Shireen Ghorbani
Democrat | Utah
Candidate Profile
Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Shireen Ghorbani
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 2
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, MN, B.A., 2004
University of Nebraska – Lincoln, Lincoln, NE, M.A., 2009
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, MPhil, 2016
WORK & MILITARY
University of Utah, Facilities, Associate Director, Communication & Org. Develop., 5
University of Utah, Graduate Teaching Fellow, 4
University of Nebraska, Graduate Teaching Assistant, 2
Peace Corps, Community & Organizational Development Specialist, 2
AFFILIATIONS
Rape Recovery Center, Salt Lake City, Board Chair, Women’s Center, University of Utah
Advisory Board Member, Voices of Hope, Crisis Line Volunteer
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (6)
National Iranian American Council
People for Bernie
Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans
Sierra Club
Utah AFL-CIO
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Dakota Prairie PAC
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
No Answer
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.
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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.
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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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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.
Strongly Agree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
No Answer
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
No Answer
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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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.
No Answer
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."
No Answer
I support sanctuary cities.
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It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.
No Answer
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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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?
Healthcare access and affordability is the reason I am in this race. In 2016, I lost my mom to pancreatic cancer. I saw up close and personal how a family can lose everything with one diagnosis. Utah needs a representative who will protect Medicare and Medicaid and work every day for affordable access to healthcare for every American. I would vote each and every time for affordability and access to healthcare. I want Medicare and Medicaid to be able to negotiate drug prices like the VA can, and let's ensure that people can get preventative care under their plans which helps people be healthier and saves money. I will work across the aisle on a health care solution for every American--not vote to take away people’s choices. Medicare for All is one pathway towards affordable healthcare, as is the State Based Universal Health Care Act clearing the way for states to offer coverage. It is a moral obligation to leave no patient without care. Every person deserves to live with care.
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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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:
Voters can reach out at shireen@shireen2018.com and 801-382-7293 with any questions!
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I am ready to represent all Utahns -- I am not accepting any corporate PAC dollars so that the voices of all of my constituents can be heard, not just those who can write the biggest checks.
