
Tim Gildersleeve
No Party Preference | California
Candidate Profile
Moderate
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Tim Gildersleeve
Party
No Party Preference
Election Year
2016
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Senator
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
San Jose State University, San Jose, Business, 2002
De Anza College, Cupertino, Computer Information Systems, 1995
Cupertino High School, Cupertino, College Prep, 1979
WORK & MILITARY
MVTransportation, Paratransit Operator, 2007-Present
Veolia/ATC, Paratransit Operator, 2002-2007
Sverdrup Technology/Sterling Software, Computer Systems Technician, 1990-2001
Kirk's Restaurant, General Night Manager, 1980-1992
AFFILIATIONS
Love in the Name of Christ, Volunteer/Contributor, Valley Church
Volunteer/Contributor/Member, CityTeam Ministries, Contributor
Joni and Friends, Contributor, Bible League
Contributor, Youth for Christ, Contributor
Alzheimer's Association, Contributor, Pioneers
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
San Jose City Council D1, 2014
Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Congress should repeal the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).
Neutral
Congress should repeal the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).
Neutral
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Agree
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
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.
Strongly Disagree
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 Disagree
The U.S. military should wait for militant Islamic groups to directly threaten our national security on our shores, rather than eradicate them now wherever they may be worldwide.
No Answer
The U.S. military should wait for militant Islamic groups to directly threaten our national security on our shores, rather than eradicate them now wherever they may be worldwide.
No Answer
The United States must maintain a nuclear arsenal that is safe, reliable, modern and numerically superior to those of potential adversaries.
No Answer
The United States must maintain a nuclear arsenal that is safe, reliable, modern and numerically superior to those of potential adversaries.
No Answer
I support legislation such as the First Amendment Defense Act (FADA) that would prohibit discrimination against individuals, organizations and small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Disagree
I support legislation such as the First Amendment Defense Act (FADA) that would prohibit discrimination against individuals, organizations and small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Disagree
The federal government should establish Common Core as a nationwide academic standard for high school graduation.
Disagree
The federal government should establish Common Core as a nationwide academic standard for high school graduation.
Disagree
I oppose the resettlement of Syrian refugees into the U.S. without proper vetting.
Disagree
I oppose the resettlement of Syrian refugees into the U.S. without proper vetting.
Disagree
Current regulations on domestic oil exploration and drilling are more restrictive than are necessary.
Strongly Disagree
Current regulations on domestic oil exploration and drilling are more restrictive than are necessary.
Strongly Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health care and a livable income.
Neutral
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health care and a livable income.
Neutral
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
More restrictive gun control laws are needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
More restrictive gun control laws are needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
The founders established pure democracy in the Constitution because they believed that it is the best form of government to ensure the safety and equitable treatment of all citizens.
Neutral
The founders established pure democracy in the Constitution because they believed that it is the best form of government to ensure the safety and equitable treatment of all citizens.
Neutral
Free enterprise and the right to private property turn mankind's natural self-interest into the most productive economic system there is.
Neutral
Free enterprise and the right to private property turn mankind's natural self-interest into the most productive economic system there is.
Neutral
Governments should pay to develop wind and solar energy solutions until they are economically feasible.
Disagree
Governments should pay to develop wind and solar energy solutions until they are economically feasible.
Disagree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States.
Strongly 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.
Disagree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with public funds.
Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
Agree
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
Agree
Planned Parenthood should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Neutral
Planned Parenthood should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Neutral
Marijuana should be legalized and regulated like tobacco and alcohol.
Strongly Disagree
Marijuana should be legalized and regulated like tobacco and alcohol.
Strongly Disagree
Islamic law (Sharia) does not pose a threat to the United States and its Constitution.
Agree
Islamic law (Sharia) does not pose a threat to the United States and its Constitution.
Agree
Based on the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, please arrange the following entities, starting with the highest source of authority, and continue the list in descending order of authority, skipping any that do not apply: Academia, Congress, Constitution, God, Industry, Media, Professional Sports, Supreme Court, Voters.
1. King Jesus Christ (God), 2. Constitution, 3. Voters, 4. Congress, 5. Supreme Court, 6. Academia
Based on the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, please arrange the following entities, starting with the highest source of authority, and continue the list in descending order of authority, skipping any that do not apply: Academia, Congress, Constitution, God, Industry, Media, Professional Sports, Supreme Court, Voters.
1. King Jesus Christ (God), 2. Constitution, 3. Voters, 4. Congress, 5. Supreme Court, 6. Academia
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
The will of the people will determine whether abortion should be allowed or not. Therefore, pro-life people must be allowed to educate and teach the people the truth about life so the people may be persuaded to vote against abortion.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
The will of the people will determine whether abortion should be allowed or not. Therefore, pro-life people must be allowed to educate and teach the people the truth about life so the people may be persuaded to vote against abortion.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Original sin. Mankind is basically sinful and too much power given to an individual(s) will result in a corrupt government.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Original sin. Mankind is basically sinful and too much power given to an individual(s) will result in a corrupt government.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a follower of Jesus Christ who saved me from eternal damnation in hell. He deserves one's utmost allegiance. The Bible is the "constitution" of Christendom. My "establishment clause" is that I render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's and to King Jesus Christ those things that are King Jesus Christ's. On a personal basis, I make no decisions unless it comes from the Word of God.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a follower of Jesus Christ who saved me from eternal damnation in hell. He deserves one's utmost allegiance. The Bible is the "constitution" of Christendom. My "establishment clause" is that I render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's and to King Jesus Christ those things that are King Jesus Christ's. On a personal basis, I make no decisions unless it comes from the Word of God.
Considering all issues (social, economic, national security, etc.), which of these best describes you?
No Answer
Considering all issues (social, economic, national security, etc.), which of these best describes you?
No Answer
Please defend your answer to the previous question by referencing your publicly available track record.
I would recommend that people friend me on Facebook and they can look at my posts. I frequently post spiritual and political topics on my pages. I would say that I am socially conservative and economically liberal (in favor of helping the poor, elderly, and disabled).
Please defend your answer to the previous question by referencing your publicly available track record.
I would recommend that people friend me on Facebook and they can look at my posts. I frequently post spiritual and political topics on my pages. I would say that I am socially conservative and economically liberal (in favor of helping the poor, elderly, and disabled).
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you.
timg@alternativevoiceforamerica.org 1-408-915-8713
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you.
timg@alternativevoiceforamerica.org 1-408-915-8713
Additional comment from candidate:
Limited government is the "ideal". But because Christendom has become lukewarm in the United States, government has taken on much of the benevolence in the country. I will not hurt the most vulnerable by cutting government spending and throwing them out into the streets. It would be best if Christendom would reassert itself and lead the country through benevolence and the integrity of churches and individuals. Then we could limit government spending. Revival is our only hope.
Additional comment from candidate:
Limited government is the "ideal". But because Christendom has become lukewarm in the United States, government has taken on much of the benevolence in the country. I will not hurt the most vulnerable by cutting government spending and throwing them out into the streets. It would be best if Christendom would reassert itself and lead the country through benevolence and the integrity of churches and individuals. Then we could limit government spending. Revival is our only hope.
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