
Claire H. Gustafson
Republican | New Jersey
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Claire H. Gustafson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Republican Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 1
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Marjorie Webster Women’s College, Washington DC, AA, 1971
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Parish Council/Fundraising/CYO coach, We Care For Kids
Organizer providing clothing for Children in need, Collingswood Board of Education, VP/ various committee chairs Curriculum/Student Activitie
Connolly School of the Holy Child Potomac Maryland, Board of Trustees, CCNJRW
Founder and current President Camden County Chapter, NJFRW, Board of Governors VP District 6 Camden Gloucester and Salem counties effective April302022
Collingswood NJ Historic Commission, Past Vice Chair current member, Collingswood NJ Planning Board of Adjustment/ Zoning
Current member, Camden County GOP, Executive Director
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
NJ State Senator Ed Durr
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (4)
Jack Ciattarelli (2021)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2021)
State Republican Party Organizations (2020)
WinRed (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (4)
Huck PAC (2022)
National Right to Life Committee (2022)
South Jersey United in Trust (2022)
WinRed (2020)
OTHER INFORMATION
This interview from 2022 shows her views on some issues, including education regarding sex-ed and CRT and the border.
This article from the 2022 election cycle includes views on abortion from a number of candidates, including Claire Gustafson.
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?
I am pro life. However Abortion up and through the time of birth is codified law in the state of NJ.
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. The Supreme Court overturned Row v. Wade. Abortion is a states rights issue
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Government can not control, spy, interfere, or tax religious institutions and shall not persecute individuals based on their religious beliefs. It’s a two way street. Government needs to stay out of our Religious freedoms and churches etc should pray for the health and safety of our government elected officials.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
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.
C
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 our strongest alliance in the Middle East. World peace is dependent on this relationship
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Weak and woke leadership.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None
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?
Energy independence is necessary to bring down inflation thus reducing the cost of goods and services allowing all Americans to keep and save more of their income. Opening up the pipelines would have an immediate effect on the cost of living expenses
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?
Choose not to answer
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?
Legal Immigration. Existing immigration laws need to be enforced. Boarder Patol and ICE agents
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
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Gun ownership is protected by the 2nd Amendment. Gun ownership does and should continue to require proper handling and professional instruction before licensing
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?
Very Conservative
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To keep us safe.
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.
Strongly Agree
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 believe in God and our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
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.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Disagree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
We need energy independence. More nucular power plants, drilling for gas and oil so Americans can enjoy reliable,cheap, clean energy.
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