

Sheila Klinker
Democrat | Indiana
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Sheila Klinker
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 27
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
Purdue University, West Lafayette, BS, 1961
Purdue University, West Lafayette, MS, 1974
Purdue University, West Lafayette, MS, 1980
WORK & MILITARY
Lafayette School Corp., Teacher, 35 yrs
Purdue University, Outreach Liaison, 15 yrs
AFFILIATIONS
Indiana State Teachers Assoc., IPACE Committee, United Way
Labor Board Member, Hanna Community Center, Board Member
Lafayette Art Museum Foundation Board, Board Member, Lafayette Master Chorale
Board Member, Homestead Consulting, Board Member
Right Steps, Board Member, Wolf Park
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
IN State Representative, 38
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
LIBERAL (1)
Indiana AFL-CIO
OTHER (1)
National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Indiana
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Indiana Chamber of Commerce
Indiana State Teacher Association
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (4)
Democratic Women's Groups (2014)
Joe Donnelly (2018)
Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations (2018)
State Democratic Party Organizations (2017)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (4)
International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates) (2013)
International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (2010)
National Association Of Social Workers (2012)
Sheet Metal Workers International Association (2012)
OTHER INFORMATION
Voted No for House Roll Call Vote 1337 pro-life 2016 which was the final concurrence vote in the Indiana House on a pro-life bill from this session that banned abortion because of race, gender or disability and also mandated that abortion clinics must dispose of aborted babies through a relationship with a funeral home via either burial or cremation. Currently they are allowed to treat aborted baby bodies as "medical waste". Voted Yes for House Roll Call Vote HJR 3 to remove 2nd sentence of the Marriage Amendment 2014 which defined marriage as between one man and one woman. HJR 3 stripped the Marriage Amendment of its second sentence, which essentially killed the constitutional process. Voted Yes for SB 20 sexual orientation 2016 which is an amendment to a bill in the Indiana House that would have added special protections for "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" into state law.
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.
Neutral
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?
Sexual Assault
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.
Neutral
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.
Disagree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
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?
The state should not dictate or interfere in a person's religious beliefs
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Neutral
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I would work with hospitals, doctors, nurses and insurance companies to seek adequate funding.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Agree
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?
A Study on tax relief and exemptions in certain areas.
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.
Disagree
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.
Disagree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
I believe people who are married to US citizens and relatives who have family members here should be allowed to immigrate here.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Neutral
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I believe there should be background checks.
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.
Agree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
Stabilizing Educational Funding Veterans Funding for Education and Job Development Police Education and Mental Health Training
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, racism is a threat to domestic security due to anti-racist groups becoming more prevalent and divisive.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
No Answer
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?
Somewhat Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
Indiana State Chamber of Commerce endorsement
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Secondary and Post Secondary Degrees in Education and Administration, as well as, 38 years of experience as a State Representative.
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 have worked very hard during my legislative career to represent my constituents in all areas and especially working to meet the needs of our children and the disabled.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Agree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am an active Catholic who believes in God and Loving your neighbor as yourself and helping the poor.
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