Brian T. Suojanen
Libertarian | Virginia
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Brian T. Suojanen
Party
Libertarian
Election Year
2015
Election
General
Race
House of Delegates, Dist. 87
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Kimball Union Academy, Meriden, NH, HS Diploma, 1992
Suffolk University, Boston, MA, BFA, 1997
Boston University, Boston, MA, Masters Certificate, 1999
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
Jhamtse International, Technologist, Libertarian Party of Loudoun County
Vice Chair
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
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OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
Religious freedom is our most foundational freedom and deserves added protection in our state and federal constitutions.
Neutral
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
No Answer
There are times when American judges should alter U.S. case law in order to comply with foreign case law.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property turn mankind's natural self interest into the fairest and most productive economic system there is, and are the key to national prosperity.
Strongly Agree
Congress should repeal the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).
Agree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with public funds.
Strongly Disagree
The more people live by Judeo-Christian values, the less government is needed.
No Answer
Government should enforce laws designed to protect the border and to prevent illegal entry into the country.
Neutral
More restrictive gun control laws are needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
Our state should participate in the nationwide Common Core standards for high-school graduation.
Strongly Disagree
The Ten Commandments should not be displayed in public school buildings.
Strongly Agree
Capital punishment should not be allowed for any reason.
Strongly Agree
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Mankind has a natural tendency to act in ones own self-interest, driven by self-preservation. Engaging in voluntary trade (or commerce) is one of the most peaceful forms of this tendency. On the other hand, when it comes to positions of authority, self-interest can lead to intentional and unintentional abuse of power. To prevent such abuse at the federal level, the three branches of government are subject to checks and balances.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Abortion - a deeply private matter - must remain legal and safe for all women leading up to fetal viability. I support restrictions on abortion after viability; exceptions include cases of rape and incest, and where the life of the mother is at risk.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I do not consider myself spiritual but, rather, philosophical. I generally value self-ownership, non-aggression, compassion and justice.
E-mail address for voters to reach you (for publication)
info@brianfordistrict87.com
