Joel Krause
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Joel Krause
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist.26
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Iowa State University, Ames, BS, 1981
WORK & MILITARY
Webb Electronics Inc/Coaches Video Ltd, President, 38
Honeywell, Sales, 4
Westinghouse, Sales, 3
AFFILIATIONS
Republican Party
Volunteer, Texas Republican Assembly, Vice President
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Vice President Texas Republican Assembly, 2
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Ames City Council, 1979
US Representative, 2014
US Representative, 2016
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)
National Federation of Republican Assemblies (2021)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2016)
Republican Women's Organizations (2016)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
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.
Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Rape, Incest, some medical conditions
Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?
No, from Constitution "...any powers that are not specifically given to the federal government, nor withheld from the states, are reserved to those respective states, or to the people at large."
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
The separation enables me the freedom to practice my religious beliefs without any interference from the US Government.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
This is why we have a separation between church and state.
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
B. We need to spread peace through military strength. We need to protect our borders, with military action if needed. That need is now. Terrorist activity needs to be acted upon swiftly and those countries that support terrorist activity need to be held accountable. We need to work to keep Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
I had a business in China and have traveled there many times. The government cannot be trusted, China does not have the values that we have. China has a long-term plan to dominate the world, we have no plan. We need to invest in Central and South America to reduce on dependence on Chinese goods. China has a plan to dominate AI technology, we must be the dominate player in AI. We need to be clear in our support of Taiwan. Right now we are seen as weak country, a country of little action.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes, Israel has several important Christian sites, and is located in section of the world where we need an ally. Israel is key to any Middle East strategy and has similar values. Israel is also a strong trading partner to help each of our economies.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
The values in America are changing. The idea of putting God, Values and Country ahead of individual's needs is deteriorating. People are more selfish than they once were.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Current immunizations requirements for public schools are ok. Privately owned business should be able to make their own decisions. Strongly against required "new" vaccinations.
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.
C. Truth, Accountability, Responsibility, people need to take responsibility for themselves.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Truth: All elected officials & federal employees need to be truthful. Known falsehoods should not be acted upon. Accountability: Stiff penalties are needed for elected officials and federal employees for acting on known falsehoods. Cut spending.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
Truth, Accountability, Responsibility, - all Americans need to take responsibility for themselves.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
With out Truth, Accountability and Responsibility money would be wasted and not service the issue.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Of course, military action must be taken to protect our border, a wall must be built. This illegal entry to our border must stop!!!
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
People that have skills to benefit the US economy and not proved a burden. People need to be vetted and yearly limits need to made.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Agree
I agree with voucher program, but this is not a long-term solution, we need to improve the public education system. We need to create a goal-oriented environment of hope, education and belonging. More activities are needed for all students to feel a sense of belonging.
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
Centralized Department of Education is not working. We need the states in control and more influence from parents.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None, we need to work on our values. In minutes we all could create an easy way to kill many.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
Where does it end?
ABOUT YOU
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?
Very Conservative
Truth, Accountability and Responsibility is what is lacking in our government today. With AI, these 3 are even more important. Elected officials and government employees need to be held accountable, this is our responsibility.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
This is outlined by our constitution. We need to follow this document even when it collides with some of personal beliefs.
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
VALUES
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Choose not to answer
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Truth, Accountability, Responsibility....people need to take responsibility for themselves.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in God and his teachings has set a standard of values to live by. I believe in the circle of life, where God, Values and Country are in the inner circle, these are the most important things. Outside that circle is me. I know if I put God, my values and my country ahead of my needs my life will be enriched.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Agree
The vote and accuracy of the vote is sacred to our democracy.
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
This is part of the constitution.
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
This has caused a great deal of division in our country. Truth, Accountability and Responsibility should be taught in schools.
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
Common sense needs to prevail. Truth, Accountability, Responsibility.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Agree
This is a global problem, we cannot weaken our country while China increases their strength due to the global warming threat.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear energy.
