

Duncan Hunter
Republican | California
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Duncan Hunter
Party
Republican
Election Year
2016
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 50
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
San Diego State University, San Diego, Business Administration, 2001
Granite Hills Hight School, El Cajon
WORK & MILITARY
U.S. Marine Corps, 2001 - 2005
U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, Captain; Major, 2006-2012
AFFILIATIONS
National Rifle Association, Sportsman Caucus
Armed Forces Foundation
Skyline Church
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
U.S. Congressman, 8yrs
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2015-16
100%
2013-14
96%
2014
88%, 93%†
2015-16
87%
2015-16
100%, 85%†
2015
83%
2016
67%, 79%†
2015
71%, 78%†
2015-16
71%, 70%†
2015
67%
2015-16
|100%
2013-14
|96%
2014
|88%, 93%†
2015-16
|87%
2015-16
|100%, 85%†
2015
|83%
2016
|67%, 79%†
2015
|71%, 78%†
2015-16
|71%, 70%†
2015
|67%
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
2015
25%, 18%†
2013
0%, 7%†
2014
5%
2015-16
0%
2015-16
0%
2015
0%
2014
|5%
2015-16
|0%
2015-16
|0%
2015
|0%
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (5)
Americans for Legal Immigration
California Pro Life Council
Eagle Forum PAC
Government is Not God PAC
National Rifle Association
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
San Diego County Republican Party
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (51)
Adam Kinzinger
Alan Nunnelee
Allen West
Andrew 'Andy' Tobin
Barbara Comstock
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (72)
American Success PAC
Associated Builders and Contractors
Brian Bilbray
Buckeye Liberty PAC
Buckeye Patriot PAC
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
Carl DeMaio
Jeff Gorell
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (13)
Airline Pilots Association
American Maritime Officers
International Association of Firefighters
International Association of Masters, Mates, and Pilots
International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Congress should repeal the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).
Strongly Agree
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
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
The U.S. military should wait for militant Islamic groups to directly threaten our national security on our shores, rather than eradicate them now wherever they may be worldwide.
Strongly Disagree
The United States must maintain a nuclear arsenal that is safe, reliable, modern and numerically superior to those of potential adversaries.
Strongly Agree
I support legislation such as the First Amendment Defense Act (FADA) that would prohibit discrimination against individuals, organizations and small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Strongly Agree
The federal government should establish Common Core as a nationwide academic standard for high school graduation.
Strongly Disagree
I oppose the resettlement of Syrian refugees into the U.S. without proper vetting.
Strongly Agree
Current regulations on domestic oil exploration and drilling are more restrictive than are necessary.
Strongly Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health care and a livable income.
Disagree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
More restrictive gun control laws are needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
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
Free enterprise and the right to private property turn mankind's natural self-interest into the most productive economic system there is.
Strongly Agree
Governments should pay to develop wind and solar energy solutions until they are economically feasible.
Disagree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States.
Strongly Agree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with public funds.
Agree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
Agree
Planned Parenthood should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
Marijuana should be legalized and regulated like tobacco and alcohol.
Disagree
Islamic law (Sharia) does not pose a threat to the United States and its Constitution.
Strongly Disagree
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, Constitution, Voters, Congress, Supreme Court,
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I support exceptions for rape, incest, life of mother
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The tendency to obtain/expand authority and utilize government to pursue self interests that don't reflect the will of the people or the public interest.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in God, and upholding strong principles and values. I'm a proud husband and father, and take great pride in my family and take very seriously my obligation to raise my children with the highest values and appreciation for others. I also believe strongly in public service, including service to the nation in the U.S. military. I served in the Marine Corps and view my role in Congress as a continuation of service in support of America and in defense of the Constitution.
Considering all issues (social, economic, national security, etc.), which of these best describes you?
Very Conservative
Please defend your answer to the previous question by referencing your publicly available track record.
My voting record is consistent. I support free markets, protecting American sovereignty (at home and oveseas), limited government and a strong national defense. I support personal empowerment, enhancing personal opportunity and allowing hard working Americans and their families to keep more of the money they earn.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you.
www.hunterforcongress.org
Additional comment from candidate:
no answer
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