Jerry Darnell

Republican | Mississippi

Candidate Profile

Leans Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Jerry Darnell


Party

Republican


Election Year

2019


Election

Primary


Race

State House, Dist. 28


Incumbent

No


Links

Jerry Darnell phones
Jerry Darnell emailFacebookX

EDUCATION

University of Mississippi, University of Mississippi, Master, 1989

University of Mississippi, University of Mississippi, Bachelor, 1985

Northwest Community College, Senatobia, MS, Associate, 1982

WORK & MILITARY

(Candidate did not provide)

AFFILIATIONS

Colonial Hills Chruch, Deacon and Personnel Committee Mnmber, North Delta Planning Commission

Member, Coldwater Fire Department, Firefighter

Rotary Culb FYT, Member

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Alderman, 10.5

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Superintendent of Education, 2015

Race

ENDORSEMENTS

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)

Mississippi Public Education (PAC)

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?

Under no circumstance.


ECONOMY

It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.

Strongly 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?

To have a growing economy.

What role should government play in boosting the economy?

Helping companies provide jobs for Americans.


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?

Did not answer


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.

Strongly 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."

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?

To make sure everyone is represented, and to have a check and balance system. To be sure that one group does not have all the power.

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I am a Christian. I believe that Jesus Christ is our Lord and Savior.


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.

Facebook page.

What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?

I have 32 years in education, as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and a district office administrator, 18 years as a volunteer firefighter, 10.5 years as an alderman, and served on various communities.

E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:

E-mail - jdarnelldistrict28@gmail.com Phone - 662-863-7462

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?

Devoted Christian, Member of Colonial Hills Church Married to my wife for 27 years Three sons: Allen, Brady, and Carson Strong Conservative values 20 year resident of DeSoto County (Hernando)


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support the death penalty.

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.

Neutral


OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

If you are not already receiving our emails, stay up to date with important election alerts, educational articles, and encouraging reminders.

I agree to receive text messages at the phone number provided.