Lauro A. Bustamante
Non-Partisan | Texas
Candidate Profile
Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Lauro A. Bustamante
Party
Non-Partisan
Election Year
2017
Election
Locals
Race
San Antonio City Council, Dist 1
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
University of Houston, Houston, Doctorate, 1979
University of Texas, Austin, B.S., 1975
San Antonio College, San Antonio, Associate, 1973
WORK & MILITARY
Edwards Aquifer Authority, Elected Director, 2010-2014
AFFILIATIONS
Edwards Aquifer Authority, Elected Director District 3 for 4 yrs, Megestic Theater
Volunteer, United States Karate Association, Black Belt
Candidate for San Antonio Mayor, Candidate 2009, San Antonio Advisory Committee
Member 2009, Boy Scout Troop 84, Committee Chair
League of United Latin American Citizens, Past President Council 4879, Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Edwards Aquifer Authority Director, 2010-2014
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Justice $th Court of Appeals, 2006
District State Judge, 2008
Race
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
State Democratic Party Organizations
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Do you support the proposed $850 million bond in its entirety?
No
The $850 million bond is broken into 6 propositions. Which one is most important to you? 1. Streets, bridges & Sidewalks - $446,263,000 2. Drainage & Flood - $138,988,000 3. Parks & Recreation - $187,313,000 4. Library & Cultural - $24,025,000 5. Public Safety Facilities – $34,411,000 6. Neighborhoods – $20 million
Public Safety Facilities, Neighborhoods Streets, bridges & Sidewalks -
Which of the above six propositions would you vote against? (list all that apply)
I would review and make changes as needed
Congress should repeal the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).
Strongly Disagree
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
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
The more people live by Judeo-Christian values, the less government is needed.
Strongly Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health care and a livable income.
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 Disagree
More restrictive gun control laws are needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Agree
Planned Parenthood should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Agree
Individuals should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on their "gender identity."
Agree
It is inappropriate for a local government to recognize the terms “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” and issue rules relating to an individual's beliefs about gender and sexuality.
Agree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
There should be strict enforcement of federal and state laws prohibiting the distribution of obscene pornography, including over the Internet.
Strongly Agree
I support tolling existing highways that have been previously un-tolled.
Strongly Disagree
Government should not discriminate against individuals, organizations, or business owners who affirm marriage as between one man and one woman.
Strongly Agree
Marijuana should be legalized and regulated like tobacco and alcohol.
Agree
Considering these issues (social, economic, education, transportation, water or sewer), which is the most critical to our city?
education
Please list up to six issues or projects that you feel need the most attention, in priority order.
Education Public Safety Public Health Care Jobs and the economy Transportation electrci cars and the hyperloop system Environmental protection Solar power Water Desalination
I own one or more firearms.
No Answer
I support the use of Collective Bargaining.
Agree
I believe the current City Manager should be replaced.
No
Did you contribute 10% or more of your gross income to charity last year?
No Answer
If you own a business, please describe.
I am a Lawyer and have a solo practice
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
We have a desire to be free, to worship, work, and prosper. Free from tyranny, Dictatorships and
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints. and their spiritual beliefs and values.
Phone number for voters to reach you:
219 777 7755
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
lb78213@yahoo.com
Additional comment from candidate:
Because of my love for San Antonio and after prayer and meditation I believe I have been called to serve the community. When elected I will work hard in serving the community and preserve, protect and defend the Constitution. I am an advocate for the safety, health and unity of the community. I advocate for Education, Internet, health care and jobs for everyone. I also advocate for a healthy environment, clean energy and transportation, specificity alternative energy sources such as wind and solar energy, Alternative water sources such as desalination, alternative transportation such as electric cars and buses, autopilot cars and buses, drones, and a hyperloop system.
