Evan Jenkins
Republican | West Virginia
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Evan Jenkins
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Senator
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
University of Florida, Gainesville, Bachelor of Science in business administration
Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, Birmingham, Juris Doctor
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Lily's Place, helped start, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Tri-State Area
board member and past-President, Boy Scouts of America, volunteer leader
American Red Cross, volunteer leader, First Presbyterian Church
member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
United States House of Representatives, 2015-present
West Virginia Senate, 2003-2015
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
National Republican Congressional Committee
State Republican Party Organizations
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (87)
American Legacy PAC
American Principles
Andrew Harris
Associated Builders and Contractors
Barry Loudermilk
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Nick Rahall
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (25)
Airline Pilots Association
American Federation of Government Employees
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations
American Postal Workers Union
Americans for the Arts
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
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
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
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
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
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
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
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
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
I support sanctuary cities.
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
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
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
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2010 Democratic Primary, 2012 General Election, 2012 Democratic Primary, 2014 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I am deeply committed to upholding the sanctity of life and protecting the unborn. I believe the right to life is the most basic of human rights. In Congress, I’ve voted to stop taxpayer funded abortions and fought to investigate Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers for the horrific practice of buying and selling the body parts of unborn babies. I’m also a proud cosponsor of the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, which is an important step in returning to the pro-life values that define us as Americans.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
For eight years, Washington turned a blind eye to the threat of radical Islamic terrorism, refusing to even call it by its name. Now, with President Trump, we are taking actions to halt the spread of radical Islamic terrorism and keep Americans safe. That includes extreme vetting of those wishing to come to our shores to ensure they are not coming here to spread hate and threaten the lives of Americans.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Our Founding Fathers were wise, thoughtful men who had just shed the bounds of tyranny in Europe. They knew that American democracy needed a system of checks and balances to ensure that power could not be concentrated too strongly in any one branch or individual. Thus, they created a system built on accountability, integrity and democracy – the exact opposite of British colonial rule.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian with a deeply seated belief that Jesus Christ is our Lord and Savior. I'm an elder in my church and have raised by my children in a loving, nurturing Christian home.
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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
National Right to Life Committee: 100% Planned Parenthood Action Fund: 0% Campaign for Working Families: 100% National Rifle Association: A National Federation of Independent Business: 100%
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I believe the relationship between doctors and patients must be protected and should not be tainted by bureaucrats. In Congress, I’ve voted multiple times to repeal and replace Obamacare with commonsense, patient-centered health reforms that focus on lowering costs, keeping Washington out of the doctor-patient relationship, and improving access to quality health care. Since the disastrous implementation of Obamacare, premiums have skyrocketed, jobs have been lost, and the price tag of the law has skyrocketed to more than $1 trillion. I’m also working to increase access to care in rural areas. That’s why I’ve cosponsored legislation to improve telehealth services and have voted for legislation to stop harmful cuts that would only hurt rural patients.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
I firmly believe that a good job solves a lot of problems. That’s why I cosponsored the RECLAIM Act to bring $1 billion in economic diversification funding to hard-hit coal communities; helped pass a highway bill that invests billions in the construction and repair of West Virginia’s infrastructure; and have worked to foster new growth industries such as tourism and high-tech research. And I’ve fought for the people of West Virginia by voting to deny Obama the authority to fast-track trade deals, such as TPP, that fail to protect good-paying Mountain State jobs from going overseas.
What changes should be made to the tax code?
I’ve seen firsthand the way that our tax code had strangled hard-working West Virginians and small businesses. It was overcomplicated. It didn’t encourage job creation, and it didn’t help working-class families. That’s why President Trump led the charge to reform our tax code, and I am proud to have personally worked with him to pass the historic Tax Cuts & Jobs Act. The new tax plan focuses on helping middle-class families so they can keep more of what they earn. West Virginians go to work every day to provide for their families, and they know best how to spend their money, not the government. The Tax Cuts & Job Plan also lowers taxes on our small businesses so they can grow and create more jobs, and we will encourage companies to invest in America. As your United States Senator, I’ll continue working with President Trump to cut taxes and grow our economy.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
The Obama administration’s policies have devastated our state and led directly to the loss of good-paying West Virginia jobs. In Congress I have fought against these excessive regulatory schemes and costly healthcare programs driven by the administration and D.C. bureaucrats. West Virginia families will always be my main priority. In Congress, I support job training programs to put unemployed West Virginians back to work. I’m focused on bringing a pro-growth agenda to Washington, one that will provide certainty to West Virginia businesses and create jobs for the hard-working families in the state.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
One of the best ways to shore up Social Security for future generations is to ensure more Americans are working. When more Americans are working, they’re earning a paycheck and also contributing to their retirement through their Social Security payments. We need to help grow our economy to create more good-paying jobs.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I was born and raised in the Mountain State. My wife, Elizabeth, and I have raised three children here, volunteer in our community and attend First Presbyterian Church. I know that West Virginia values are worth fighting for. I’ve served as a volunteer leader for the Boy Scouts, Red Cross, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and helped start Lily’s Place in Huntington to care for babies suffering from the drug crisis. I care deeply about the future of West Virginia. That’s why in 1994, I ran to serve in the West Virginia House of Delegates. I was elected and served three terms. In 2002, I was elected to the West Virginia Senate, serving until 2015. In 2014, I was elected to the United State House of Representatives and am currently serving in my second term. As the only candidate in the race who has supported Donald Trump since day one, I’m working side by side with President Trump to truly Make America and West Virginia Great Again.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
info@evanjenkins.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I am committed to working with President Trump to cut taxes, repeal and replace Obamacare, and reverse Obama’s job killing regulations to bring more jobs and opportunity to the Mountain State.
