

John Schroder
Republican | Louisiana
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
John Schroder
Party
Republican
Election Year
2019
Election
Primary
Race
State Treasurer
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
SLU, Hammond, BS, 1984
WORK & MILITARY
US Amry, E-5, 1984-1989
AFFILIATIONS
Knights of Columbus, member, Boys & Girls Club
Board, Christwood, Board
YMCA, Board, Hoops For Kids
Chair, HoopLa, Chair
Hospice Foudation of the South, Former Chair, Southeastern Alumni
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representative, 10 1/2
State Treasure, 20 months
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
Previous Races
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2019
|89% (cum.)†
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
St. Tammany Parish Republicans
OTHER (3)
Alliance for Good Government
GNOR PAC
Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (LABI)
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
State Republican Party
Alliance of Good Governement
Several Republican Executive Committees
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2017)
National Right to Life Committee (2017)
State Republican Party Organizations (2019)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (10)
Alan Seabaugh (2017)
Billy Nungesser (2017)
Clay Schexnayder (2018)
Craig "Bob" Hensgens (2017)
Franklin Foil (2017)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations (2017)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
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
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
0
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
0
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
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
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.
Strongly Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly Agree
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
I believe that improving education is the best way to improve unemployment.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
I believe that improving education is the best way to improve unemployment.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Government should create fair incentives for small and large businesses. Government should get out of the way and let businesses take care of themselves as much as possible.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Government should create fair incentives for small and large businesses. Government should get out of the way and let businesses take care of themselves as much as possible.
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 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 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
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
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?
no answer
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
no 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 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
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.
Strongly Agree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
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
EDUCATION
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
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
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
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.
Strongly Agree
The LGBTQ+ political agenda poses a threat to First Amendment freedoms of speech, expression and religious exercise.
Strongly Agree
I support expanding protections in employment and accommodations based on sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Strongly Disagree
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
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?
Most of mankind's nature is to desire power once given a taste. The Founders tried to limit the government's powers over its citizens.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Most of mankind's nature is to desire power once given a taste. The Founders tried to limit the government's powers over its citizens.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
My wife and I were both born and raised in Catholic families and have raised our children in the Catholic Faith. I practice and teach taking care of others instead of relying on government for our every need. My Catholic faith and Christian lessons are my guide when dealing with my many decisions.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
My wife and I were both born and raised in Catholic families and have raised our children in the Catholic Faith. I practice and teach taking care of others instead of relying on government for our every need. My Catholic faith and Christian lessons are my guide when dealing with my many decisions.
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
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
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.
My views on economic and social issues in the state of Louisiana have been consistent. There are various bills and statements recorded during my position as a Legislator which indicate various conservative views. Validation can be found in the archives. I have had very little to no involvement in foreign policy and immigration.
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
My views on economic and social issues in the state of Louisiana have been consistent. There are various bills and statements recorded during my position as a Legislator which indicate various conservative views. Validation can be found in the archives. I have had very little to no involvement in foreign policy and immigration.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have been educated through life experience, not just formal education. My experiences in life, military, law enforcement, business, investing, earning and reinvesting; hiring and managing people; learning from the ups and downs of business and not relying on government bailouts or handouts; being forced to survive by living within my means; helping others before myself; saving for a rainy day; and always being willing to help those that can not help themselves.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
js@johnschroder.com 985-373-4873
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have been educated through life experience, not just formal education. My experiences in life, military, law enforcement, business, investing, earning and reinvesting; hiring and managing people; learning from the ups and downs of business and not relying on government bailouts or handouts; being forced to survive by living within my means; helping others before myself; saving for a rainy day; and always being willing to help those that can not help themselves.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
no answer
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
js@johnschroder.com 985-373-4873
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
no answer
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
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
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
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
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.
Agree
Gambling should be limited to existing forms and should not be de-regulated or expanded.
Agree
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