Danny Tarkanian
Republican | Nevada
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Danny Tarkanian
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 3
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
UNLV, Las Vegas, Business, 1984
University of San Diego, San Diego, Juris Doctorate, 1988
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Hope for Prisoners, Board, Focus Fatherless Boys
Board, Tark Toy Drive, Board/Founder
Tarkanian Basketball Academy, President/Founder, Sound Foundation
Tutor for hearing impaired, Bridge Counseling Ass., Board
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
State Senate, 2004
Secretary of State, 2006
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Donald Trump
Tea Party Express
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations
State Republican Party Organizations
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (103)
60 Plus Association
Acton PAC
American Legacy PAC
American Principles
Andrew Harris
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.
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.
Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
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.
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.
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?
Abortion should only be allowed to save the life of the mother.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
As President Reagan put it, we must always be prepared so that we’ll always be free. Additionally, I believe that Defense Secretary Jim Mattis’ loosening of the “rules of engagement,” which has allowed our troops to more quickly and effectively combat and defeat ISIS and other terrorists groups in the Middle East and elsewhere, is wise and correct. Further, I support President Trump’s limited travel ban and ending the visa lottery program.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
We are endowed by our Creator with unalienable “natural” rights, among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. Government derives from the consent of the governed, therefore the Constitution is an enumerated powers document, with limits, checks and balances.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian. I have given my life to the Lord.
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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
https://dannytarkanian.com
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Every time our country has created competition in a field we have received a better product and a lower cost. The (Un)Affordable Care Act has eliminated competition which has caused prices to skyrocket. We need to allow individuals to purchase insurance across state lines. We need to increase the availability and scope of Health Savings Accounts. We need to provide individuals different plans so they can choose what is best for their family. We need to create and fund high risk pools so that individuals with true preexisting conditions can receive coverage at a reasonable cost.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
On January 20, 1981 Ronald Reagan delivered his first Inaugural Address. In it he warned… “For decades we have piled deficit upon deficit, mortgaging our future and our children’s future for the temporary convenience of the present. . . . We must act today in order to preserve tomorrow.” I believe the biggest role the government has in boosting the economy is to reduce our federal deficit. My views can pretty much be summed up in two guiding principles best expressed by Ronald Reagan… 1.) Government isn’t the solution to the problem; government IS the problem 2.) The American people aren’t taxed too little; the government spends too much
What changes should be made to the tax code?
In generality terms, we should eliminate all deductions and exemptions that favor one select group or business over the rest of the country. Our tax code is littered with special tax breaks for groups and businesses with influence over our legislators. A perfect example is the carried-interest loophole. The carried-interest loophole will cost taxpayers nearly $17 billion over a decade, according to the Congressional Budget Office. The loophole must be closed and hedge-fund managers must be required to pay their fair share of taxes. In March, the U.S. Treasury Department announced impending regulations to close the loophole for S-corporations. That is a step in the right direction.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Businesses must invest in the American people. Job creators (businesses, NOT government!) are incentivized to invest when the government gets out of the way. Decreased regulations, lower taxes, and a freer market allow businesses to put Americans to work.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
The future of Social Security is dependent upon the workforce. We must have more people earning a paycheck, and that requires a market suitable for investment and the creation of jobs. In addition, for individuals in their early 40’s or younger the minimum age for collecting social security benefits must increase as the average life expectancy for Americans have increased. This increase must not affect individuals who are already close to retirement age.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
As a southern Nevada resident for over 40 years who has been a part of this community’s fabric and who has experienced the highs and lows this community has experienced, I will fight for legislation that best serves the hard working Nevadans who live in my district. My extensive public service in numerous nonprofits in southern Nevada, such as, Hope for Prisoners, Team Focus (Fatherless boys), Tarkanian Basketball Academy, Tark Toy Drive, will help me be a great public servant for this community in Washington D.C. My 23 years as a businessman facing the burdens of high taxation and unreasonable regulations has given me the experience to fight for those common sense conservative principles that have helped our country to become the world’s greatest economic force.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
info@dannytarkanian.com, 702-785-8228
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I am running for Congress to be a public servant for the people of Southern Nevada where I have lived for 36 years, have raised my family and have founded two charities that serve local youth. I would be honored to have your vote and support.
