
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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