
Berny Jacques
Republican | Florida
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Berny Jacques
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist 66
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Stetson College of Law, Gulfport, JD, 2012
Washington Adventist University, Takoma Park, BA in History and Political Studies, 2009
Naples High School, Naples, Diploma, 2005
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Pinellas County Young Republicans, President, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay
Leadership Council, Guardian ad Litem Foundation of Tampa Bay, Board Member
Sheriff's Advisory Board, Board Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Pinellas County Young Republicans
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (6)
Chris Latvala
Chris Sprowls
David Jolly
Mitt Romney
Republican Women's Organizations
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations
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
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Strongly Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
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
The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.
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."
Strongly Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
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?
Only if mother's life is in danger, after strong efforts to save the life of both mother and child.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Man's nature is inclined to do what is wrong.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Protestant who has accepted Christ as my personal savior. I'm fortunate to have been raised in a Christian home.
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.bernyforflorida.com
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
A robust free-market system.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Encourage innovation in healthcare, and supporting policies that brings down regulatory barriers in the healthcare system. Also, focusing on a pro-jobs agenda will allow people to be in a position to afford healthcare services.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Government should create the environment that will result in the boosting of the economy. This is achieved through low taxes and cutting unnecessary regulations.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
BA in History and Political Studies Law Degree President of the Pinellas County Young Republicans Assistant State Attorney (state prosecutor) Senator Rubio's Military Academy Nominations Board City of Seminole Developmental Review Board
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
berny@bernyforflorida.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I encourage Christian voters to stay engaged in the political process. Our system of government will be better because of it.
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