Barbara Kirkmeyer
Republican | Colorado
Candidate Profile
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BIOGRAPHY
Name
Barbara Kirkmeyer
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Senate, Dist. 23
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Univerisity of Coloraldo, Boulder, BS, 1980
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Weld County Republican Party, Precinct Committee Chair- 28 years, Northwest United Federal Credit Union
Catholic credit union member 61years; Chair of Boa, Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, member- 30 years
Boys and Girls Club, Board member 6yrs, South Platte Valley Historical Society
Board President, Colorado Counties Inc, Treasurer of Board
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Weld County Commissioner, 1993-2000
Weld County Commissioner, 2009- present
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
OTHER (3)
Colorado Chamber of Commerce
Dale Hall
National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Colorado
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Weld Co.Sheriff Steve Reams
Larimer Co Sheriff Justin Smith
Weld Co Commissioner Scott James
Larimer Co Commissioner Tom Donnelly
Former Broomfield Mayor Randy Ahrens
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (4)
Bob Beauprez (2006)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
Lori Saine (2017)
Republican Women's Organizations (2009)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Black Jack PAC (2017)
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
I support the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, which requires health care providers to provide life-saving treatment for infants who survive an attempted abortion.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I don't believe in abortion
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
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.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
Yes
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Separation of church and state means the government should stay out of churches’ business. We celebrate freedom of religion, not freedom from religion. Our First Amendment protects churches’ right of assembly and protects individuals’ freedom of expression. I am deeply troubled by the increasing number of politicians on the left who work to punish churches and individuals with whom they disagree.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I will promote market-based solutions for health care. Insurance should be portable, so one can easily take it from job to job, we need to reduce the number of mandates on insurance policies, and we need medical malpractice reform, to minimize defensive medicine. A safety net (Medicaid) is a necessity, but we should measure its success by how few need it, not by how many are on it.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
The state government’s core responsibilities include law enforcement, criminal justice, transportation and education. I support a limited safety net. Liberals increasingly want to fund expansive programs that have nothing to do with these core responsibilities. I strongly support reining in the Medicaid budget, making sure education dollars actually get to the classroom, and minimizing government intervention in the economy.
IMMIGRATION
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
State and federal funds should be denied to any public or private entity, including but not limited to sanctuary cities, that are not in compliance with immigration laws.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Foreigners who follow the law and go through the process should be allowed to immigrate to the United States. I favor an orderly immigration system and we must oppose policies designed to advantage illegal immigrants, such as sanctuary city policies
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I oppose restrictions on gun ownership and will work to repeal the magazine limit and unconstitutional “red flag” law.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Neutral
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
1. Given the current situation we are in with COVID 19 and the State Declared Emergency, I will work to curtail Executive powers that are not in line with the Constitution. And ensure a check and balance between executive and legislative branches; and between State and County governments. 2. Legislation that requires an Independent Oil and Gas Conservation Commission and promotes responsible energy development in our state. 3. Repeal the unconstitutional " Red Flag" law
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism exists, but thankfully it is rare in this day and age
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
ABOUT YOU
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.
My record as a Weld County Commissioner speaks for itself. I have promoted the free market, limited government, and traditional values and have opposed the socialist agenda of Governor Jared Polis every step of the way.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
• Weld County Commissioner for 20 years. Lead my county to be the only county with No Debt, No county sales tax and lowered taxes • Cabinet member to Governor Bill Owens. During my time working for Gov Owens responsible for cutting the departments budget to manage thru the challenges the State faced after 9/11 and the statewide drought. • Emergency Management Director for Governor Owens. Oversaw the State's response to Hurricane Katrina. • Successful small businesswoman for 15 years • Dairy Farmer/ Farmer over 27 years • Mom/ Grandmother • Graduated from the University of Colorado with a Bachelor of Science degree and a teaching certificate.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
My goal as your State Senator is to hold Jared Polis accountable. I will work to block liberal policies in the legislature every step of the way, not just by voting no, but by articulating compelling and convincing arguments that expose the fallacies of their thinking. **Answer #4- I believe marriage should be defined by the Church not Government.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian and believe Jesus Christ is our savior.
