
Mauro Garza
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Mauro Garza
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist.34
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
University of Texas, San Antonio, MS, 1992
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Brooks Army Base, Fisher House
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
US Congress, TX-15, 2022
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Paul Gosar
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Sheriff Joe Arpaio
Congressman Paul Gosar
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (18)
Chip Roy (2023)
Donald Trump (2023)
Kevin McCarthy (2023)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2023)
Paul Gosar (2023)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
WinRed (2022)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)
Human Rights Campaign (2018)
Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations (2010)
Stonewall Democrats (2010)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Julio Garza - TX Dem (2023)
OTHER INFORMATION
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 Agree
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.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Elective abortion should not be allowed under any circumstance
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?
As a member of congress, I would support abortion bans that allow an incremental change towards the end of all abortion. The first of these that I would support would be a 15 week federal ban on abortion.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
It means that the the federal government should not infringe on our religious freedoms.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
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.
C.
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. Israel is our only ally in a region hostile to western values.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Wokeness and Vaccination requirements. Our military should be well prepared fighters not "pronoun" warriors.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Under no circumstance should any entity be forced to require vaccinations of any kind much less penalize an employee for it.
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.
C).
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
I would first tackle illegal immigration which drives down wages and makes it difficult for Americans to climb out of poverty. We must lower taxes to allow businesses and individuals to thrive. Lastly, reduce inflationary spending to lower costs.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
People that will positively contribute to American society and our economy.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
No restrictions are needed. The 2nd Amendment says this amendment should not be infringed upon.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
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?
Very Conservative
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The nine most terrifying words are as Reagan said "I'm from the government and I'm here to help." The government should protect its citizens and that's all.
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.
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 Agree
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
The principle of being a better person and protecting the family unit come to me from my belief in The Hebrew Bible (Torah) and the Talmud.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Strongly Agree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Strongly Disagree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Our natural resources of fossil fuel and natural gases.
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