Shak Hill
Republican | Virginia
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Shak Hill
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. House, Dist. 10
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Western New England University, Springfield, MBA-Finance, 1996
United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, MS, 1988
WORK & MILITARY
United States Air Force, Captain, 9
AFFILIATIONS
Department of Family and Children, Foster Parent to 46 Children (adopted 4), Knight of Columbus
Past Grand Knight, Veterans of Foreign War (VFW), Life Member
American Legion, Member, Family and Children Trust Fund
Appointed by VA Governor - Director, Sacred Heart School (Groton, CT), School Board President
Economic Development Board (Brevard, FL, Director, Area Agency on Aging
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
West Melbourne City Council, 1
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
United States Senate, Virginia, 2014
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (8)
Abby Johnson
Americans for Legal Immigration
Brent Bozell
Larry Pratt
National Association of Gun Rights PAC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Sebastian Gorka
Brent Bozell
Dr. Ron Paul
Abby Johnson (Pro Life Advocate "UnPlanned"
Gun Owners of America
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (5)
Corey Stewart
David Alan "Dave" Brat
Ken Cuccinelli
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations
State Republican Party Organizations
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Gun Owners of America
John Whitlock
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
I am in favor of construction of a wall and other necessary infrastructure on our border that gives complete control over entering and exiting the United States.
Strongly Agree
I am in favor of construction of a wall and other necessary infrastructure on our border that gives complete control over entering and exiting the United States.
Strongly Agree
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Strongly Agree
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Strongly Agree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Strongly Agree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Strongly Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Additional regulations are needed to prevent climate change.
Strongly Disagree
Additional regulations are needed to prevent climate change.
Strongly Disagree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
Strongly Agree
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
Strongly Disagree
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
Strongly Disagree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly Agree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.
Strongly Disagree
It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Agree
I support the death penalty.
Agree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
The United States should protect its sovereignty from the United Nations.
Strongly Agree
The United States should protect its sovereignty from the United Nations.
Strongly Agree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2010 Republican Primary, 2012 General Election, 2012 Republican Primary, 2014 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2010 Republican Primary, 2012 General Election, 2012 Republican Primary, 2014 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Life begins at conception. No direct means should ever be used to end that life. I am Pro-Life with zero exceptions and will fight and advance Pro-Life bills in Congress.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Life begins at conception. No direct means should ever be used to end that life. I am Pro-Life with zero exceptions and will fight and advance Pro-Life bills in Congress.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
First, recognize that it exists and the threat is real. Create a sustained education campaign to inform and warn citizens of the threat. Prohibit Sharia Law in the United States as it conflicts with the Constitution. Concentrate on results, such as security and the lives of innocent potential terror victims, and less on identity politics and the chance of offending someone. Call the enemy out for who they are and eradicate by every means necessary. President Trump is handling this problem very nicely. We should have a very strong military and we should project strength in order to secure peace. We should not let dictators and radical theocracies push us around and should be firm with them when needed. We also should support our allies like the nation of Israel.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
First, recognize that it exists and the threat is real. Create a sustained education campaign to inform and warn citizens of the threat. Prohibit Sharia Law in the United States as it conflicts with the Constitution. Concentrate on results, such as security and the lives of innocent potential terror victims, and less on identity politics and the chance of offending someone. Call the enemy out for who they are and eradicate by every means necessary. President Trump is handling this problem very nicely. We should have a very strong military and we should project strength in order to secure peace. We should not let dictators and radical theocracies push us around and should be firm with them when needed. We also should support our allies like the nation of Israel.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Men are not angels. Power corrupts. Therefore, limiting the authority of any one person or branch of government fosters checks and balances – which should prevent tyrants and protect the people. This is one of the reasons I strongly believe in repealing the 17th Amendment. I will work tirelessly to return power back to the states and the people when in Congress.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Men are not angels. Power corrupts. Therefore, limiting the authority of any one person or branch of government fosters checks and balances – which should prevent tyrants and protect the people. This is one of the reasons I strongly believe in repealing the 17th Amendment. I will work tirelessly to return power back to the states and the people when in Congress.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
All men are created equal. As a practicing Catholic, I believe in the Holy Trinity and teachings of the Bible. Man is a fallen creature and can only be saved through belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
All men are created equal. As a practicing Catholic, I believe in the Holy Trinity and teachings of the Bible. Man is a fallen creature and can only be saved through belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
www.ShakHill.com https://youtu.be/yT_Zvigwujw
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
www.ShakHill.com https://youtu.be/yT_Zvigwujw
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
First, get the federal government out of the delivery of medicine. Let market-based solutions work. Put insurance back to covering the unexpected loss based on proper underwriting of each person. A society is often judged by how it treated the most vulnerable within it. The federal government is not designed nor is it capable of caring for the citizen. It needs to be removed from such. I would repeal Obamacare completely. I would return the healthcare solutions to the states and the people and not regulate it or subsidize it at a Federal Level. It creates an added level of red tape, overhead, and bureaucracy that hurts doctors and patients.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
First, get the federal government out of the delivery of medicine. Let market-based solutions work. Put insurance back to covering the unexpected loss based on proper underwriting of each person. A society is often judged by how it treated the most vulnerable within it. The federal government is not designed nor is it capable of caring for the citizen. It needs to be removed from such. I would repeal Obamacare completely. I would return the healthcare solutions to the states and the people and not regulate it or subsidize it at a Federal Level. It creates an added level of red tape, overhead, and bureaucracy that hurts doctors and patients.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
The human spirit and ingenuity, along with the ability to create solutions to enhance the human condition far outweigh anything the government can do. In fact, the government doesn’t create anything. It doesn’t make anything. It never can. Therefore the role of the federal government is to provide for the common defense and then get out of the way. President Trump is eliminating regulations that have stifled innovation and has streamlined to some degree the tax code. This is a tremendous start. Additionally, the minds and attitudes of the citizen need to be realigned so they look to each other instead of the government for solutions. The way it was and needs to become!
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
The human spirit and ingenuity, along with the ability to create solutions to enhance the human condition far outweigh anything the government can do. In fact, the government doesn’t create anything. It doesn’t make anything. It never can. Therefore the role of the federal government is to provide for the common defense and then get out of the way. President Trump is eliminating regulations that have stifled innovation and has streamlined to some degree the tax code. This is a tremendous start. Additionally, the minds and attitudes of the citizen need to be realigned so they look to each other instead of the government for solutions. The way it was and needs to become!
What changes should be made to the tax code?
We should continue to reduce taxes in every area we are able so that the American people can have thriving families and businesses without worry of the government taking and interfering in all that they do. We also need to eventually reduce the income tax to zero, or repeal the 16th Amendment. The income tax is the worst form of taxation for a productive and free society. I would fund the government in other ways and would look at all options to eliminate the income tax. Another tax that needs to be eliminated is what is known as the Death Tax I am in favor of a Fair Tax.
What changes should be made to the tax code?
We should continue to reduce taxes in every area we are able so that the American people can have thriving families and businesses without worry of the government taking and interfering in all that they do. We also need to eventually reduce the income tax to zero, or repeal the 16th Amendment. The income tax is the worst form of taxation for a productive and free society. I would fund the government in other ways and would look at all options to eliminate the income tax. Another tax that needs to be eliminated is what is known as the Death Tax I am in favor of a Fair Tax.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Keep doing what President Trump is doing. Cut taxes. Improve our trade deals. Cut red tape and regulation. Get the government out of the way. We also need to massively cut spending, which is currently not happening in DC.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Keep doing what President Trump is doing. Cut taxes. Improve our trade deals. Cut red tape and regulation. Get the government out of the way. We also need to massively cut spending, which is currently not happening in DC.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
I would ensure that we meet our obligations to those who paid in, but would work to provide alternatives to the younger generations so that they can opt out of the system. Our social security system is broken and must be dealt with. If current benefits are paid in full, then the younger generation will either be strapped with higher taxes or greater debt. Neither is a solution for a prosperous nation.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
I would ensure that we meet our obligations to those who paid in, but would work to provide alternatives to the younger generations so that they can opt out of the system. Our social security system is broken and must be dealt with. If current benefits are paid in full, then the younger generation will either be strapped with higher taxes or greater debt. Neither is a solution for a prosperous nation.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
What education or experience qualifies anyone to hold office? Our founders specifically did not create a ‘litmus test’ or a list of qualifications to be a representative, but instead encouraged all to participate in the role of the federal government. A representative should be one who understands the genius of the experiment call the United States. That person should be prepared to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. And that person should swear an allegiance to the Constitution, and the limitations set forth within. As a graduate of the US Air Force Academy, I have already offered a blank check to this nation, up to and including my life. And as a combat pilot flying over enemy territory in the Gulf War, I have met that test. A Representative needs to be of the people. Not only have I fostered 46 children and adopted four, our family was awarded the prestigious 2013 Virginia Volunteer Family of the Year, presented by the governor himself.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
What education or experience qualifies anyone to hold office? Our founders specifically did not create a ‘litmus test’ or a list of qualifications to be a representative, but instead encouraged all to participate in the role of the federal government. A representative should be one who understands the genius of the experiment call the United States. That person should be prepared to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. And that person should swear an allegiance to the Constitution, and the limitations set forth within. As a graduate of the US Air Force Academy, I have already offered a blank check to this nation, up to and including my life. And as a combat pilot flying over enemy territory in the Gulf War, I have met that test. A Representative needs to be of the people. Not only have I fostered 46 children and adopted four, our family was awarded the prestigious 2013 Virginia Volunteer Family of the Year, presented by the governor himself.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
shak@teamshak.com 703-425-2554
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
shak@teamshak.com 703-425-2554
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Being in Congress is a privilege and an opportunity to serve the people It should never be a career path. Representatives should know of our Creators design for this country, and should work to forward that design, not be concerned about re-election. I will be a representative of the people and will swear an allegiance to the same.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Being in Congress is a privilege and an opportunity to serve the people It should never be a career path. Representatives should know of our Creators design for this country, and should work to forward that design, not be concerned about re-election. I will be a representative of the people and will swear an allegiance to the same.
