David Parker
Republican | Mississippi
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
David Parker
Party
Republican
Election Year
2019
Election
General
Race
State Senate, Dist. 2
Incumbent
Yes
Links
EDUCATION
Southern College of Optometry, Memphis, TN, OD, 1995
Christian Brothers University, Memphis, TN, 1991
Southaven High School, Southaven, MS, 1987
WORK & MILITARY
Senate Veteran and Military Affairs, Chairman of Cmte, 2016-2019
AFFILIATIONS
Trinity Health Board, Member of Volunteer Med Service Board, American Board of Optometry
Diplomat 1 from Mississippi, American Optometric Assn, State Gvt Relations Cmte Member
American Optometric Assn, Student and New Grad Cmte Member, Mississippi Optometric Assn
Pres, VP, Treasurer, Sec over years, Mississippi DUI Task Force, Legislative Lead Formation
Life Fellowship Church, Volunteer, Getwell Church
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
MS Senate District 2, 2013-2019
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
None
Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
National Federation of Independent Business NFIB Mississippi PAC
OTHER (1)
Mississippi Association of Realtors PAC (MARPAC)
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (4)
Mississippi Optometric Association
MS Small Business Association
BIPEC- Business Champion Endorsement
NRA-
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (4)
Delbert Hosemann (2019)
Roger Wicker (2017)
State Republican Party Organizations (2014)
Trent Kelly (2015)
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.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
No instance other than rape or incest
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.
Strongly Agree
Socialism provides a robust foundation for a stable economy.
Strongly Disagree
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Cutting taxes to encourage a business environment that allows companies to hire more workers. In addition, promoting a desire in people to achieve the American Dream. This Dream never involved the government creating jobs.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
The Government should get out of the way for the economy to be boosted!
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or business owners because of their deeply held religious beliefs.
Strongly 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.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Businesses should receive incentives for providing group healthcare. In addition, allowing pools of employers or workers to band together to form unique groups can bring cost down as well.
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.
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
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
EDUCATION
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly Disagree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
Free speech is under attack on public university and college campuses.
Strongly Agree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The fear that one man or woman would aspire to overthrow the democracy that makes our country great. History has proven that the love of power has been the downfall of strong countries all the way back to Biblical days.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontious Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. The third day he rose from the dead, ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty: from thence He shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. To me the Apostles Creed is the foundation that forms my moral compass and my desire to live the great commission by spreading the gospel as I do life.
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?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
My voting record on taxes, the right to life, and my desire to get government out of the way. I have been awarded the Patrick Henry Award by the Natonal Guard. I have been recognized as a Champion for Children by the Foundation on Government Accountability. I have been awarded the Legislator of the Year Award by Mother’s Against Drunk Driving to name just a few.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
In addition to my medical expertese as an Optometrist for 25 years, I have met and spoken to patients each day for years. The patients I see are from all economic and social backgrounds so I understand many different life and cultural backgrounds. This background has led me to always consider the lowest common denominator in decision making. For example, in education the lowest common denominator is the child. If you make each and every decision with the best interest of the child in mind, the policy you champion will be of benefit to all. It has been my honor to serve using this as my guide.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
Dparker@senate.ms.gov
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I thank each and every one of you for taking the time to research candidates. An educated voter is essential for our state and nation to continue to excel and prosper!
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly 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.
Strongly Disagree
