

Polly Thomas
Republican | Louisiana
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Polly Thomas
Party
Republican
Election Year
2019
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist 80
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
Texas A&M University, College Station, Ph.D., 1977
Texas A&M University, College Station, M.S., 1974
Univ. of Southwestern LA, Lafayette, B.A., 1969
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Bunny Fest, Honorary Co-Chair, Lambeth House Foundation
Chair and member, Lambeth House Bd of Directors, member
Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, Board member, Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation
Executive Committee, St. Catherine School Board, President and member
Jeff Parish Republican Exec Committee, Chair and member, Jeff Parish Charter Advisory Comm
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representative, 2016-2019
School Board Member, 1992-1999
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
State Senate, 2003, 2007
2008
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Louisiana Committee for a Conservative Majority
OTHER (6)
GNOR PAC
Louisiana Home Builders Association LHBA
Louisiana Oil & Gas Association (LOGA)
Louisiana State Medical Society (LAMPAC)
National Federation of Independent Business Louisiana PAC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
LABI, NFIB, LCCM, LOGA, LMOGA'
Republican Party of Jefferson Parish,
LAMPAC, LA Hospital Association
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
State Republican Party Organizations (2017)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
National Federation of Independent Business (2019)
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?
Abortion should never be allowed.
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
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Education--beginning at the earliest possible age. Parents should talk and read to their children beginning at birth. Parents must convey to their children that they value education.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Remove barriers to free enterprise. Regulations should address only public safety.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
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 Agree
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 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.
Strongly Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Remove barriers erected by the federal government. Let the market prevail.
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 the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Agree
State and federal funds should be denied to any public or private entity, including but not limited to sanctuary cities, that are not in compliance with immigration laws.
Strongly Agree
EDUCATION
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
The LGBTQ+ political agenda poses a threat to First Amendment freedoms of speech, expression and religious exercise.
Agree
I support expanding protections in employment and accommodations based on sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Strongly Disagree
If children are given instruction in sex education in public schools, it should not express a preference for abstinence but should be comprehensive, offering discussions on various types of sexual orientations and behaviors plus all types of contraceptives.
Strongly Disagree
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Our founding fathers masterfully drafted a constitution that prevented abuse by those who would otherwise be inclined to deal for themselves and not the country, or those who would put personal interests before public service.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a practicing Catholic and am an Extraordinary Minister of the Holy Eucharist. I regularly receive the sacraments. I embrace the Catholic faith.
ABOUT YOU
I voted in these elections:
2012 Primary, 2012 General Election, 2014 Primary, 2014 General Election, 2016 Primary, 2016 General Election, 2018 Primary, 2018 General Election
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.
Numerous organizations have evaluated my voting record which has resulted in my earning their endorsements.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Have worked as a speech therapist, educational diagnostician, college professor preparing educational professionals. Headed the office overseeing special education in Louisiana. Elected to and served on the Jefferson Parish School Board. Served on the St. Catherine of Siena School Board. Volunteered extensively in the community and served in leadership positions in those organizations. Wife, mother, and grandmother.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
polly@pollythomas.com 504-616-6568
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
See my website.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support the death penalty.
Neutral
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.
Strongly Disagree
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Gambling should be limited to existing forms and should not be de-regulated or expanded.
Disagree
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