
Sandra Venson Franklin
Democrat | Louisiana
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Sandra Venson Franklin
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2019
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist 26
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Northeast Louisiana University, Monroe, LA, Bachelor of Science
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
American Registry of Radiologic Technology, 1984-presently, American Society of Radiologic Technologist
1991-presently, Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Ex, 1985-presently
Board of Directors for Area Health Education Cente, 2006-presently, Board of Directors for Rapides Council of Aging
2019, Past Policy Council Member for Save the Children H, 2015-2017
Rapides Parish School Board Member. Dist. 1, 2015-presently
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Democratic Women's Groups (2019)
Democrats for Education Reform (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
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
An abortion should be allowed only for rape and incest.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Neutral
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
I believe the best way to bring down unemployment is to provide a strong educational foundation to help a person to become employable.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
I believe government should be able to provide the financial structure as a support to build a business and provide levels of regulations.
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.
Agree
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I would promote healthcare coverage through employer sponsored insurance and assist individuals with low-income through social safety-net programs
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.
Agree
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Disagree
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.
Did not answer
EDUCATION
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
VALUES
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
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.
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.
Disagree
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
This is because the three branches of government, which are the executive, legislative and judicial are co-equal, were define so that one does not encroach upon the other. This is the ability to have checks and balances to hold our government accountable.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
My spiritual beliefs and values are based on the principles of God's Word.
ABOUT YOU
I voted in these elections:
2012 Primary, 2012 General Election, 2014 Primary, 2014 General Election, 2016 Primary, 2016 General Election, 2018 Primary
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?
Moderate
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I am conservative as it relates to fiscal matters because we should be good stewards of what God has given me. Certain matters as it relate to helping my fellow man, I am somewhat liberal because Jesus said " when unto the least of these, you have done it unto me."
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Did not answer
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
Did not answer
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Work History/Military Adjunct Faculty, Louisiana State University Alexandria, Alexandria, LA- Spring of 2012 Program Director Radiologic Technology Program Louisiana State University Alexandria, Alexandria, LA 2001-2010 Faculty Advisor in Allied Health Department for Advising Center Louisiana State University Alexandria, Alexandria, LA 2006-2010 Faculty Senate 2002-2008 Department of Nursing and Department of Allied Health Louisiana State University Alexandria, Alexandria, LA
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support the death penalty.
Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Disagree
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
Gambling should be limited to existing forms and should not be de-regulated or expanded.
Agree
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