

Paul Harris
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Paul Harris
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 17 - Pos. 2
Incumbent
Yes
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
2018
14%, 25% (cum.)†
2020
33%, 18% (cum.)†
2019
F
2019
F
2018
|14%, 25% (cum.)†
2020
|33%, 18% (cum.)†
2019
|F
2019
|F
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (2)
National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) Washington
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
LIBERAL (3)
SEIU 775
Washington Education Association
Washington Federation of State Employees AFSCME Council 28
OTHER (3)
Associated General Contractors of Washington Build PAC
Association of Washington Business
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 (11)
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 (2020)
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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