
Michael R. "Mike" Dickinson
Republican | Virginia
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Michael R. "Mike" Dickinson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2021
Election
Republican Primary
Race
House of Delegates, Dist. 68
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond,VA, BS Criminal justice, 2002
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond Virginia, MS Urban and regional planning, 2004
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond Virginia, PhD Public policy, 2007
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Richmond Crusade For Voters, Richmond Va Republican committee
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Richmond Va City Council, 2020
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Roger Stone
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
ActBlue (2014)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
ActBlue (2014)
OTHER INFORMATION
Party Primary and Local Election Voting History for Michael Robert Dickinson
- June 2020: Republican
- March 2020: Did not vote
- June 2019: Did not vote
- June 2018: Did not vote
- June 2017: Democratic
- Voted in 4 Democratic Primaries and 0 Republican Primaries 2008-2016
2021 Restore Virginia Now Candidate Survey
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
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
None
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly Agree
Socialism provides a robust foundation for a stable economy.
Strongly Disagree
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Lower the minimum wage or get the government out of the business of setting a wage to begin with- Let the free market determine what somebody makes
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Very little the government should stay out of the way of business
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or business owners because of their deeply held religious beliefs.
Strongly Agree
Governments should not penalize those who define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I would get government out of the way and let the healthcare market compete for customers on their own
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.
Strongly Agree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
EDUCATION
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Strongly Disagree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
Free speech is under attack on public university and college campuses.
Strongly Agree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Our founding fathers recognized that our freedoms are God-given not given by the government but given by God
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am very religious I am a member of the church of Latter Day Saints
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?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I think less government is best. I think our laws and nation need to revolve around our religious background. I think the constitution exists to restrain government
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have a PhD in public policy and I have been CEO of a business for over 15 years
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
+1 (804) 980-0220 Miked4rva@gmail.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Nope
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
Strongly Disagree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
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