Tom Heck
Republican | Nevada
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Tom Heck
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Senator
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
US Air Force Academy, USAFA, CO, BS, 1977
Goerge Washington University, Washington DC, Ed.S., 1991
Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA, MBA, 1999
WORK & MILITARY
US Air Force, LtCol, 22
AFFILIATIONS
American Public Works Association, Member, International City/County Mgn Associaton
Member, Society of American Military Engineers, Member
Association of Graduates, USAF, Member, University of Phoenix
Graduate Course Teacher, National Rifle Association, Member
Troy State University, Troy, AL, MPA, 1986, Fleur de Lis HOA
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
None
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
US Senate NV, 2016
Race
Previous Races
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Associated Builders and Contractors
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.
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly Agree
Additional regulations are needed to prevent climate change.
Strongly Disagree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
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
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly Agree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
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.
Strongly Agree
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?
Only in the cases of rape, incest or the risk of death to the mother.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
Defeat them in their homeland and destroy ISIS. Focus more offensive Cyber warfare on their Internet sites.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
That absolute power corrupts, absolutely!
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I was raised Roman Catholic and am a spiritual person. Be a strong truth teller. Be honest and direct. Help other when you can. Be friendly to whoever you encounter. Be kind to others.
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'm retire military. * I watch Fox News. * I believe in strict interpretation of the constitution for judges. * Ran as a Republican candidate for US Senate NV in 2016. * Worked on Sue Lowden's Republican campaign in 2010. * I believe in limited government and the necessity to continually work to get government out of our personal lives. * Member of the NRA. * Subscribed to the Wall Street Journal over the years. * Standing for the National Anthem. * Attend meetings for Republican Men's Club Reno and Mt Rose Republican Women's Club Reno.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
First, the government needs to turn this over to the free market similar to the auto insurance industry. Health insurance plans should be similar to auto insurance plans, for policy holders, allowing them to choose from liability to Cadillac coverage or a catastrophic plan to a Cadillac health care plan based on individual needs and budget. We must stop this one size fit all approach forced on us by government. America was founded on freedom of choice. We must allow health insurance to be sold across state lines and address tort reform to lower malpractice insurance costs and lawsuit. Consumers pay these cost in their premiums. Congress has finagled a way to avoid having to use ObamaCare. All law should apply to the US Congress as well.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Eliminating unnecessary and burdensome regulations. Continue to reduce taxes and pursue a flat tax. Further reduce taxes on businesses because "Businesses actually don't pay taxes, only people do." The government needs to encourage return of businesses from overseas. Typical solution for legislatures is to increase spending. We need to cut spending 10% a year for three years at all levels of government.
What changes should be made to the tax code?
I support a flat tax. Eliminate the taxes on businesses, it is just a pass through. What most voters don't know is that "Businesses don't pay taxes, only PEOPLE do." Legislatures love to tax businesses because most people don't understand that this is true and encourage taxing businesses. Tax on businesses are totally paid by those who purchase company's products or services.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
The key to bringing down unemployment is having a strong, growing economy.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
Eventually transition to a self-funded program.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Experience * U.S. Air Force Academy graduate. * 22 years on active duty retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. * Was Town Manager, General Services Director, & Public Works Director. * An engineering & planning consultant. * Ran the Logistics for the Reagan Ballistic Missile Test Site in Kwajalein Atoll. * 2016 candidate for US Senate NV. His efforts left those operations with improved outcomes & capabilities. Education: * B.S. degree from US Air Force Academy. * MPA in 1986 from Troy State University. * Ed.S. from George Washington University. * MBA from Pepperdine University. Tom has a passion for making a difference. Tom is a strong leader who is adept at truth-telling with military generals, members of congress, their staffers, City Councils, County Boards, and others. He is not afraid to challenge the status-quo & is a tough negotiator who is respected by those with whom he has worked.He is persistent and relentless in getting -- the right things done for the rig
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
tomheckforussenate@gmail.com; 775 393-0500 tomheck.org
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I am the "Only Electable Candidate!" See JMC Analytics Survey at tomheck.org/polling: Only 31% of likely Republican voters want Heller renominated; 51% want "Someone Else!" (see poll at tomheck.org/polling) I voted in every election since I was 18. The choice in this years election is clear. Do you want politician who tells you what you want to hear, talks one way and votes another...... ......or do you want someone who brings a systematic business approach, focusing on problem solving and common sense solutions to produce successful outcomes? I want to be YOUR VOICE for: • Common sense solutions and successful outcomes; • Truth-telling, at the expense of political correctness! • And doing only those things that make sense! To “Make America Great Again!”
