Ava Pate

Republican | Texas

Candidate Profile

Leans Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Ava Pate


Party

Republican


Election Year

2018


Election

General


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist.18


Incumbent

No


Links

Ava Pate websites FacebookX

EDUCATION

Sam Rayburn High School, Pasadena, diploma, 84

WORK & MILITARY

(Candidate did not provide)

AFFILIATIONS

Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, Clean up, Parent Teacher League - OSL

Volunteer Co. & President, Band Booster, secretary

Church ministry, counseling

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

(Candidate did not provide)

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

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Race

Previous Races

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)

Republican Women's Organizations

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)

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

Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

If it is the only way to save the mothers life.


ECONOMY

It is the government’s responsibility to be sure 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

What role should government play in boosting the economy?

Less taxation and regulations. Fair and balanced trade.

What changes should be made to the tax code?

Flat Tax or Fair Tax, eliminate IRS

What is the best way to bring down unemployment?

Ensuring America is competitive with other world markets.

How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?

Protecting the benefits that individuals have paid in and only allowing those who have paid in to collect. For future generations we can go to an alternative plan, like a 401K and IRA's system, controlled by the individual and not the federal government.


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


HEALTHCARE

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

Strongly Disagree

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

I believe this is a state issue, the federal government should ensure that Insurance can be sold across state lines.


NATIONAL SECURITY

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

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

Strongly Agree

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

Strongly Disagree

I support sanctuary cities.

Strongly Disagree

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

Strongly Agree

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

Agree

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

I believe in a strong military presence. Continue to secure our borders. Fight terrorism overseas


EDUCATION

Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.

Disagree


VALUES

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

Strongly Agree

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

Disagree

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

Control. So that no "one" individual would have ultimate power, protecting the rights and privileges of United States citizens

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I believe in Jesus Christ and as a christian and a human being we are called to do what is just & right. Listen Honesty Respect Honor Loyalty


ABOUT YOU

I voted in these primaries and general elections:

2010 General Election, 2012 General Election, 2014 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary

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.

I believe we are One nation under God and we must continue to stay strong on protecting our country. We are a country of laws with law abiding citizens enjoying the freedoms given by God. We welcome immigrants, but there is legal process that we must adhere to, otherwise we become a lawless country.

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

What would qualify me is owning a small business for 15 years, listening, understanding and serving clients, making sure they had a good experience. I believe listening and communicating with people is key in a desired result. I can take this experience of work ethics, dedication and loyalty to serve the people of 18th District. My main goal would be to have people priority, looking for ways that would benefit us and our community. People inspire me and I would hope that I could be an inspiration to others.

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

ava@avapateforuscongress.com phone: 713-504-7186

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?

Yes, I am a hard worker, believe in integrity, honesty and being a person of excellence. My trust is in God and I believe it is within each and everyone of us to stay united and to stand up to injustice even when it's uncomfortable, that's what builds the character of America. God bless you and God bless America! Vote Ava Reynero Pate


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support the death penalty.

Neutral


2ND AMENDMENT

More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.

Strongly Disagree


OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES

Additional regulations are needed to prevent climate change.

Strongly Disagree

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

Strongly Disagree

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