Mike Chaney
Republican | Mississippi
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Mike Chaney
Party
Republican
Election Year
2019
Election
General
Race
Insurance Commissioner
Incumbent
Yes
Links
EDUCATION
Ms. State University, Starkville, Ms, BS, 1966
Iniversity of the South, Swanee, Tn, Theological Education, 2005
Univ. of Tenn, Knoxville, Tn, Grad study, 1967
WORK & MILITARY
US Army- Viet Nam Vet, E5, 1968-69
AFFILIATIONS
Christ Episcopal Church, License Lay Minister, Vestry, Good Shepard Ministry
Board, YMCA, Board
Chamber of Commerce, President, Economic Development Foundation
Chairman, Episcopal World Mission, Board Member
State Republican Exectutive Comm, Board, Local Chariman, State Employee Health Plan
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Commissioner of Insurance, 12
State Senate, 8
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
State Representative, 7
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (2)
Bully Block
Mississippi Association of Realtors PAC (MARPAC)
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (6)
Alan Nunnelee (2010)
Jeb Bush (2015)
Mitt Romney (2013)
National Republican Congressional Committee (2006)
Roger Wicker (2017)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
To save the mothers life, and in some cases of rape,such as the rape of a minor.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Agree
Socialism provides a robust foundation for a stable economy.
Strongly Disagree
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Job training and career Education, in Cooperation with industry, to be gainfully employed. Government can only facilitate the creation of employment opportunity. Government can not create jobs.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Enable Industry to Create Jobs, by not overtaxing and over regulating.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or business owners because of their deeply held religious beliefs.
Agree
Governments should not penalize those who define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Neutral
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
This is a Complicated question that requires an understanding of all aspects of healthcare. Health Insurance companies are under strict Federal Guidelines (like MLR's)that affect premium cost. There are few regulations for Drug Cost which constitutes over 25% of Insurance Premium cost. Health Care Providers do not think they are paid enough for Medicaid and Medicare so they want more from private insurance. The following will help:1.repeal and/or modify the ACA- Patient Protection Affordable Care Act. 2.Recruit more Health Insurance companies to market affordable insurance. 3.Control prescription Drug Cost by revising PBM's- so consumers get the lowest prices for drugs. 4. Continue to vigorously enforce the balance billing state law to protect consumers (more enforcement power is needed). 5. More preventive care facilities and Education 6.Revise state laws to maintain rural healthcare and access to critical care facilities.7. Prevent abuse of Medicare access by Hospitals.
NATIONAL SECURITY
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 Agree
I support sanctuary cities.
Disagree
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Agree
EDUCATION
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
VALUES
Biblical values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Disagree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Agree
Free speech is under attack on public university and college campuses.
Agree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Agree
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
In order to prevent tyranny and create a Republic, a balance of power was created that prevented overreach by a federal government and which still gave states protected rights to govern. The founders did not want a King, but a Republic ruled by free people.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe that faith in God the father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit gives meaning and purpose to human life. I believe that we should always be mindful and attentive to the needs of others, including spiritual, physical and mental needs. This is the Great commandment. and not socialism.
ABOUT YOU
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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I am not a big fan of labels. I am a Conservative if one considers fifteen Years of Legislative History, with one of the continuous and highest BIPEC ratings every given for over 25 years. (Business and Industry Political Education Committee) This is a measure of free enterprise and job creation support. We need immigration reform, while still maintaining our borders. If one considers that I support public education,education reform and access to healthcare, I might not be labeled a conservative.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Over Fifty years of Business and practical Experience and over 25 years of Government service including legislative and regulative experience. The Job of Commissioner requires continuous education in risk management, healthcare, national and international solvency regulations, cybersecurity and statutory law, actuarial models and prevention of consumer fraud.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
mikechaney00@gmail.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I feel like I make a positive difference in the lives of every Mississippian every day. The job of Commissioner touches every life in various ways from health care for pre birth to post death insurance benefits.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support the death penalty.
Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Disagree
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
No Answer
