Rick Braun
Libertarian | Wisconsin
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Rick Braun
Party
Libertarian
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
Repr. to the Assembly, Dist. 14
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
AMU, Charles Town, Master's, 2018
AMU, Charles Town, Bachelor, 2016
WORK & MILITARY
USMC, Corporal (E4), 8
AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Scott Walker
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.
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.
Neutral
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.
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.
Agree
George Washington's comment that “Religion and morality are the essential pillars of civil society” is still true today.
Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Neutral
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.
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."
Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Disagree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
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.
Disagree
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2012 General Election, 2014 General Election, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
An abortion should never be allowed. However, a woman should not be denied lifesaving treatment if that treatment could result in the death of the unborn child. To deny such treatment would result in two deaths.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The tendency for power to corrupt those who have it.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a practicing Catholic.
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 Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
No Answer
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Wisconsin unemployment is already at a record low. Lowering taxes and reducing regulations that stunt economic growth are the key to keeping Wisconsin's low unemployment rate.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Reducing costs associated with defensive medicine, and special arrangements between providers and insurance companies.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
The government should work to reduce taxes, and eliminate regulations that create barriers to entry for entrepreneurs and obstacles toward growth for existing businesses.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Global experience from serving in the Marine Corps. Experience working in the private sector. Master's in Political Science, Bachelor's in Business Administration. Currently serving as the secretary for the Libertarian Party of Wisconsin.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
braun4assembly@gmail.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
No Answer
