Jeff Cullen
Republican | California
Candidate Profile
Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jeff Cullen
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 52
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Rush Medical College, Chicago, MD, 1994
Cornell University, Ithaca, BS, MEng, 1977
University of Chicago, Chicago, MPP, 2006
WORK & MILITARY
VA Escondido Clinic, Medical Director, 2014-2016
Interventional Pain Management, Medical Director, 2008-2014
Rush University Medical Center, Attending Physician, 1997-2004
Sargent and Lundy, Structural Engineer, 1977-1990
AFFILIATIONS
Rush Medical College, Assistant Professor, American Medical Association
Member, American College of Physicians, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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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.
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.
Disagree
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.
Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Agree
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Agree
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.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Disagree
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
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.
Disagree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Agree
I support sanctuary cities.
Disagree
It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Disagree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
The United States should protect its sovereignty from the United Nations.
Agree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
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?
To save the life of the mother.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
We should not demonize/condemn Islam or Islamic countries, but realize these activities are the work of isolated extremists. We must coordinate/maximize intelligence activities with our allies to better anticipate and avert these attacks. We must better coordinate activity and information sharing with Federal, state and local authorities in our own country.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Understanding the idea that "Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely".
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a lifelong practicing Christian.
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?
Somewhat Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
Donor member of the San Diego Republican Party and other national Republican organizations.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I would favor the increased use of tax incentives for individuals to obtain health care coverage and for employers to provide health coverage. I support the expansion of Medicaid as pursued by many states to provide an adequate safety net for those not otherwise covered. I favor maintaining Medicare in its current structure; replacing Medicare with some type of voucher program would not be good policy, unfavorably affecting our senior population.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Government can play an important role by focusing on rebuilding our infrastructure, upgrading/maintaining our needed public structures/facilities while at the same time providing needed jobs.
What changes should be made to the tax code?
State and local taxes should be fully deductible from Federal taxes.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Unemployment is already at near historic lows, below what is considered full employment. Continued job retraining programs are important for keeping unemployment low in industries that are restructuring/losing jobs.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
Social security contributions may have to increase for future generations to cover population changes, such as the "Baby Boomers". Slowly and appropriately adjusting benefits to later retirement ages as we live longer and do less physically demanding work would hopefully minimize the need for these changes.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I earned a BS and MEng in Civil Engineering at Cornell University, as well as an MD from Rush Medical College and a Master's degree in Public Policy from the University of Chicago.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
jeff@doctorjeffcullen.com; 312-550-8228
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I have been a practicing doctor for over twenty years and I have an extensive knowledge of our health care system. I have served as a Medical Director in the VA system and understand how that system works and how it can be improved. In addition, prior to entering medical school, I worked as a Civil Engineer for over ten years, eventually helping to lead a division of over 1,200 engineers. As a result, I have a very good understanding of the design and construction of large infrastructure projects.
