Nancy Franke
Republican | Indiana
Candidate Profile
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BIOGRAPHY
Name
Nancy Franke
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 69
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Concordia University, River Forest, IL, BA in Elementary Education, 1990
Concordia University, River Forest, IL, Director of Christian Education Certification, 2004
WORK & MILITARY
St. Peter's Lutheran School, Educator, 12
Seymour Community Schools, Interpreter/Home bound Instructor, 1
Zion Lutheran Church, Director of Christian Education, 8
AFFILIATIONS
LCMS Ministerial Health Commission, Committee member, Duke Energy-Purdue University Energy Academy
Advisory Board member, Indiana Farm Bureau, Member
Jackson County Drug Free Council, Board Member, Mission Team to India
Team Member, Concordia Publishing Houuse, VBS Curriculum Advisor
Clarity/Pregnancy Care Center of Southern Indiana, Long-time support and contributor, International Student Exchange Program
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Seymour Community School Board Trustee, 8 years
SCSC Trustee - Secretary, 4 years
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
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.
Did not answer
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.
Neutral
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Did not answer
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Did not answer
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Did not answer
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Did not answer
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
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People should be able to vote without photo identification.
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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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The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.
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Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Did not answer
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Did not answer
I support sanctuary cities.
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I support the death penalty.
Did not answer
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Did not answer
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Did not answer
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2010 Republican Primary, 2012 General Election, 2012 Republican Primary, 2014 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
My personal story on this issue can be found at the following link: http://www.nancy4me.com/issues.html
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
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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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
Did not answer
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
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How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Did not answer
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
A limited role.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
My values have always been rooted in hard work and service to others. I have taken those values as cornerstones of my faith, my family, and my service - celebrating more than 25 years of ministry as both a Director of Youth Ministry and as an educator. I have taken those values to the classroom as a teacher, as a trustee of the Seymour Community School Board, and as a legislative liaison with the Indiana School Board Association. I know my leadership abilities are able to move our communities forward. Where I have found limitations is because of what is happening outside our local level. To make a positive impact, a new voice needs to be represented at the state level.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
nancy@nancy4me.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Public service has been a part of my nature. It's not a career nor is it an opportunity to "climb the ladder of success." It is the integral calling of what good citizenship is all about. Our society is shaped and improved by citizens coming together with integrity, hard work, and putting others first. I believe through this, communities are strengthened. I am running for State Representative because I know through my values and leadership skills, I can work together with others on a different level to bring further strength to our local communities. I have a strong devotion to this area of southern Indiana and I want to be a voice for what the people of our great communities need.
