George Cicotte
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
George Cicotte
Party
Republican
Election Year
2014
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 4
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, J.D., 1995
U. of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, BA, 1989
WORK & MILITARY
The Cicotte Law Firm, LLC, Owner, 12+
Covington & Burling, LLP, Associate Attorney, 3
Littler Mendelson, LLC, Associate Attorney, 2.5
Deloitte, LLP, Tax Manager, 2
AFFILIATIONS
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Numerous leadership positions, Blue Mountain Council, BSA
Executive Committee & Board, United Way of Benton & Franlin Counties, Board
Republican Party, Donor, active participant
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
None
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
None
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (20)
Steve Keane
Sheriff
Benton County
Washington
Ozzie Knezovich
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
1. Free enterprise and the right to private property turn mankind's natural self interest into the fairest and most productive economic system there is, and are the key to national prosperity.
Strongly Agree
2. It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health care and a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
3. The United States must maintain a nuclear arsenal that is safe, reliable, modern and numerically superior to those of potential adversaries.
Strongly Agree
4. Government should enforce laws designed to protect the border and to prevent illegal entry of persons into the country.
Strongly Agree
5. The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) should be repealed by Congress.
Strongly Agree
6. Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
7. Marriage is a union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Agree
8. Efforts to bring Islamic law (shariah) to America do not pose a threat to our country and its Constitution.
Strongly Disagree
9. Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
10. Governments should pay to develop wind and solar energy solutions when these are not economically feasible.
Neutral
11. More restrictive gun control laws are needed now to protect public safety.
Disagree
12. The founders established pure democracy in the Constitution because they believed that it is the best form of government to ensure the safety and equitable treatment of all citizens.
Strongly Agree
13. People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
14. The federal government should establish nationwide standards (such as Common Core) for high-school graduation.
Strongly Disagree
15. What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers within the Constitution?
We have learned by sad experience that it is the nature and disposition of almost all men, as soon as they obtain political authority, to begin to exercise influence beyond that approved by the people. Thus, the carefully defined, separate and limited powers in our Constitution are designed to protect against mankind's tendency to exercise excessive dominion.
16. Briefly list three (3) political or legislative issues of most concern to you, and explain why each is important to you.
As contained in my Contract with Eastern Washington, I will focus on the following thee issues when elected: 1. Healthcare. Health care prices are increasing at an unsustainable pace, and Obamacare makes matters worse, not better. For 20 years I have helped employers provide healthcare, and I want to use my expertise to create a sustainable and workable solution for America. 2. Federal budget. $1.2 Trillion in new debt each year is outrageous. It is unethical to burden future generations with such tremendous debt. My legal expertise managing healthcare and retirement costs will allow me to achieve savings in the 50% (and rising) portion of the federal budget that is devoted to healthcare and retirement spending. 3. Defend the Constitution. The government has become lawless, and I have the courage and expertise to stand up and defend our rights as identified in the Constitution, for future generations.
17. Should abortion be allowed under extenuating circumstances? If so, what circumstances?
The only possible extenuating circumstances when abortion does not shock the conscience are where: 1. Pregnancy resulted from forcible rape or incest. 2. A competent physician determines that the life or health of the mother is in serious jeopardy. 3. A competent physician determines that the fetus has severe defects that will not allow the baby to survive beyond birth. Even these exceptions do not justify abortion automatically. Abortion is a most serious matter and should be considered only after the persons responsible have fully considered its consequences.
18. Based on the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, please arrange the following entities, starting with the highest source of authority, and continue the list in descending order of authority, skipping any that do not apply: Academia, Congress, Constitution, God, Industry, Media, Professional Sports, Supreme Court, Voters.
God Voters Constitution Congress Supreme Court
19. Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian who believes in the saving atonement of Jesus Christ provided by His grace. I believe that God exists, and that he answers prayers. I pray for guidance in my life, particularly where important decisions are required. In addition to prayer, I read the scriptures daily to maintain a solid level of personal spirituality. I attend church each week with my family, and I share my testimony of the Savior and His Gospel with my children and others on a regular basis.
