Herbert Lee
Democrat | California
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Herbert Lee
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 39
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Keck School of Medicine, USC, Los Angeles, MSEd, 2001
University of Texas, Houston, M.P.H., 1981
National Taiwan University, Taipei, M.D., 1980
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
UCI School of Medicine, Voluntary Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine, O.C. Surgical Residency Program, College Hospital
Professor, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine
Veterans Administration Hospital, Allen Park, MI, Attending Physician, Hoag Memorial Hospital
Chairman, Division of Gastroenterology, Newport Bay Hospital, Medical Director, Internal Medicine Department
Beverly Manor Convalescent Hospital, Medical Director, American Geriatric Association
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
N/A
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
N/A
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Lily Chen
Chun-Yue Su
Robert Su
Rachel Guan
Sang Hee Kang
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.
Neutral
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.
Strongly Agree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Neutral
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Strongly 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.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
Strongly 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 Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly Agree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Agree
It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Agree
The United States should protect its sovereignty from the United Nations.
Strongly Agree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
No Answer
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
When a pregnant woman that is diagnosed with a complication of risking her life of giving birth it should be allowed under these circumstances. Especially when clinically indicated and consented by a physician and the patient.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
Good intelligence activity. A strategic and applied Rule of Engagement of our military force. A consistent and resourceful program until it is eradicated.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
It is the ongoing power of a collaborative voices of the people with the new current issues and causes.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
With high regards with moral values and respect for life. It is what the institutional churches have taught us. Following the ten commandments. Embrace the community and help others. Love thy neighbor.
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?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
•HealthCare Acts: I will join other Congress members in the fight for fair and equitable Health Care for all. •Vocational Training For Our Youth: We need alternative paths to good paying jobs in the building trades, transportation industry, and medical fields, among others. •Me Too Movement/ LGBT Actions: Protection from harassment, assaults and equal rights. •Veterans: Caring for our military’s men and women whom made great sacrifices to protect our country. •Immigration/ DACA: Work with Congress to implement better immigration laws. •Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP): International trade agreements for equal trade with other countries. •Unemployment/ Affordable Housing/ Homelessness: Critical local issues that needs attention. •Infrastructure: Focus on bringing improvements to our critical roads and bridges which will in turn bring jobs to our communities. •Stricter Gun Laws: I will support keeping our schools safe by implementing new gun laws to protect our childr
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Promulgate a new make sense of an affordable Heathcare Act for everyone. Examine and identify the wasteful cost which does not benefit patients and high cost of administrative work of the insurers. Offer a long term solution by promoting better quality, efficiency and simplifying complex duplicative high cost procedures.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
By implementing good creative on the job training programs that are sustainable. Hiring the right people to run the program efficiently, productively, and effectively.
What changes should be made to the tax code?
Fix the current tax code by making it neutral. Make the Tax Rates Competitive for Businesses and Integrate the Corporate & Individual Tax System.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Education is not enough, we need to provide real-world applications and industry-focused skills programs. Business leaders need to communicate on which skills are in demand and necessary for today’s workforce.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
We need to make immediate positive changes to the scheduled benefits and revenue sources for the Social Security benefits program.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I am not a politician. However, as a family man, homeowner, and successful businessman, I have decided that I can no longer passively sit and wait for our government to fix itself. As a physician, I use medicine to protect and preserve lives on a daily basis. Once elected, I will continue to protect and preserve lives through legislation. I am focused on the issues that directly impact our lives. I understand the significance of family and the importance of creating a safe and secure future. We care about tomorrow and often wonder what kind of world our children will live in, and the legacy they will inherit from us who work hard every day trying to make a difference for ourselves and our loved ones.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
Drlee@DrLeeforCongress.org • 657-217-3290
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Biography of Dr. Herbert Lee Age: 62 Resides in the City of Rowland Heights in Los Angeles County Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Medical practice in Gastroenterology Medical practice locations: Irvine and Rowland Heights Medical Physician experience of 38 years, in practice for over 32 years Well respected Catholic family man, attends St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish
