Vicki Kraft
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Verified Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Vicki Kraft
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 17 - Pos. 1
Incumbent
Yes
Links
EDUCATION
Michigan State University, East Lansing, B.A. - Advertising, 1991
H.H. Dow High School, Midland, H.S. Diploma, 1987
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Boys and Girls Club, Volunteer, Clark County Veterans Assistance Center
Contributor, Salvation Army, Contributor
Teach One to Lead One, Contribtor, Evergreen Bible Church
Member, Clark County Republican Party, 17th Legislative District Chairman
Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representative, 17th Legislative District, 2
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (1)
Associated General Contractors of Washington
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Rep. Liz Pike
Rep. Paul Harris
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (5)
J.T Wilcox
Jaime Herrera Beutler
Liz Pike
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations
Lynda Wilson
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (3)
Liz Pike
Lynda Wilson
Michelle Caldier
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 necessary infrastructure on our border that maximizes the ability to control 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 a relationship between one man and one woman.
Strongly Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
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.
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
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Strongly Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
Parents should have the right to opt their children out of classes as they see fit.
Agree
The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.
Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly Agree
Government should compel businesses and schools to allow access in all cases based on “gender identity.”
Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Neutral
Commercial surrogacy should be legal.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly Agree
Individual rights come from government.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
When the mother's life is at risk.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The example of the Trinity and the truth that God gave every person free will - which means He gave us freedom. God doesn't force us or use oppressive force to make people follow Him or do His will, thus setting a strong example of the need for limited government so it doesn't become oppressive or force its will over the people either.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I have accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior to redeem me from my sins and guarantee my eternal salvation with God the Father in Heaven. John 14:6
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.
Additional details can be found at VickiKraft.com Legislative bills sponsored and voting record can be viewed at www.leg.wa.gov
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Reducing taxes and regulations on our businesses will attract more businesses to our state, help them grow and create new jobs which will make more opportunities available for people to work and lower unemployment. We also need to make sure students are truly learning and achieving in school. We need to improve our high school graduation rates and ensure kids are properly prepared whether they want to go on and get a 4 or 2-year degree or pursue a Career and Technical Education path – either provides an important foundation to help young people pursue a career and avoid post graduate unemployment or underemployment.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
The more we let the free market and competition loose in our healthcare system again – including offering access to plans across state lines – it opens up more options for consumers, provides more supply/access to plans and doctors, and lowers costs for employers and employees.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Reducing taxes and regulations on our businesses will attract more businesses to our state, help them grow, and create new jobs – which helps families, individuals and our business community. This will boost and strengthen our economy short and long-term.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
This past decade while working with Dell and in the technology sector, I worked with state agencies and school districts across Washington. I’ve seen firsthand what’s working and what isn’t in state government. I will continue working to enact meaningful reform which promotes accountability and fiscal responsibility in state government. Serving as the current State Representative for the 17th Legislative District and previously when elected as the Chairman of the 17th Legislative District for the Clark County Republican Party in 2014, I actively worked to learn about the concerns of the citizens I serve. I've hosted educational forums for our District’s citizens including a Legislative Day in Olympia for this purpose. I will never forget that I work for the citizens who sent me to represent them in Olympia.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
Vicki@VickiKraft.com Phone: 360.335.5387
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I appreciate the opportunity to serve the citizens. For those in the 17th Legislative District, I ask for your consideration and vote. Thank you.
