

Chuck Goodrich
Republican | Indiana
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Chuck Goodrich
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 29
Incumbent
Yes
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
N/A
Race
Previous Races
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2019
100%
2019
89%, 89% (cum.)†
2019
83%, 83% (cum.)†
2019
|100%
2019
|89%, 89% (cum.)†
2019
|83%, 83% (cum.)†
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (27)
Brian Mast (2020)
Chris Garten (2019)
Dan Crenshaw (2020)
Donald Trump (2020)
Donna Schaibley (2018)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)
Arthur C. Odom (2019)
Big Red Political Action Committee (2019)
Hoosiers for Quality Education (2019)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2018)
Victoria Spartz (2019)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates) (2019)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Agree
I support the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, which requires health care providers to provide life-saving treatment for infants who survive an attempted abortion.
Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Life of mother and in case of rape
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Regulations and Mandates. Indiana has had a balance budget for a long time because of Conservative leadership in our State. Do not spend it unless you can afford it, stay away from debt and always have a healthy reserve.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
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.
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
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
Yes
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
It is a political distancing between the relationship between let’s say my church and the State and or Nation. (The Government System). Your Constitutional right of Freedom of Belief.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Competition and Transparency, legal and tort reform, Private Public Partnerships, no surprise Billings, access to pricing first.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
IMMIGRATION
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.
Agree
State and federal funds should be denied to any public or private entity, including but not limited to sanctuary cities, that are not in compliance with immigration laws.
Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Any individual that is eligible and follows the legal path of the United States to become a legal citizen.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Jesus Christ is my savior and I believe in 100 percent of the Constitution.
ABOUT YOU
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.
Limited Government, Free Enterprise, low taxes, People First, Great Business Climate.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Business Owner approximately 1500 folks, A National chair of a 22k member association, Job Creator, Civic Leader, Husband for 27 years and father of 4.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I love Jesus Christ, my Wife and Family, and I serve in this role to put People First!
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Disagree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Neutral
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Second Amendment
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
Work Force Development, Support of our Public Officers, Education support choices and adjustments
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, all folks are created equal by our Creator and have the right to Life, Liberty, and your pursuit of Happiness. We have to make sure this available!
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