Yvonne Hayes Hinson
Democrat | Florida
Candidate Profile
Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Yvonne Hayes Hinson
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 3
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
University of Florida, Gainesville, B.A.E, 1971
University of Florida, Gainesville, M.A.E, 1972
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Childstart Learning Solutions, LLC, Founder and CEO, Alachua County Democratic Executive Committee
Membership Chair, Gainesville Housing Authority Governing Board, Finance Chair
Alachua County Branch N.A.A.C.P., Board Member, University of Florida Black Alumni Association
President
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Gainesville City Commission District 1, 4
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (3)
Democratic Progressive Caucus of Florida
Florida LGBTA Democractic Caucus
National Women's Political Caucus
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
African American Accountability Association
Moms Demand Action
Florida Democratic Progressive Caucus
Human Rights Council of North and Central Florida
Leap Forward
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Disagree
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.
Strongly 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.
Strongly Agree
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.
Neutral
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.
Strongly Agree
Additional regulations are needed to prevent climate change.
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly Disagree
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."
Agree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Agree
It is OK for Congress to exempt itself from compliance with laws applicable to all citizens.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Neutral
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Agree
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 Democratic Primary, 2012 General Election, 2012 Democratic Primary, 2014 General Election, 2014 Democratic Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Democratic Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
A woman's right to choose her reproductive care, whether receiving an abortion or not, should be allowed and take precedent as established by the United States Supreme Court.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
We need teachers and youth workers to recognize and report their suspicions of radicalization to the police and criminal justice authorities, as well as more closely monitor websites posting hate speech. In this way, it is possible to stop radicalization in time and prevent it from leading to terrorism.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
In 1987, Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall delivered a lecture, "The Constitution: A Living Document," in which he argued that the Constitution must be interpreted in light of the moral, political, and cultural climate of the age of interpretation.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
United Methodist.
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?
Liberal
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I will fight for the real needs of the working families of Florida, rather than the powerful interests in Washington. With a proven track record of extraordinary private and public sector success as a self-made entrepreneur, and then as a City Commissioner, I demonstrate the leadership skills necessary to break one-party rule in Washington and bring Floridians together to get things done.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
By supporting a bill, and or crafting legislation to pass a universal, single payer healthcare system.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
The government's policies, actions, and agenda have a direct tie to the economy. We must ensure that out elected officials are acting in the best interest of our constituents.
What changes should be made to the tax code?
We need to stop unfairly taxing the lower and middle class of America, while leaving huge breaks for corporations and the wealthy.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
By better funding career placement programs, stimulating the economy, and paying workers a fair wage.
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
by holding our government spending accountable, all while ensuring the proper allocation of funds.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
As a 15 year principal of a magnet school of the arts, I received national and state recognition for my innovative ideas, initiatives and solutions created for schools, school communities, and the school district. I began volunteering in the community serving on the Obama08 nationwide campaign in Charleston, S. C. as well as the local Alachua County campaign once he won the primary. Afterwards, I served as the Membership chair of the Alachua County Democratic Executive Committee, the Finance Chair of the Gainesville Housing Authority Governing Board, and board member of the Alachua County Branch N.A.A.C.P. I also served in many leadership capacities at my church, Mt. Pleasant United Methodist.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
yvonneforcongress@gmail.com (239)-443-8938
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Yvonne is a product of the Gainesville, Florida community; born, raised and educated. She is a ’71 and ’72 graduate from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Special Education. She has taught children with neurological and behavioral challenges in New York, Miami and Atlanta. While in Miami she became a counselor, staffing specialist, assistant principal and principal.
