Scott Sturgill
Republican | Florida
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Scott Sturgill
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 7
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Flagler College, St. Augustine
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Seminole County Soil and Water Conservation Distri, 2012-2014
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
FL State House, 2014
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Florida Right to Life PAC
FRC Action PAC
LIBERAL (1)
Central Florida Police Benevolent Association
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (5)
FRC Action
Lt. Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera
Speaker John Boehner
Gun Owners of America
Florida Right to Life
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (8)
Carlos Lopez-Cantera
Club for Growth
Mike Hill
Paul Ryan
Rick Scott
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)
Associated Builders and Contractors
Club for Growth
First In Freedom PAC
Sandy Adams
USA First
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: Question: Do you consider yourself to be pro-life? Answer: I consider myself to be a strong pro-life candidate. Question: What specific federal legislative steps, if any, would you support on the issue of life? Answer: I would support legislation that will help to advance the issue of protecting the unborn.
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
iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: Question: Do you support legislation, such as the federal First Amendment Defense Act, which would prohibit the government from discriminating against individuals or organizations because they believe that marriage is the union of one man and one woman? Answer: Yes, I support this type of legislation. Question: Do you support the federal Employment Non-Discrimination Act, the federal Equality Act or other legislation that creates special privileged classes based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity? Answer: No, I do not support this type of legislation.
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.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: Question: What is your position on the definition of marriage? Answer: I believe that marriage should be defined as between a man and a woman. Question: Do you believe that the Supreme Court’s 5-4 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, which imposed same-sex marriage on all 50 states, was rightly decided? Answer: I do not believe that this was rightfully decided. I believe that this decision should be left to the states.
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
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It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
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Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
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More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
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Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
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Additional regulations are needed to prevent climate change.
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Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: Question:What specific Federal legislative steps, if any, would you support to protect religious liberty? Answer: I believe in the First Amendment and will 100% support and protect religious liberty. Question: How do you feel religious liberty should be protected in the U.S. Military? Answer: Members of the U.S. Military should be free to practice their own personal religious beliefs. Question: Should chaplains in the U.S. Military be able to openly share their views on the Bible, human life, sexuality and other topics with other members of the military? Answer: Yes
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
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Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: Question: Do you feel that it is appropriate to use taxpayer funds to subsidize or pay for elective abortions or for health coverage that includes elective abortion? Answer: I do not believe that using taxpayer funds (sic) should be used to either subsidize or pay for abortions. Question: Do you believe organizations like Planned Parenthood that provide abortion should receive federal government funding? Answer: I strongly believe that organizations such as Planned Parenthood should not receive federal funding.
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
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Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
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People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: Question: Do you support laws that require access to public bathrooms, showers, or locker rooms be based on an individual’s gender identity as opposed to his or her biological sex? Answer: No - I believe it should be based on biological sex. Question: Do you believe access to school showers, bathrooms, and locker rooms should be based on a student’s gender identity as opposed to his or her biological sex? Answer: No - I believe it should be based on biological sex.
I support sanctuary cities.
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It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.
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I support the death penalty.
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Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
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The United States should protect its sovereignty from the United Nations.
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The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
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I voted in these primaries and general elections:
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Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: In what, if any, situations do you believe abortion should be legal? Answer: I do not believe that abortion should be legal in any situations.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
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What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
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Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
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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?
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Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
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How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: Question: Do you support the full repeal of Obamacare? Answer: Yes, I support the full repeal of Obamacare. Question: If so, what health care policies do you support as a replacement? Answer: I support religious based health care plans that provide the benefits that align with my beliefs.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
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What changes should be made to the tax code?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: Question: What is your position on the Child Tax Credit? Answer: I support the child tax credit. Question: Do you support the repeal of the Estate Tax (“Death Tax”)? Answer: Yes, I believe that the estate tax should be repealed.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
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How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
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What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
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E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
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Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Mr. Sturgill responded to FRC Action PAC Candidate Questionnaire as follows: Question: Are there any further thoughts or comments you wish to provide? Answer: I am the only candidate in this race who has a strong pro-life stance. I allow my life and my choices to be led by my faith and I am not ashamed to stand up for my beliefs.
