Pete Wells
Libertarian | Virginia
Candidate Profile
Moderate
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Pete Wells
Party
Libertarian
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
U.S. House, Dist. 4
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond Virginia, N/A, 2013
Virginia Community Colleges, Norfolk/Richmond Virginia, N/A, 2011
Black Hawk High School, South Wayne Wisconsin, Diploma, 1994
WORK & MILITARY
US Navy, Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class, 8
AFFILIATIONS
Libertarian Party, Member, Boy Scouts of America
Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 231, Order of the Arrow, Vice Chief of Membership Wulapeju Lodge
Boy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout Troop 231, Wiota Lutheran Church
Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
Previous Races
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Neutral
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 Disagree
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.
Strongly 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.
Disagree
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.
Neutral
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Disagree
The United States should help defend Israel from attack by its enemies.
Neutral
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
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.
Neutral
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Agree
I support sanctuary cities.
Neutral
It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Disagree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
The United States should protect its sovereignty from the United Nations.
Neutral
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Disagree
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 Democratic Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
When the Woman decides that is what is best for her and her doctor agrees that it is medically ethical at that stage of pregnancy.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
Bring our troops home unless to provide humanitarian aid for people attempting to escape countries where terrorist organizations are dominant.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Our Natural Rights; Life, Liberty and Property.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I consider myself a Deist. There is some creative force in the universe that sets things in motion, There is a Soul.
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?
Somewhat Liberal
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I am a Libertarian. I test consistently as a Libertarian or Classical Liberal on political spectrum quizzes.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Within our existing Healthcare framework we can still lower costs by enacting Torte Reforms, Rolling back patent protections, eliminating Certificate of Need Laws and other regulations that create barriers to entry for competition in the healthcare field.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
As small as possible.
What changes should be made to the tax code?
Tax codes need to be simplified. I'm in favor of the Fair Tax Plan or similar program that shifts our taxes from Production to consumption.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Reduce regulations on business that prevent new businesses from opening. Reduce Trade Restrictions that make products and materials more expensive for Retailers and manufactures.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
allow citizens to manage their social security account the same way you manage a 401k.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I am a United States citizen over the age of 25. Those are the legal qualifications to be a member of the House of Representatives.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
pete@petewellsforliberty.org
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
The House of Representatives should represent the average people of America, not special interest groups and corporate donors.
