

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
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
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