
Chris Chaffee
Republican | Maryland
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Chris Chaffee
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Senator
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
University of Maryland, College Park, 1987
Prince Georges Community College, Largo, 1982
WORK & MILITARY
Electrical Union, Electrical, 3
Test Electronics, Electronics, 1
Motorola Electronics
AFFILIATIONS
St. John Vianney Catholic Church, Volunteer in Pass Christian Mississippi
Calvert County Parks and Recreation, Volunteer Coach Soccer
St. John Vianney Catholic Churc, Coach Basketball
St. John Vianney, Volunteer worker for elderly
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
5th Congressional, 2014
U.S. Senate, 2016
U.S. Senate Maryland Republican Nominee, 2022
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
WinRed (2020); State Republican Party Organizations (2017)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
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.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
To save the life of the mother
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, keep the federal government out of it.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
It mean keep the government out of our places of worship
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Neutral
It is the job of business owners to be both responsible and respectful
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
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes, Israel is one of our greatest allies. As a Catholic it is where Christ was born. Having a strong alliance with Israel is good for all of us and is the pathway to peace.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
The US military has seen a decline in both recuruitment and retention because they are not confident that we as a country will support them and their families. They have no confidence in their Commander and Chief and feel they are being placed in harms way.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
All people should be required to have basic measels, mumps, rebella, chicken pox, tetanus, polio, hepatitis. These have been on the books and are tested. If someones religious beliefs prevent them from receiving them they should not be forced.
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.
B
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Get rid of the tax tax spend spend attitude coming out of Washington. Close the Borders. End the federal gas tax. Return America to energy independence. Stop the war on fossil fuels. Allow businesses to grow without government abuse of power.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Anyone who follows the pathway to citizenship according the immigration laws, and the laws of the United States. We are witnessing a flood of migrants at our southern border. The president has removed laws that are allowing our border to be overrun.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
We need to encourage our businesses to participate in community based mentor and community programs to keep kids interested in learning and off the streets.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
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?
Conservative
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To protect the United States from foreign invasion.
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.
Neutral
I personall believe it is between a man and a woman as I have been marrried for 39 years to my wife. However Marriage is between two people who love each other.
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
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Catholic and Christian and I live my life with spiritual awareness and respect. I believe we are all Gods children and we should work to be a more inclusive and kind to eachother. We need to reach out to our community and be mindful of the needs of our fellow humans. We need more kindness and less hostility in our lives and need to get back to the basics. Hard work, helping hands and community service.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
You are required to have and present Identification for everything you need in the United States. You should have to have a photo ID to vote with the exception of an eldery person who may not have a photo ID.
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Agree
I know this is present in our schools, businesses and government. I personally havent had this experience however I am aware of just how common it is.
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
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Neutral
All countries need to do equal amounts to improve the overall health of our planet. One nation cannot do enough we all need to do our part. It should not be a political action
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear, gas, coal, wind, solar hydro
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