Janice Arnold-Jones
Republican | New Mexico
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Janice Arnold-Jones
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 1
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, BA, 1974
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
PEO, Chapter AM, Member, District 7 Coalition of Neighborhood Associations
President 2014-2017, Secretary, member since 1995, Sandia High School Neighborhood Associatione, District 7 Representative
Bible Study Fellowship International, FL & NM, member, American Youth Soccer Organization Region 104
Chief Coach, Foundation for Open Government, Board Member
NM Poison and Drug Info Ctr Foundation, President, Board Member, RPNM and BCGOP
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Albuquerque City Council, 2013
NM State House of Representatives, 2003-2011
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
US Congress, 2012
Governor, 2010
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Abortion Free New Mexico
Family Policy Alliance of New Mexico
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
State Republican Party Organizations
Steve Pearce
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (8)
Associated Builders and Contractors
Maggie's List
National Federation of Independent Business
National Right to Life Committee
Ralph Hall
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.
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.
Strongly Agree
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
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.
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.
Disagree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
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.
Neutral
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?
When the life of the mother is in danger and the mother has other young children.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
Differentiate between Islamic terrorists and Muslims. Not all Muslims are terrorists, however most terrorists, so far, are Muslim. I believe that the Jihadists have perverted the Muslim faith. Aggressively surveil, share and act upon information with allies.Impose sanctions against nations funding and sheltering jihadist groups.Ensure that governments exist and that they treat their constituents humanely. Provide food and water to people living in unstable countries. Honor the Constitution and the concept of freedom of Religion. Outside of mosques and homes, our Constitution must be observed by all. “No go zones” must be eliminated. Sharia courts should have no legal or official recognition. Any acts authorized by Sharia that are “illegal” will be treated as “illegal”. Improve and act upon analytics from no-fly lists, FBI reports, police reports and social media.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Humans sin. We are subject to deceit, envy, greed, and the desire for power. I believe the founders were not only well read and educated, they were divinely inspired, taking into consideration the weakness of man. They recognized that rights and liberty are granted by the Creator and that the best government is derived from the consent of the governed. The result is a government that is a timeless Republic, operating within three coequal branches that have separate and discrete powers.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
The Nicene Creed is a good summation of my beliefs, the Commandments are a guide to my daily behavior, the Bible is divinely inspired and the true Word of God, recognition that daily I fall short, fall into sin, and am saved through my faith in God and Jesus.
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.
Voting record in the New Mexico House of Representatives 2003-2011; nmlegis.gov/former legislators. New Mexico In Focus PBS news program 2014-2017; newmexicopbs.org/the Line google: Janice Arnold-Jones, Albuquerque, NM
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Change to variable level catastrophic insurance policies. Allow insurance to be sold across State lines. Eliminate “networks” and worker comp policies by requiring all insurance to be accepted everywhere. Require hospitals to post actual costs. Eliminate all statements labeled “This is Not A Bill”. Require minimal sliding scale payments for everything. Establish “no show” rules for Medicaid patients. Require pharmaceuticals sold world-wide be available at a similar cost in the United States. Remove medical care rules from the TAX CODE. (There is so much more.) At the VA – end the process of “Deny, deny, deny until they die”.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Keep licensing, permitting and inspections to a bare minimum so there is an economy. Create a level playing field for all participants. Reduce or eliminate unnecessary reports. Simplify government RFPs. Stop picking winners and losers.
What changes should be made to the tax code?
Simplify, simplify. Having served on the Tax and Revenue committee in the New Mexico Legislature it was clear to me that the best tax policy is Low, Broad, Fair, Equitable, Easy to Understand, and Easy to Administer. Picking "winners and losers" via special tax treatment, undermines overall tax policy.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Make capital accessible to innovators and startups, especially in rural communities.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
Increase the age of eligibilty to 68 begining with indivuals who are 45 or younger today. Eliminate the cap on contributions. If you are earning, you are contributing. Do not allow or cast a vote in favor of borrowing against Social Security. Always remember that Social Security is NOT the government’s money.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
BA – University of New Mexico. I am a Navy wife, mom, soccer coach and entrepreneur with more than 30 years of business experience in the private sector, including 12 years as a contractor to Sandia National Labs. Served in the New Mexico House of Representatives 2003-2011, assigned to Tax & Revenue Committee and Voters & Elections Committee. Appointed to Albuquerque City Council 2013. Over 20 years serving on Neighborhood Association. President District 7 Coalition of Neighborhood Associations 2015-2017. Holding weekly public policy discussions since 2007.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
janice@janiceforcongress2018.com, 505-916-1133 Campaign, 505-379-0902 Personal
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Passion for good policies and good processes. Reads legislation. Understands that the words matter. Began writing policies in 1970’s. First successful legislation written in 1972, adopted in 1975. Worked on policy in CA, HI, VA, RI, FL and NM. Awarded NM Foundation for Open Government “Dixon Award” in 2010 for taking a web cam into the TAX Committee. Action resulted in New Mexico Legislature making itself more accessible to all New Mexicans.
