

Kenton Patzkowsky
Republican | Oklahoma
Candidate Profile*
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Kenton Patzkowsky
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 61
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
(Candidate did not provide)
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Balko Community Faith Church, Member, Balko Lions Club
Member, OK Wheat Growers Assoc, VP
NRA, Lifetime Member, Beaver County Farm Services Agency
Numerous Boards
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representative Dist 61, 2
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
none
Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2019
A+
2019
80%, 80% (cum.)†
2019
71%, 71% (cum.)†
2019
63%, 63% (cum.)†
2019
50%
2019
|80%, 80% (cum.)†
2019
|71%, 71% (cum.)†
2019
|63%, 63% (cum.)†
2019
|50%
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
2019
|50%
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (2)
*National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association OK2A
OTHER (1)
*Oklahoma Farm Bureau
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Charles McCall (2018)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates) (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
I support the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, which requires health care providers to provide life-saving treatment for infants who survive an attempted abortion.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Only to save the Life of the Mother.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure 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
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Oklahoma law requires a balanced budget each year, which we meet. The State Auditor and Inspector has been authorized for several audits and they are underway. Those findings will be the guide to waste, fraud and abuse, and will direct our ongoing actions.
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
I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
Yes
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
The State should not have control over nor institute organized religion. Americans should be free to worship when, where and how they want.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Allow cross state lines insurance competition, health savings accounts, transparency in pricing - just a few examples of what we are pursuing to increase access and lower prices for consumers.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
IMMIGRATION
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
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
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Anyone that qualifies under the policies set by the Congress of the United States, and follows the legal route to do so.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe that Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior. I am saved by grace, undeserving and without means to earn salvation myself. His Word is a guide to my actions and words so that I may be a good testimony and help others recognize and receive his gift of eternal 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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
My voting record supports this: OkHouse.gov/legislation Supported HB1182 which authorizes removal of licensure by doctors who perform abortions, Voted to prohibit contracts with companies that boycott Israel (HB3967), Co-authored SB210 which protects election integrity with voter id, co-author Constitutional Carry bill which passed into law (HB2597 in 2019), NRA endorsed in 2018, Oklahoma Second Amendment Association Endorsed 2020.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
40+ years in the private business sector, with businesses in both the oilfield and agriculture sectors. I am a lifelong Republican and a Lifetime Member of the NRA. A longtime member of the Lion's Club, active in my local church, and have served on numerous boards over the years, including the Beaver County Farm Services Agency and Vice President of the Oklahoma Wheat Growers Association. These past two years I have served in the Legislature, learning the process and understanding how to assist constituents as now we work together through the economic challenges brought by COVID-19.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I am honored to serve the people of House District 61. I am a firm believer in the Constitution, life and liberty. I love my home state and am proud to work to help it thrive for generations to come.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None - I believe fully in the 2nd Amendment - the Right to Keep and Bear Arms shall not be infringed.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
The Covid-19 challenge and its effects on Oklahomans have shifted priorities to working to smooth regulatory process so commerce and industry can grow. Defending liberty while also helping as needed for farmers, ranchers, small business and workers to survive - our food supply cannot be compromised. Ongoing water and resource development and technology to connect via broadband across our large rural area to assist with business, education and more.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
We have come a very long way in this and in Oklahoma, these acts are isolated. Racist acts cannot be allowed multiply and become systemic. We must stay on guard. against this and be good examples ourselves.
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