Paul Harris

Republican | Washington

Candidate Profile*

Leans Conservative

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Paul Harris


Party

Republican


Election Year

2020


Election

Primary


Race

State Rep., Dist. 17 - Pos. 2


Incumbent

Yes


Links

Paul Harris websites FacebookX

EDUCATION

BYU, Provo UT, Business, 1978

WORK & MILITARY

(Candidate did not provide)

AFFILIATIONS

Columbia River Mental Health, Board Member / current, Share

Board Member / current, Evergreen School Board, Board Memeber

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

State Legislator, 10

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

(Candidate did not provide)

Race

Previous Races

SCORECARDS

CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS

2017

70%, 79% (cum.)


2019

77%, 77% (cum.)

2017

|

70%, 79% (cum.)


2019

|

77%, 77% (cum.)



LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS

ENDORSEMENTS*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
LIBERAL (3)

SEIU 775

Washington Education Association

Washington Federation of State Employees AFSCME Council 28

OTHER (2)

Associated General Contractors of Washington Build PAC

*Washington State Farm Bureau PAC

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (6)

Brandon Vick (2014)

Jaime Herrera Beutler (2018)

Kim Wyman (2016)

Liz Pike (2012)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2019)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (10)

Ann Rivers (2012)

CMR PAC (2010)

Gun Owners Action League of Washington (2016)

Jerry Oliver (2012)

Larry Hoff (2018)


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (9)

American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (2018)

Children's Campaign Fund (2018)

International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates) (2012)

International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (2016)

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe (2016)

OTHER INFORMATION

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.

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?

The life of the mother, rape and incest


ECONOMY

It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.

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?

In our State we must have a balanced budget. I will continue to control spending


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?

Did not answer


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?

Did not answer


NATIONAL SECURITY

The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.

Agree


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.

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.

Agree

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

State elected office does not deal with this isse


EDUCATION

Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.

Agree


VALUES

Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.

Agree

I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.

No Answer

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I believe the Jesus Christ is my savior and redeemer. That only thru him can I be saved.


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?

Somewhat Conservative

Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.

I have a ten year voting record on many issues

What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?

I have been a State legislator for 10years. School Board member 10 years Own and ran my own business 13 years

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?

As a State Representative it is my job to listen to everyone and then make an informed decision based on current or our ever changing environment. Covid19 is a great example. The balance of personal freedom and public health.


JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY

I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.

Disagree


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.

Agree


2ND AMENDMENT

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

No Answer

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

mental stability and prior felony crimes


OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Disagree

I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.

Neutral

The Electoral College should be abolished.

Disagree

In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?

Balance BUDGET Public Health funding On line education for all be available

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

Did not answer

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