Ralph Abraham

Republican | Louisiana

Candidate Profile

Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Ralph Abraham


Party

Republican


Election Year

2018


Election

Primary


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist. 5


Incumbent

Yes


Links

Ralph Abraham websites FacebookX

EDUCATION

Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge

LSU School of Veterinary Medicine, Baton Rouge, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, 1980

LSU School of Medicine, Shreveport, Doctor of Medicine,, 1990

WORK & MILITARY

U.S. Army, Co C 2/20th Special Forces, 1st Lieutenant, 1986-1989

U.S. Coast Guard, Aircraft Commander

Civil Air Patrol, Mission Pilot

AFFILIATIONS

Pilots for Patients, Pilot, Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association

Member, Hospitals for Humanity — Medical Mission/Haiti, Volunteer

National Rifle Association, Member, Christian Emergency Relief Team - Afghanistan

Volunteer, Pilot/CFII, Certified Flight Instructor, 1980-Present

General Family Practitioner, 1995-Present, Mission Trip — Tanzania, Africa

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

None

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

None

Race

Previous Races

SCORECARDS

CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS

2017-18

100%


2015-16

100%, 100% (cum.)


2017-18

100%


2015-16

100%


2017

100%


2017-19

100%


2016

88%, 85% (cum.)


2016

B


2017

81%, 83% (cum.)


2015-16

73%


2018

59%, 71% (cum.)


2016

70%, 70% (cum.)


2017-18

67%, 67% (cum.)


2015

58%


2015-16

|

100%, 100% (cum.)



2015-16

|

100%


2017

|

100%


2017-19

|

100%


2016

|

88%, 85% (cum.)



2017

|

81%, 83% (cum.)


2015-16

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73%


2018

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59%, 71% (cum.)


2016

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70%, 70% (cum.)


2017-18

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67%, 67% (cum.)




LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS

ENDORSEMENTS

CONSERVATIVE (3)

Allen West Guardian Fund

Campaign for Working Families

National Right To Life

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (9)

Bruce Poliquin

Clay Higgins

Martha E. McSally

Martha Roby

Mimi Walters

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (30)

Acton PAC

Allen West Guardian Fund

Associated Builders and Contractors

Austin Scott

Badlands PAC


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (6)

Airline Pilots Association

American Maritime Officers

International Association of Masters, Mates, and Pilots

Marine Engineers Beneficial Association

National Air Traffic Controllers Association

OTHER INFORMATION

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Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.

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Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.

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It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.

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Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.

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Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.

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More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.

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Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.

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More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.

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Additional regulations are needed to prevent climate change.

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Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.

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Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.

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Additional regulations are needed to prevent climate change.

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Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.

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The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.

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The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.

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Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.

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Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.

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Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.

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Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.

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Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.

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People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."

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Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.

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I support sanctuary cities.

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People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."

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It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.

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I support sanctuary cities.

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I support the death penalty.

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It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.

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Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.

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I support the death penalty.

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The United States should protect its sovereignty from the United Nations.

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Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.

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

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The United States should protect its sovereignty from the United Nations.

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I voted in these elections:

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

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Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

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I voted in these elections:

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What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?

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Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

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What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?

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What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?

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Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

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What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?

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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?

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Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

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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?

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How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?

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What role should government play in boosting the economy?

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How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?

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What changes should be made to the tax code?

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What role should government play in boosting the economy?

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What is the best way to bring down unemployment?

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What changes should be made to the tax code?

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How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?

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What is the best way to bring down unemployment?

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

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How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?

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E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:

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

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