Stewart Cathey Jr.
Republican | Louisiana
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
Stewart Cathey Jr.
Party
Republican
Election Year
2023
Election
Primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 33
Incumbent
Yes
Links
EDUCATION
University of Louisiana-Monroe, Monroe, LA, BBA, 2006
WORK & MILITARY
US Army, Major, 2003-Present
Cathey Group, Partner, 2013-Present
AFFILIATIONS
YMCA of NE LA, Board Member, CCA of Monroe
Committee Member, Monroe Kiwanis, Board Member
Warrior Foundation, Board Member, Republican State Central Committee
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Louisiana State Senate District 33, 4
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Louisiana State Senate District 33
Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2022
100%, 100% (cum.)†
2020-2021
88%
2023
90%, 86% (cum.)†
2022
76%, 78% (cum.)†
2022
|100%, 100% (cum.)†
2020-2021
|88%
2023
|90%, 86% (cum.)†
2022
|76%, 78% (cum.)†
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS*
*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (2)
*National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
Louisiana Manufacturers Political Action Committee (LAMP)
OTHER (3)
NorthPAC/Louisiana Association of Business & Industry (LABI)
Louisiana Hospital Association PAC (HOSPPAC)
Louisiana Motor Transport Association
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (7)
LABI NorthPAC
Louisiana Manufacturers PAC
Louisiana Loggers Association
Louisiana Hospital Association PAC
Health Freedom LA Champion
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (10)
State Republican Party Organizations (2022)
Jeremy Stine (2021)
Julia Letlow (2021)
Luke J Letlow (2020)
Randall "Scotty" Robinson (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (10)
Lifemark PAC (2023)
Patrick Page Cortez (2023)
Louisiana Landowners Association (2021)
Bayou Leadership PAC (2019)
Hewitt PAC (2019)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
National Education Association (national, state & local affiliates) (2022)
The August Group (2020)
OTHER INFORMATION
Citizens for a New Louisiana scorecard for Senator Stewart Cathey
Key Votes from Vote Smart
Recognized by Louisiana Health Freedom as a
legislator they consider to be a Champion of Health Freedom
One of 26 Republicans who voted to override Democrat Governor John Bel Edwards’s veto and reinstate House Bill 648 called the “Stop Harming Our Kids Act,” which shields children from life-altering sex-change. Source: HB648 (la.gov)
Endorsed by Congressman Mike Johnson
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
None!
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I have been 100% pro-life and will continue to be!
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
The corporate tax code should be simplified. The individual tax code should be eliminated, smartly. We have taken steps to reduce personal income tax rates over the past 4 years and hopefully we will be able to eliminate the personal income tax soon!
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I think a plan to effectively work to move citizens off of the Medicaid rolls would effectively reduce government spending by lessening the expenditure in our Medicaid budget. Medicaid was never intended to serve as an insurance policy, if we can improve our business climate decreasing the amount of citizens on Medicaid which would reduce our Medicaid expense this reducing our Medicaid Budget.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
None! One of the biggest mistakes government made during COVID was the forced closure of churches.
HEALTHCARE
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D)Tax-payer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be de-funded.
C. Medicaid and Medicare should remain available
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None! I have authored legislation to address this in multiple sessions.
NATIONAL SECURITY
I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel, and promote the rights of Palestinian refugees.
Strongly Disagree
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
There is a legal path to citizenship in the United States and we should enforce it appropriately.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Agree
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
John 14:6
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
I fully support increasing transparency and security protections to our election system. We must also ensure that liberal third parties are not influencing or tampering with election integrity to elect more George Soros-funded candidates.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No the mainstream media has perpetuated a false narrative that racism in systemically engrained in our country. This is false. We are the land of the free and opportunity for all regardless of race.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost.
A
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The government that governs least governs best.
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
I think my voting record, my pro-life record, and the endorsements and support that I have received for my re-election campaign validates my conservative claims.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized in either civil or criminal court for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
Four years ago, when I assumed office, I promised to always fight for you in Baton Rouge. From safeguarding our children and promoting education to securing vital funding for our crumbling infrastructure. I've stood firm. Guided by the principles of loyalty, integrity, and hard work that served me in the State Senate and as a Combat veteran in the US Army. It’s been a privilege to serve you. Now, I humbly ask you to entrust me once again with your vote; let’s continue our mission of defending our shared values and advocating for a better future.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Strongly Agree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None!
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Gambling should be limited to existing forms and should not be de-regulated or expanded.
Strongly Agree
Children should be protected from sexualization on the internet, in public schools, and in the public libraries
Strongly Agree
