Randy Randleman
Republican | Oklahoma
Candidate Profile*
Leans Conservative
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Randy Randleman
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 15
Incumbent
Yes
Links
EDUCATION
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, PH.D, 1996
Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, Masters, 1986
Tulsa University, Tulsa, Bachelors, 1976
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Oklahoma Psychological Association, President, Oklahoma State Board of Examiners
Member, Oklahoma Psychological Association, Federal Advocacy Coordinator
OHCA Behavioral Advisory Committee, Member, Oklahoma School Psychological Association
Member, National Rifle Association, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representative, 2018 to 2020
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2019
A
2019
87%, 87% (cum.)†
2019
81%, 81% (cum.)†
2019
60%, 60% (cum.)†
2019
47%
2019
|87%, 87% (cum.)†
2019
|81%, 81% (cum.)†
2019
|60%, 60% (cum.)†
2019
|47%
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
2019
|40%
ENDORSEMENTS*
*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (3)
*National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
*Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association OK2A
Oklahomans for Health and Parental Rights
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Chris Kannady (2018)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (7)
Advance Freedom (2019)
Charles McCall (2018)
Chris Kannady (2019)
Jon Echols (2018)
Kevin Wallace (2018)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates) (2019)
National Education Association (national, state & local affiliates) (2018)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
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
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
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?
If the life of the mother is at stake.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
If the life of the mother is at stake.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
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
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?
Areas where fraud or there is abuse of the system. I would like transparency to determine those areas of fraud and abuse and less governmental agencies and restrictions which cost the taxpayers money which could be better used elsewhere. I would reduce spending as President Trump has in addressing other countries paying their fair share in organizations where the United States has been paying more than their share.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Areas where fraud or there is abuse of the system. I would like transparency to determine those areas of fraud and abuse and less governmental agencies and restrictions which cost the taxpayers money which could be better used elsewhere. I would reduce spending as President Trump has in addressing other countries paying their fair share in organizations where the United States has been paying more than their share.
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
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
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
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?
Our founders intended the government to not show preference to a certain religion but did not intend to take God or religious values out of government and policies. Separation of church and state to me means that I am free to choose and exercise my faith without government interference. The church should not rule over government and the government should not take away my freedom to exercise my religion.
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Our founders intended the government to not show preference to a certain religion but did not intend to take God or religious values out of government and policies. Separation of church and state to me means that I am free to choose and exercise my faith without government interference. The church should not rule over government and the government should not take away my freedom to exercise my religion.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
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?
I believe everyone should have some ownership in healthcare and contribute which would better safeguard against abuse and fraud. Putting private market back in the picture would provide choices and the competition would help reduce costs to make health care more affordable and accessible. I also believe that incentives based on health outcomes are important.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I believe everyone should have some ownership in healthcare and contribute which would better safeguard against abuse and fraud. Putting private market back in the picture would provide choices and the competition would help reduce costs to make health care more affordable and accessible. I also believe that incentives based on health outcomes are important.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
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
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
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?
Those who enter the United States following immigration laws and who believe in our American values and are willing to be a contributing member to society.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Those who enter the United States following immigration laws and who believe in our American values and are willing to be a contributing member to society.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
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
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 am a Christian and have been a man of faith since early childhood. My faith guides my decisions and is the basis of my family, businesses and my job as State Representative for District 15. I base my beliefs on scripture and Biblical principles and feel God has placed me at the capitol to defend religious beliefs and safeguard against further government control.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian and have been a man of faith since early childhood. My faith guides my decisions and is the basis of my family, businesses and my job as State Representative for District 15. I base my beliefs on scripture and Biblical principles and feel God has placed me at the capitol to defend religious beliefs and safeguard against further government control.
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.
The legislation that I support speaks to my views on issues related to economics, social matters, foreign policy and immigration. I was endorsed by the NRA in 2018 and currently have an A rating with the Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association. I have co-authored Pro-Life legislation, authored legislation on education and mental health issues as well as supported legislation supporting Israel.
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
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology as well as a Masters in Educational Counseling and a Bachelors in Education. I have successfully built three mental health businesses and those businesses continue to prosper. I have experience as a realtor and managing construction. I have been the President of the Oklahoma Psychological Association and served on the Oklahoma Health Care Authority Board, as well as been a member of the State Board of Examiner’s for Psychologists. I was the Federal Advocacy Coordinator for Oklahoma for the American Psychological Association and served on the State Leadership Committee for the American Psychological Association. These experiences have given me the opportunity to work at the State Capitol and in Washington D.C.
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
The legislation that I support speaks to my views on issues related to economics, social matters, foreign policy and immigration. I was endorsed by the NRA in 2018 and currently have an A rating with the Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association. I have co-authored Pro-Life legislation, authored legislation on education and mental health issues as well as supported legislation supporting Israel.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology as well as a Masters in Educational Counseling and a Bachelors in Education. I have successfully built three mental health businesses and those businesses continue to prosper. I have experience as a realtor and managing construction. I have been the President of the Oklahoma Psychological Association and served on the Oklahoma Health Care Authority Board, as well as been a member of the State Board of Examiner’s for Psychologists. I was the Federal Advocacy Coordinator for Oklahoma for the American Psychological Association and served on the State Leadership Committee for the American Psychological Association. These experiences have given me the opportunity to work at the State Capitol and in Washington D.C.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
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?
Did not answer
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Did not answer
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
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
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
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
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?
Fixing our mental and healthcare systems back in accordance with our Judeo-Christian values Defending freedoms of Life and Liberty Education
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Did not answer
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
Fixing our mental and healthcare systems back in accordance with our Judeo-Christian values Defending freedoms of Life and Liberty Education
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Did not answer
