Neil Patel

Strongly Agree

I believe every human life has inherent dignity and worth from conception until natural death. As a leader, I will work to protect the most vulnerable in our society and ensure that Ohio families have the support they need, including access to quality healthcare, strong community resources, and compassionate care at every stage of life. My commitment is to uphold policies that strengthen families and reflect the values of the people of Ohio.

Strongly Agree

Human embryos, including those created through artificial methods, represent the earliest stage of human life and deserve respect and protection. As a leader, I will support ethical standards that value life while also encouraging responsible medical innovation that serves Ohio families. We can advance science without compromising our commitment to human dignity.

Elective abortion should not be used as a routine form of birth control. I support strong protections for unborn life while recognizing that rare and serious circumstances, such as a direct threat to the life of the mother, require careful medical judgment. My focus is on strengthening support systems across Ohio so that women and families have real options, resources, and compassionate care that make abortion increasingly unnecessary.

Strongly Disagree

Taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund abortion providers. Public funding should prioritize comprehensive healthcare services that support women, children, and families across Ohio without subsidizing abortion. I support directing resources toward community health centers and programs that strengthen maternal care, preventive services, and family support

Strongly Agree

Federal law should be enforced as written. The Comstock Act exists to regulate the interstate distribution of abortion-inducing drugs, and upholding the rule of law is essential to protecting both public safety and the integrity of our legal system. As a leader, I will support consistent enforcement while ensuring Ohio families have access to responsible, ethical healthcare and clear legal standards.

Strongly Disagree

No individual or business should be forced by the government to violate sincerely held moral or religious beliefs. Protecting religious liberty is a foundational American principle. I will defend the constitutional rights of Ohioans while ensuring that our laws remain fair, clear, and respectful of both freedom of conscience and equal protection under the law.

To me, separation of church and state means the government cannot establish or favor a particular religion, and it cannot interfere with the free exercise of faith. It protects both religious liberty and individual conscience. As a leader, I will uphold this principle by ensuring government remains neutral in matters of faith while defending the right of Ohioans to live out their beliefs freely and without fear of discrimination.

B: The United States should selectively help countries working to grow democracy and resist tyranny. America must lead with strength and clarity, but not with reckless intervention. I support a foreign policy that protects our national interests, strengthens strategic alliances, deters aggression, and avoids unnecessary entanglements. Our priority must always be the safety, security, and prosperity of the American people.

Strongly Agree

The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber, intellectual property, and economic threats to the United States. I support a firm, strategic approach that strengthens our national defense, protects American innovation, secures supply chains, and counters unfair trade practices. We must defend our sovereignty and ensure Ohio workers and businesses can compete on a fair and secure global stage.

The United States’ relationship with Israel is vital to our national security and global stability. Israel is America’s strongest democratic ally in the Middle East and a key partner in intelligence, defense innovation, and counterterrorism. A strong alliance deters aggression from hostile regimes and terrorist organizations while promoting regional stability. Standing with Israel strengthens American security interests and upholds shared democratic values.

Strongly Agree

Radical Islamic terrorism remains a serious threat to the United States’ national security. We must remain vigilant in confronting extremist ideologies that promote violence against Americans and our allies. I support strong border security, robust intelligence operations, and a military posture that deters and defeats terrorist networks while protecting the safety and freedoms of the American people.

C: Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer funded programs are necessary. I will protect and strengthen these programs for seniors, people with disabilities, and vulnerable families while preserving private healthcare choice and competition. Expanding government run healthcare increases costs and reduces innovation. My focus is affordable, accessible, high quality care for Ohio families without expanding federal control.

Strongly Disagree

The government should not maintain centralized databases of individuals’ medical conditions beyond what is necessary for direct care and public health reporting. Protecting patient privacy and personal liberty is essential. I support using anonymized, aggregated data to inform policy decisions, but I will oppose efforts that compromise the confidentiality and security of Ohioans’ personal health information.

Strongly Agree

Free enterprise and private property rights are foundational to a strong and productive economy. When individuals are empowered to innovate, invest, and build businesses, communities across Ohio thrive. I will champion policies that protect economic freedom, support small businesses, and create opportunities for families to succeed and build generational prosperity.

Disagree

Ohio families and businesses are already feeling the pressure of rising costs and economic uncertainty. The solution is not higher taxes, but smarter fiscal leadership that grows the economy, expands opportunity, and lowers the burden on working families. I will fight for policies that encourage job creation, responsible spending, and a tax system that is fair, competitive, and supports long term prosperity for all Ohioans.

Strongly Agree

Fiscal responsibility is not optional, it is essential to America’s long term strength. Reckless spending drives inflation, burdens our children with debt, and weakens our economy. I will fight to rein in unnecessary federal spending, demand accountability in Washington, and protect taxpayer dollars so Ohio families can build a more secure and prosperous future.

My top priorities to eliminate government waste are: • Deploy responsible AI and data tools to detect fraud and streamline operations. • Conduct audits to eliminate duplication and outdated programs. • Implement performance-based budgeting tied to measurable results. • Consolidate overlapping services and modernize legacy systems to cut costs. • Strengthen transparency and oversight to protect every taxpayer dollar.

Lawful immigration strengthens America when it is orderly, merit based, and aligned with our national interests. Those who respect our laws, contribute skills needed in our economy, reunite with immediate family, or seek refuge through legal processes should be considered. We must secure the border, end illegal entry, and ensure immigration policies protect American workers, uphold public safety, and preserve our sovereignty.

Strongly Disagree

Sanctuary city policies undermine the rule of law and create confusion between local and federal authorities. Public safety must come first. I support cooperation between local law enforcement and federal agencies to ensure that immigration laws are enforced consistently and that communities across Ohio remain safe, secure, and governed by clear legal standards.

Strongly Agree

Education decisions are best made closest to students, parents, and local communities, not by federal bureaucrats in Washington. Returning authority to states and local school districts increases accountability, encourages innovation, and allows policies to reflect the needs and values of families. I support empowering Ohio communities to lead in education while ensuring high standards and strong outcomes for students.

Strongly Agree

Foreign governments should not influence or fund American education. Our schools and universities must remain focused on serving American students and protecting national interests. Allowing foreign funding creates risks to academic integrity, research security, and intellectual independence. I support full transparency and strong safeguards to ensure education in Ohio and across the nation remains free from foreign influence.

Strongly Agree

Protecting children from sexual exploitation online is a fundamental responsibility of government. We must strengthen enforcement against predators, hold technology companies accountable, and ensure parents have the tools and transparency needed to safeguard their children. Defending the safety and innocence of minors must always be a top priority.

The Second Amendment protects an individual’s right to keep and bear arms, and law-abiding citizens should not be punished for the actions of criminals. I support enforcing existing laws, strengthening background checks for prohibited individuals, improving mental health reporting, and ensuring violent offenders cannot obtain firearms. Our focus must be on stopping crime, not restricting the constitutional rights of responsible gun owners.

No. I have never been penalized for sexual misconduct in any civil or criminal court. I take personal integrity, accountability, and respect for others seriously. Throughout my career and public service, I have upheld the highest ethical standards and will continue to conduct myself with professionalism, responsibility, and respect for the law and the people I serve.

No. I have never been convicted of a felony. I respect the rule of law and take personal responsibility and integrity seriously. Throughout my career and public service, I have upheld high ethical standards and remained committed to transparency, accountability, and serving the people with honesty and professionalism.

Conservative

I believe in limited government, fiscal responsibility, strong national defense, protection of constitutional rights, religious liberty, and policies that strengthen families and local communities. My approach emphasizes economic freedom, secure borders, individual responsibility, and American sovereignty while ensuring opportunity and prosperity for Ohio families.

Strongly Agree

Children deserve protection, stability, and careful medical oversight. Decisions with permanent physical or psychological consequences should not be rushed during childhood. I support policies that prioritize parental involvement, evidence based care, and long term well being. Our responsibility is to protect minors from irreversible interventions while ensuring they receive compassionate, appropriate support.

Agree

Marriage is a foundational institution that has historically been recognized as the union of one man and one woman. While the legal definition has been addressed by the courts, I believe strong families are the cornerstone of a healthy society. My focus is on policies that strengthen families, support parents, and promote stability for children and communities across Ohio.

My spiritual beliefs are rooted in faith in God, personal responsibility, and the inherent dignity of every human life. I believe in servant leadership, integrity, and accountability. My values emphasize strong families, compassion for others, respect for individual liberty, and a commitment to truth. These principles guide my decisions and my dedication to serving the people of Ohio with humility and conviction.

Strongly Disagree

Free and fair elections require secure and verifiable processes. Requiring photo identification to vote is a reasonable safeguard that protects the integrity of our elections and ensures public confidence in the results. I support making identification accessible while maintaining clear standards that prevent fraud and protect every lawful vote in Ohio.

Strongly Agree

Women’s sports and private spaces were established to ensure fairness, safety, and equal opportunity. Biological differences matter in athletics and in certain protected spaces. I support policies that preserve competitive fairness, protect privacy, and ensure the safety of women and girls, while treating every individual with dignity and respect under the law.

Reliable baseload power like natural gas and nuclear is key for rising demand. I support an all of the above plan to strengthen the grid, expand U.S. production, and keep electricity affordable.