Todd A. McKinley

Republican | Tennessee

Candidate Profile

Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Todd A. McKinley


Party

Republican


Election Year

2018


Election

Primary


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist. 1


Incumbent

No


Links

Todd A. McKinley websites FacebookX

EDUCATION

Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, MSL, 2014

American Military University, Charlestown, BS, 2010

Harvard University, Cambridge, Certificatte, 2016

WORK & MILITARY

U.S. Army, SFC/E-7, 20

AFFILIATIONS

American Legion Post #3 Tennessee, Membership Chairman, Adjutant, ast District CDR, Numerous Others

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

(Candidate did not provide)

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

(Candidate did not provide)

Race

ENDORSEMENTS

CONSERVATIVE (1)

Barry Goldwater Jr

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)

Congressman Barry Goldwater Jr.

iVote Tennessee

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 Agree


iVoterGuide Notes:

After the voter guide was published, candidate advised that he intended to answer "Strongly Disagree"

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."

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:

2014 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary

Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

None!

What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?

We should take the gloves off and allow our Military Commanders and Intelligence Agencies to go after Radical Islamic Terrorist wherever they rear their head. We should also, look to have an "over the horizons presence" where we're more mobile and don't get bogged down in countries while we try to "nation build" as history teaches us doesn't work. However, we should stand ready to defend the United States our citizens and allies against all of our enemies.

What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?

I believe the fact that mankind can easily be corrupted with power and in order to combat that, they felt the need to limit the power of governments accordingly.

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I strongly believe that God created the universe and everything in it, and I also believe science is mankinds way of understanding our universe.

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.

www.todd4house.com Facebook: Todd McKinley for Congress

How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?

I believe in the free market and that we should have more competition, tort reform, the ability to buy health coverage across state lines, tort reform and patent reform which would further lower the price of medications.

What role should government play in boosting the economy?

The less meddling in the market the better, some government spending when it comes to infrastructure is fine where truly needed.

What changes should be made to the tax code?

I support a simple Flat Tax, that's fair to everyone, to include inividuals and businesses.

What is the best way to bring down unemployment?

Fewer government regulations, real tax reform and less intrusion in the markets and more encentives to invest inside the United States.

How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?

Americans are forced to pay into the system and therefore those benefits need to be there for them. However, when it comes to Social Security, people should have options on whether or not to participate.

What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?

I've served 20 years and 29 days in the U.S. Army and have held numerous leadership positions. I've served in Iraq as a Military Advisor and in Afghanistan as a Platoon Sergeant in the 82nd Airborn Division. I was also recruited to serve at the White House for 6.5 years where I held numerous positions, to include serving the Vice President as a Communications Officer and a Response Officer, specializing in the Contiunuity of Government as well as providing secure and non-secure communications to the Vice President and I traveled in a Diplomatic capacity while travling abroad.

E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:

Todd@todd4house.com

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?

Please check out my website, Facebook and Twitter page or email me and I'll answer any/all of your questions. I will not Duck, Dodge, Dive or Deflect your questions.

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