Zack Taylor
Republican | Oklahoma
Candidate Profile*
Conservative
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Zack Taylor
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 28
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, BS, 2005
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Seminole County Republicans, Previous Chairman, Seminole rotary club
Member, Seminole First Assembly, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representative district 28, 3
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2019
A
2019
84%, 90% (cum.)†
2019
86%, 85% (cum.)†
2019
80%, 65% (cum.)†
2019
46%
2019
|84%, 90% (cum.)†
2019
|86%, 85% (cum.)†
2019
|80%, 65% (cum.)†
2019
|46%
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)
James Lankford (2014)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (4)
Chad Caldwell (2017)
Chris Kannady (2018)
Jon Echols (2018)
Josh West (2017)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
International Association of Firefighters (includes 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
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 in instances where the mothers life is truly in danger.
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 has a balanced budget, but at the Federal level we are going to have to get our spending on social programs under control.
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?
To me separation of church and state is more about protecting the church and religious liberty from Government interference and overreach.
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?
During my time as State Representative we have worked to decrease prescription drug costs by getting the middle men (PBM’s) out of the way. Ultimately, we need to get government out of the way in healthcare. I will continue to work on free market solutions for the State of Oklahoma. Unfortunately, there is only so much we can do on this subject at the state level, but I will continue to call on our Federal Delegation to act as well.
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 goes through the legal process of immigration.
EDUCATION
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
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.
As a bible believing Christ follower I believe it’s very important to first focus on your daily walk and relationship with God. I believe that there is only one way to Heaven and that is by being born again through our 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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
As a sitting State Representative I have an established and recorded voting record that demonstrates my Conservative values.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I graduated from Oklahoma State University in 2005 with a BS in Aviation Management and a minor in Finance. After graduating college I ended up going into business with my dad and uncle. We currently own and operate about 50 oil wells across Seminole and Pott counties. Being in business has taught me many valuable lessons that I have been able to use during my time as State Representative. In 2017, after the district 28 Rep resigned, I ran for and won that seat. I decided that instead of remaining on the sidelines and complaining about what goes on in government, I would get involved and try to make a difference. Experience matters, and I plan to use the experience I have gained as State Rep to continue making a difference in the only State I have ever known.
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 a husband, married since 2005, and father to one beautiful little girl. I am looking forward to continuing to serve the State and hopefully make Oklahoma a better place for my daughter to grow up and raise a family.
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.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
No further restrictions are needed
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
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?
Continued occupational licensing reform to get the Government out of the way Transparency in the marketplace for healthcare pricing Rural economic development
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is an unacceptable and misguided behavior. No one should ever be discriminated against based upon the color of their skin. We should always work to come together and unite as Americans because no matter what color we are, we are all Americans.
