Andrew Dixon
Democrat | Pennsylvania
Candidate Profile
Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Andrew Dixon
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 29
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Temple University, Philadelphia, Masters, 2006
Lafayette College, Easton PA, Bachelors, 2001
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Environmetal Adisory Council, Advisor, Community Service Core
Volunteer, SPCA, Volunteer
Navity of Our Lord Parish, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Centennial School Board, 1
Warminster Committee Person, 2
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (7)
Barack Obama
Conservation Voters of PA
Equality Pennsylvania
Indivisible Lambertville-New Hope
Pennsylvania Conference of Teamsters
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, PSNAP, SEIU,
IEPAT, AFAT, Moms Demand Action, League of Conserv
Labors District Council, Asfcme District 88
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
ActBlue
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
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.
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.
Disagree
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.
No Answer
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.
Strongly Disagree
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Agree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Agree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Neutral
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.
Disagree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly Disagree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Agree
I support sanctuary cities.
No Answer
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Disagree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Neutral
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Agree
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2012 General Election, 2014 General Election, 2014 Democratic Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Democratic Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I support all current laws with respect to Abortion in the State of Pennsylvania.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The Constitution with the balance of power kept checks on man-kinds tendency towards impulsiveness and tendency towards a mob mentality, and recognizing that man-kind does not always consider the right to humanity, that all men are created equal. inclusive of those rights of minorities, and their civil rights.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
We are all of equal worth to humanity and the world, and we are all answerable to the commonality we share, we are all answerable to the greater good and that this may be more than just that of an individuals needs. My Roman Catholic faith imparted the values of social justice, of self-sacrifice and putting the needs of others and the wider community as a conscious intention, caring for those who are less fortunate.
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?
Moderate
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I work as a Democrat on a school board with 7 Republicans, as one of two Democrats, and we passed resolutions, spending decision and on a bipartisan basis.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
To have an economy with well regulated system of rules so this is a consistently applied set of rules, so the enterprise, remains consistent from one administration to another, has a structure which sets expectations, and the framework reduces catastrophic events. Best set of policies to prevent bubbles from forming, prevention of a bubble burst, which doesn't level out a economy.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Medicare for all.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Wage floors. Public infrastructure improvements also create more jobs. "Deregulation happy" and loosened regulations does not work longterm and while a short term boost may be a result, it can have consequences as we saw in 2008.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Experience on school board, environmental advisor, previously taught at Community College and engaged with young people. have critical writing and thinking skills and a natural good listener.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
andrew.dixon@dixon@dixonforpa29.com 2673420328
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I am a family man, dad, loving husband. I help people who are not well positioned to help themselves, by directing them to resources that can provide information and tools for improving their conditions.
