Buford Dewitt
Republican | Indiana
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Buford Dewitt
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 73
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
NORTHWEST INST., W.BADEN, 1973
I.U., BLOOMINGTON, 1974
ILEA, BLOOMINGTON, 1974
WORK & MILITARY
US ARMY AIRBORNE, SGT., 3
CITY POLICE OFFICER, PATROLMAN, 3
IND. CONSERVATION OFFICER, MASTER OFFICER, 33
PRISON MINISTRY/POLICE CHAPLAIN, CHAPLAIN/COUNSELOR, 12
AFFILIATIONS
UNCHAINED MINISTRIES, MINISTER, SHOP WITH A COP ORANGE CO.
FOUNDER, AFA, CONTRIBUTOR
FOCUS ON THE FAMILY, CONTRIBUTOR, VOICE OF THE MARTYRS
CONTRIBUTOR, LION AND LAMB MINISTRIES, CONTRIBUTOR
SHEPHARDS CHAPEL, CONTRIBUTOR, MANY STREET MINISTRIES
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
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.
Strongly Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Neutral
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Neutral
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Strongly Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
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
The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.
Neutral
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Agree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Agree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Neutral
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Agree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2010 Republican Primary, 2012 General Election, 2012 Republican Primary, 2014 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
If the fetus is dead. To some this may sound narrow minded and harsh. I'm sure there can be very limited situations were it would be considered morally and ethically acceptable to abort;however,knowing our history, we know that give an inch and they'll take a mile;thus,we would find ourselves aborting on demand once again.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
absolute power corrupts absolutely
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I'm not religious, I have a relationship with Jesus. We must not grow weary in this battle for our children,family and country. The Only Thing Necessary for the Triumph of Evil is that Good Men Do Nothing.
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.
I have been active in service to my country, my state,my community and family my entire life. The military, law enforcement and the last 12 years teaching a better way weekly in Indiana's prison system (men and women's). I've found that change from the inside works and now I hope to do the same in legislature by running for state representative.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Create jobs,assisting potential employers with incentives to grow and to introduce innovative training that will increase a desire to work within our young upcoming workforce.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Lower health care costs, promote group insurance,increase job opportunities and some government subsidies.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
At this point a major role including but not limited to tax breaks and limiting some restrictive rules for companies.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I spent time in the military assigned to Special Activities Group and have traveled other countries(business and leisure) always endeavoring to understand what works and doesn't work. Worked night shift as a city police officer while going to IU during the day,worked for the CIA, worked a 5 year period as an undercover officer, head of the state underwater search and recovery team, a trained kinesic interviewer and a teacher/counselor in the state correctional facilities. I'm a family man and have learned to listen well and observe. I have had the opportunity to know our society inside and out(darkness and light). I care about my community and have not been steeped in politics;so, hopefully, have a fresh and clear thinking approach to the responsibilities required of the position entrusted to me.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
bldewit4staterep@gmail.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I have been a speaker at many events thru out Indiana(such as the North American Wildlife Law Enforcement Organization),officer of the year award from The Wild Turkey Federation,taught police diving and covert operations at Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, was Conservation Officer of The Year for the state of Indiana(selected by my peers),founded the first "Shop with a Cop" in mid-southern Indiana (to fill a need for officers and children to get to know each other in a positive situation and provide for the physical needs of the children). My wife Rita(a RN) and I have four children: Marie a classic language teacher,Sam an MD, Amber an elementary teacher and Buford a former detective and now co-owner of a insurance/realty agency.We have seven extremely brilliant and beautiful grandchildren! I work with our state Critical Incident team meeting with police, firefighters,EMS, first responders, victims,family and friends of victims. I am a state and county chaplain.
