
Jan Schneider
Democrat | Florida
Candidate Profile
Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jan Schneider
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 16
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Yale University, New Haven, Conn., Ph.D., 1975
Yale Law School, New Haven, Conn., J.D., 1973
Columbia University, New York N.Y., M.I.A., 1970
Brown University, Providence, R.I., B.A. summa cum laude, 1968
University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland, Certificate, 1969
WORK & MILITARY
Law Offices of Jan Schneider, Attorney, 1993-present
Perley, Robertson, Panet, Hill & McDougal, Attorney, Manager, Washington, D.C. Office, 1987-92
Law Offices of Jan Schneider, Attorney, 1982-87
Covington & Burling, Attorney, 1976-82
United. Nations Environment Program, Consultant, 1970 -1983
AFFILIATIONS
American Society of International Law, Director, International Law Association, American Branch
Director, Law of the Sea Institute, Director
Council on Ocean Law, Director, Secretary, DAVA (Sarasota)
Secretary, Protect Our Waters, Director, Vice President
Lemon Bay Conservancy, Director, Henry Lawrence Youth Foundation & Gulf Coast Marine Institute South
Director, Roshan Cultural Heritage Institute, Director, Secretary
Suncoast Commission on the Status of Women, Sarasota-Manatee NOW, Seniors for Pets, United Nations Association (National Capital Area), Director
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
U.S. Representative -- CD 13, 2002-08
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (5)
Florida LGBTQ+ Democractic Caucus
Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida
Every Town For Gun Safety
Center for Biological Diversity Action Fund
Hillsborough County LGBTQ Democratic Caucus
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Democratic Environmental Caucus
Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Donna Barcomb (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (6)
ActBlue (2022)
Hillary Clinton (2016)
Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations (2016)
Local, County, District, and State Democrat Women (2016)
New Democrat Coalition (2015)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (17)
American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (2024)
ActBlue (2022)
Sheet Metal Workers International Association (2021)
International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (2017)
Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations (2016)
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Disagree
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Disagree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Roe v. Wade standards
Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?
Women should regain reproductive freedom and control of our bodies. Congress should immediately pass legislation restoring the standards of Roe v. Wade nationwide. Congress should also eliminate the Hyde Amendment prohibiting use of federal funds for abortions, which among other things discriminates against those dependent on Medicaid and other government-sponsored programs. In addition, Congress should protect the right to interstate travel for abortion and use of the mail for abortion medications.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Reduce taxes for middle class and working families. Do not make the Trump tax cuts for the ultra-rich and wealthy corporations permanent.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Disagree
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
Yes
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Separation of church and state protects religious freedom for all. On the one hand, it keeps governmental affairs from being dominated by any particular religion or set of religious beliefs. On the other, it keeps government and legislators out of the realms of religious doctrine and practices.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Agree
Businesses should.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
A government, school, or employer should be allowed to require vaccinations to protect the general population, other students or coworkers in close proximity. But exemptions are necessary for persons who cannot be immunized due to medical reasons.
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
B
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
B
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes. The United States relationship with Israel is a mutually beneficial alliance in economic, strategic and military aspects.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Multiple causes include the possibility of physical harm, violent death and PTSD and decreasing unemployment.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Agree
A comprehensive immigration bill should contain additional funding for border protection agencies and officers; an efficient and fair process for considering asylum claims; strengthened provisions against drug trafficking, human trafficking and currency smuggling; and assurances of humane treatment of asylum seekers. The 2024 bipartisan Border Bill would, on balance, have been a good start.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Please see 1 above.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Choose not to answer
I support some of these under controlled conditions.
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Disagree
VALUES
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Disagree
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Choose not to answer
Agree that children are among the most vulnerable members of society, to be protected in various ways.hl
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Choose not to answer
Depends on the circumstances.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
These are highly personal and come within the doctrine of separation of church and state.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Agree
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Choose not to answer
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Choose not to answer
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Strongly Agree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Combination of solar, wind, biomass and geothermal.
ABOUT YOU
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Lean Liberal
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The general purpose of a government is to protect the people and keep society safe.
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Neutral
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Such measures include bans on assault weapons, high-capacity magazines and bump stocks for civilians; universal background checks; closure of the internet, gun show and “Charleston” (3-day) loopholes; and restrictions on ownership by the seriously mentally ill, suspected terrorists (no-fly-no-buy) and persons under 21.
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