Jon Hardister
Republican | North Carolina
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jon Hardister
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
Commissioner of Labor
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Grimsley Senior High School, Greensboro, Diploma, 2001
Greensboro College, Greensboro, BA - Political Science, 2006
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Revolution Academy, Founding Board Member, Greensboro College
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
NC House District 59, 2013 - Present
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
NC Labor Commissioner, 2024
Race
Previous Races
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2013
100%
2021
100%
2022
98%
2023
98%
2021-2022
86%
2023
88%, 84% (cum.)â€
2023
50%
2013
|100%
2022
|98%
2023
|98%
2021-2022
|86%
2023
|88%, 84% (cum.)â€
2023
|50%
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
2017-2018
20%
2021-22
17%, 8% (cum.)â€
2017-2018
|20%
2021-22
|17%, 8% (cum.)â€
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (8)
Greg Murphy
John Bell
Jimmy Dixon
Karl Gillespie
Jake Johnson
OTHER (15)
Steve Troxler
Kevin Corbin
Ray Pickett
Bill Ward
Celeste Cairns
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (42)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2023)
Republican Women's Organizations (2023)
State Republican Party Organizations (2023)
Young Republican National Federation (2023)
Ashley Seshul (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (44)
Andy Dulin (2023)
Ann Schneider (2023)
Britt W. Moore (2023)
Lee Haywood (2023)
Mark Hollo (2023)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (3)
Service Employees International Union (2020)
North Carolina Advocates for Justice (2018)
North Carolina Voters for Animal Welfare (2016)
OTHER INFORMATION
Jonathan Hardister's Public Statements on VoteSmart.
In this video, John Hardister says he supports sports gambling, mentions that he is against outlawing abortion, and says he is "center" on the issue.
Regarding the Dobbs decision in which the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, John Hardister issued a press statement saying he would not vote for a full abortion ban.
This article quotes John Hardister on his opposition to a bill which would give marriage officiants the choice to "opt out" of performing same-sex marriages that go against their religious beliefs.
This article discusses Jon Hardister's support of repealing HB2, the "bathroom bill."
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
When a woman is raped, when the pregnancy involves incest, or when the life of the mother is in danger.
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
When a woman is raped, when the pregnancy involves incest, or when the life of the mother is in danger.
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Strongly Agree
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
Taxpayers should not be forced to fund organizations that administer services related to abortion. As a member of the NC House, I voted to provide funding for maternity clinics that support pregnant mothers.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
Taxpayers should not be forced to fund organizations that administer services related to abortion. As a member of the NC House, I voted to provide funding for maternity clinics that support pregnant mothers.
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I have voted to lower taxes and simplify the tax code, allowing hard-working people to keep more of the money they earn. This approach has helped NC become rated the "Best State for Business" according to CNBC. I have also cosponsored legislation to prevent the government from taking private property without just compensation.
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I have voted to lower taxes and simplify the tax code, allowing hard-working people to keep more of the money they earn. This approach has helped NC become rated the "Best State for Business" according to CNBC. I have also cosponsored legislation to prevent the government from taking private property without just compensation.
What is your position on the minimum wage?
The government should allow wages to be driven by private enterprise and productivity. When our economy grows, more jobs will be created and wages will increase naturally in the free market.
What is your position on the minimum wage?
The government should allow wages to be driven by private enterprise and productivity. When our economy grows, more jobs will be created and wages will increase naturally in the free market.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
As a member of the NC House, I worked to enact a law that prevents government agencies from making investment and employment decisions based on ESG. If elected Labor Commission, I will oppose any efforts from the federal government to promote ESG through the labor market.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
As a member of the NC House, I worked to enact a law that prevents government agencies from making investment and employment decisions based on ESG. If elected Labor Commission, I will oppose any efforts from the federal government to promote ESG through the labor market.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
None. There is no circumstance in which the government should close churches. Religious freedom is a right that is protected by the US Constitution. As a member of the NC House, I voted to restrict executive orders to 30 days, at which point those orders must be submitted to the Council of State for approval. If elected to serve on the Council of State, I would vote to oppose any executive order that would close churches.
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
None. There is no circumstance in which the government should close churches. Religious freedom is a right that is protected by the US Constitution. As a member of the NC House, I voted to restrict executive orders to 30 days, at which point those orders must be submitted to the Council of State for approval. If elected to serve on the Council of State, I would vote to oppose any executive order that would close churches.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
This is a matter that should be left to the private sector and the free market.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
This is a matter that should be left to the private sector and the free market.
Should religious schools which accept state funds be allowed to only admit families and students who agree to adhere to their statement of faith?
Yes
Should religious schools which accept state funds be allowed to only admit families and students who agree to adhere to their statement of faith?
Yes
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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
C - The government should provide a safety to those who are truly in need but health insurance should be predominantly driven by the free market.
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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
C - The government should provide a safety to those who are truly in need but health insurance should be predominantly driven by the free market.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I believe vaccinations should be a personal decision that is made between a person and their health care provider.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I believe vaccinations should be a personal decision that is made between a person and their health care provider.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I sponsored legislation that would ban China from acquiring land in NC. This is important to protect our agriculture industry, our military bases, and our national security.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I sponsored legislation that would ban China from acquiring land in NC. This is important to protect our agriculture industry, our military bases, and our national security.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes. Israel is a friend and ally that supports democracy and individual freedom. It is in our national security interest to support them, especially as they are grappling with attacks from a terrorist organization. I have visited Israel and I have seen first-hand how much they support our country and view us as an ally on the world stage.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes. Israel is a friend and ally that supports democracy and individual freedom. It is in our national security interest to support them, especially as they are grappling with attacks from a terrorist organization. I have visited Israel and I have seen first-hand how much they support our country and view us as an ally on the world stage.
EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I have sponsored and voted for legislation that has expanded school choice. This includes preserving the right to homeschool; establishing and expanding the Opportunity Scholarship program; creating an ESA program; and enhancing the ability of charter schools to operate.
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I have sponsored and voted for legislation that has expanded school choice. This includes preserving the right to homeschool; establishing and expanding the Opportunity Scholarship program; creating an ESA program; and enhancing the ability of charter schools to operate.
VALUES
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
As a member of the NC House, I voted in favor of a bill that would ban government-funded gender transition procedures.
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
As a member of the NC House, I voted in favor of a bill that would ban government-funded gender transition procedures.
No healthcare diagnosis or treatment, whether mental, reproductive, or otherwise, should be given to a child without first receiving written consent from the parent unless an emergency situation arises risking immediate death.
Strongly Agree
It is common sense that a parent should be involved in a decision of this nature. Parents, not the government, should be the primary caretaker for their children.
No healthcare diagnosis or treatment, whether mental, reproductive, or otherwise, should be given to a child without first receiving written consent from the parent unless an emergency situation arises risking immediate death.
Strongly Agree
It is common sense that a parent should be involved in a decision of this nature. Parents, not the government, should be the primary caretaker for their children.
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I voted to ban minors from having gender transition procedures. This bill is now law, as the NC General Assembly successfully overrode the governor's veto. We also took steps to protect children in grades K-4 from instruction that is not age appropriate.
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I voted to ban minors from having gender transition procedures. This bill is now law, as the NC General Assembly successfully overrode the governor's veto. We also took steps to protect children in grades K-4 from instruction that is not age appropriate.
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
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
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian and I pray for strength and guidance on a daily basis.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian and I pray for strength and guidance on a daily basis.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
Voting absentee by mail ballot should be limited to those meeting at least one of the following criteria: 1) 65 years of age or older on Election Day, 2) sick or disabled, 3) expecting to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day, or 4) confirmed to be absent from the county of registration during voting.
Strongly Agree
Voting absentee by mail ballot should be limited to those meeting at least one of the following criteria: 1) 65 years of age or older on Election Day, 2) sick or disabled, 3) expecting to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day, or 4) confirmed to be absent from the county of registration during voting.
Strongly Agree
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, we are not a racist country. We should oppose all forms of racism when it arises, but our nation is not plagued with systemic racism.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, we are not a racist country. We should oppose all forms of racism when it arises, but our nation is not plagued with systemic racism.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
CRT is a false, divisive theory that creates unnecessary polarization in our country.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
CRT is a false, divisive theory that creates unnecessary polarization in our country.
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I voted for legislation to protect women's sports. I had the honor of making the motion to pass the bill in the House Rules Committee.
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
As a member of the NC House, I voted for legislation to protect women's sports. I had the honor of making the motion to pass the bill in the House Rules Committee.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
A - We need to take steps to increase our energy independence and decrease costs on businesses and consumers. We can do this while also following common sense protocols to keep our air and water clean.
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
A - We need to take steps to increase our energy independence and decrease costs on businesses and consumers. We can do this while also following common sense protocols to keep our air and water clean.
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To protect our constitutional rights, defend our freedom and maintain public safety.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To protect our constitutional rights, defend our freedom and maintain public safety.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No.
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No.
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No.
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
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
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
We need to increase funds to support our police departments. Public safety is one of the most crucial responsibilities of government. Men and women who serve and protect deserve our full support.
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
We need to increase funds to support our police departments. Public safety is one of the most crucial responsibilities of government. Men and women who serve and protect deserve our full support.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
There are no new restrictions needed on gun ownership in NC. As a member of the NC House, I took an oath to uphold and defend the state and federal constitutions. This includes adherence to the 2nd Amendment of the US Constitution.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
There are no new restrictions needed on gun ownership in NC. As a member of the NC House, I took an oath to uphold and defend the state and federal constitutions. This includes adherence to the 2nd Amendment of the US Constitution.
