

Drew MacEwen
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Drew MacEwen
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 35 - Pos. 2
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
Univ State of NY, Albany, Bach. of Science, 1997
WORK & MILITARY
US Navy, E-5, 6
AFFILIATIONS
St Davids, parishoner, Shelton Rotary
past board member, Shelton Chamber of Commerce, past president
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representative, 2013-present
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
Previous Races
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2017
70%, 79% (cum.)†
2019
77%, 78% (cum.)†
2017
|70%, 79% (cum.)†
2019
|77%, 78% (cum.)†
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
2019
D
2018
30%, 25% (cum.)†
2020
8%, 5% (cum.)†
2019
F
2019
|D
2018
|30%, 25% (cum.)†
2020
|8%, 5% (cum.)†
2019
|F
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (3)
Family Policy Institute of Washington Action
National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) Washington
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
LIBERAL (1)
Washington Education Association
OTHER (5)
Associated General Contractors of Washington Build PAC
Association of Washington Business
Mainstream Republicans of Washington
Thurston County Republican Party
Washington State Farm Bureau PAC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
numerous business and labor organizations
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (17)
Bill Bryant (2016)
Cathy Dahlquist (2014)
Drew Stokesbary (2014)
Every Republican is Crucial (2013)
Jan Angel (2013)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (20)
Andrew Barkis (2013)
Ann Rivers (2012)
Dan Griffey (2014)
Dave Hayes (2013)
Gun Owners Action - Florida (2016)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (7)
American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (2018)
Children's Campaign Fund (2020)
International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates) (2020)
International Fire Chiefs Association (2020)
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe (2014)
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.
Strongly 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?
If the life of the mother is in danger
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?
Under our state constitution the state operating budget is required to be balanced.
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?
That the government cannot establish a state mandated religion, nor can it prohibit the free practice of one.
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?
We need to continue to build out rural facilities, enact insurance reform to attract more business to this state which in turn drives down costs.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly 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?
As a state legislator I do not control federal immigration policy. We need to reform our system though to promote legal immigration.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian striving to live by God's word. I fall short, but am redeemed through the salvation of Jesus Christ.
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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
My voting record at www.leg.wa.gov
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
The electorate has chosen me since 2012 based on my track record
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?
I am happy to speak with you directly to further answer your questions and look forward to having your support!
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly 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?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
We need to enforce current laws.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Neutral
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Neutral
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
Education reform tax reform government accountability
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes racism is a threat as it undermines the fabric of our nation.
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