Ryan A. McAdams
Republican | Virginia
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Ryan A. McAdams
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
U.S. House, Dist. 4
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, Hamilton, MA, Masters of Divinity, 1997
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, B.S., 1994
WORK & MILITARY
Agape Mission Church, Senior Pastor, 5
Williamsburg Social Services, Social Worker, 3
Independent Contractor, Water Restoration and Mold Remediation/Owner, 3
Justice House of Prayer, Director, 3
AFFILIATIONS
Virginia Prayer Caucus, State Director, Salvation Army
Board Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Government is Not God PAC
Rick Buchanan, Founder, VA TEA Party Patriot Federation
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Congressman Rob Wittman
State Senator Amanda Chase
Delegate Riley Ingram
Delegate Brenda Pogge
Mayor of Chesapeake Rick West
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
John Whitlock
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.
Strongly Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Strongly Disagree
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 Disagree
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 Disagree
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
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 Disagree
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:
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?
Under no circumstances.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
Secure our borders and enforce our immigration laws. Defeat ISIS and Al Qaida abroad.Defending the country is the primary and most essential function of the federal government as stated in the Constitution. A strong nation is a secure nation and we must support our troops wholeheartedly both here and abroad without reservation. Yet, a strong military force does not mean that defense bureaucrats or the President should have unlimited authority to wage war. The Constitution gives Congress the sole power to declare war for it is the branch of government most accountable to the people. Wars are extremely expensive and the human toll is even more costly. I believe we will be much stronger as a nation if we have a powerful and well-funded military that is guided by a clear set of priorities that will guide us to wisely assess all future military interventions.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Sin, corruption and the desire to control people.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian who is saved from sin and eternal damnation by the blood of Jesus and I believe salvation is found in Him alone. The Bible is my rule for living and beliefs and I live to serve the Lord and glorify His name. I am confident that God has called me to run for office in the 4th Congressional District and I look forward to serving Him, the good citizens of the 4th and this great nation in Washington DC.
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.
no answer
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Obamacare has proven to be an economically disastrous law and an unconstitutional power grab by our federal government that has restricted the freedoms of all Americans. The Affordable Care Act is neither affordable or an acceptable vehicle to provide better healthcare services. We all recognize that healthcare is an extremely important and necessary part of people’s lives. We must put politics aside and work on a caring solution that removes government control and inefficiencies, lowers the costs of services and medication, and restores the vital relationship between doctors and their clients. I believe Congress should repeal and defund the Affordable Care Act and replace it with a sensible free-market solution that makes quality healthcare accessible and affordable to the masses.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
America is at her best when our economy is strong and when people are working and prospering. The creation of jobs, higher take home pay, and greater opportunities for the average American must be a priority. I wholeheartedly support the tax bill that will help do that and put more money in the pockets of wage-earners and families. Congress can do it’s part by cutting bureaucratic red tape and regulations and facilitating free market principles. I want to see the federal government out of the pockets and out of the way of the American worker and businessman. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and create over 70% of the new jobs in the United States. I will support legislation that lowers taxes and promotes job growth, innovation and productivity.
What changes should be made to the tax code?
I support the Tax Bill and reducing the tax burden of citizens.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Grow the economy and reduce corporate taxes, bringing jobs back home.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
Federal government spending is wildly out of control, and the lack of fiscal responsibility of leaders on both sides of the aisle is unacceptable. Our national debt has risen to over $17 trillion dollars and this unrestrained spending poses a real threat to our future and the next generation. Those in Congress must act to end the problems of gross negligence and willful government bloat and not allow them to continue unchecked. We need to have a fiscal policy that will allow us to keep our promises to retirees and fund Social Security and Medicare while providing a sound future for our children and grandchildren without strapping them with the crippling burden of national debt. I support a balanced budget which will set us on a clearer path to continued prosperity and economic stability.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have served citizens and the community my whole adult life as a Pastor, Social Worker, small businessman, and also as the State Director of the Virginia Prayer Caucus. I have the life experiences, passion, and convictions that uniquely qualify me to serve the citizens of the 4th Congressional District in this critical time in history. I am committed to serve and faithfully work for the good of all Virginians and this great country as an honest, caring and principled leader.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
info@ryanmcadamsforcongress.com 804.557.4118
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I humbly ask for your support and your vote.
