
David Balat
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
David Balat
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist.2
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
University of Houston - Clear Lake, Houston, MBA/MHA, 1998
University of Houston, Houston, BS, 1995
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Southwest Presbyterian Church, Deacon/Adult Sunday School Teacher, Christ Evangelical Presbyterian Church
Member and Community Outreach, Mission To The World, Short Term Missionary
Texas Tea Party Republican Women, Member, Texas Asian Republican Club
Member, The Urban Alternative, Contributor
Samaritans Purse, Contributor
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Please visit davidbalat.com/endorsements
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
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.
Did not answer
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.
No Answer
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."
Did not answer
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.
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:
Did not answer
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
As a Christian, I believe that life begins at conception and that men are made in God's image. Given this bible-based belief, I do not believe there are any exceptions that make the practice of abortion allowable.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
Did not answer
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The separation of powers exists to protect the equality of men that exists under God and based on the natural rights endowed to us by our Creator. The separation of powers is in place to make certain that some do not acquire more power and shift the balances of powers away from the people.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Did not answer
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?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
Did not answer
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Did not answer
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Did not answer
What changes should be made to the tax code?
Did not answer
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Did not answer
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
Did not answer
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Did not answer
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
info@davidbalat.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Did not answer
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