Chuck Goodrich

Republican | Indiana

Candidate Profile

Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Chuck Goodrich


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

Republican Primary


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist. 5


Incumbent

No


Links

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EDUCATION

Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, Bachelors, 1993

Vincennes University, Vincennes, IN, Associates, 1990

WORK & MILITARY

Associated Builders and Contractors, Electrical Apprentice, 4

AFFILIATIONS

Associated Builders & Contractors, 2017 National Chair, Purdue Construction Advisory Committee

former Chair, Riverview Health Foundation, former Chair

White River Christian Church, Member, David's Well - Mission

Director, Good Samaritan Network, Contributor

Prevail, Contributor

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

N/A

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Indiana's 5th Congressional District

Race

Previous Races

ENDORSEMENTS

CONSERVATIVE (3)

GOPAC Election Fund

Lori Goss-Reaves

Michael Karickhoff

OTHER (2)

Americans for Prosperity Action

Jerry Torr

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (56)

State Republican Party Organizations (2024)

Erin Houchin (2023)

Jake Teshka (2023)

Jim Banks (2023)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2023)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (22)

Bradford Barrett (2023)

Craig Snow (2023)

Diane Hendricks (2023)

GOPAC (2023)

Greg Pence (2023)


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)

Taft Stettinius & Hollister (2022)

Stand for Children (2021)

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?

Save the Life of the mother, & in cases of rape & incest

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?

The Supreme Court left this issue up to the states to decide, so I believe that the federal government plays a limited role on this subject. However, I would support federal legislation to establish a minimum standard while allowing states to go further.


ECONOMY

What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?

Lower taxes for hardworking Americans. Cut reckless government spending which is fueling inflation. Cutting unnecessary government regulations & red tape

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


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

Did not answer

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Strongly Disagree


HEALTHCARE

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

Government should never be allowed to mandate an individual to receive a vaccination.

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. To add to this point, Government funded healthcare is way too expensive & is not cost effective. The best thing government can do is reduce regulations, red tape, & allow competition into the market place.


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 fighting terrorism in the middle east & provides stability to the region. We need a strong Israel in the region to counter Iran's aggression & influence. Supporting Israel is in the United States national security interest.

What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?

Unfortunately, the military has heavily pushed woke ESG policies. We need to return to a mission focused military that is focused on talent, readiness & is prepared for any encounter, foreign or domestic, that is free of politics & liberal policies. This will naturally result in higher military recruitment & retention.


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?

Only citizens that have lawfully applied for U.S. citizenship should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S.


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


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.

I am a devout Christian & family man. I was raised in a Christian family, where we attended Church each Sunday & we are actively involved in the Church. I am actively involved in my missions team at my church & we travel to 3rd world countries every year to build schools for underserved communities. I am blessed for everything the Lord has provided for my family, and I strongly believe in giving back & serving the community both at home & abroad.


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?

Oil, Natural Gas, & Coal


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 general purposes of government is to protect the life, liberty, & property for its citizens.

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.

Strongly Disagree


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?

The 2nd amendment, which protects our right to bear arms, is a sacred right for all Americans. I am against additional restrictions as I believe it is a slippery slope to more gun control.

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