Mike Clampitt

Republican | North Carolina

Candidate Profile*

Leans Conservative

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Mike Clampitt


Party

Republican


Election Year

2022


Election

General


Race

State Rep., Dist. 119


Incumbent

Yes


Links

Mike Clampitt websitesMike Clampitt phones Mike Clampitt emailFacebook

EDUCATION

Swain County HS, Bryson City, NC, Yes, 1973

Forsyth Co. Com. Col., Winston-Salem, Yes, 1974

Rowan Cabarrus Com Col, Salisbury, Yes, 1976

WORK & MILITARY

South Fork VFD, Lt., 3 yrs.

Charlotte Fire Dept, Fire Captain, 1977-2004

Central Piedmont Community College, Director of Fire/Rescue/Safety, 1990-2004

AFFILIATIONS

Swain County Republicans, Chairman (2008-2010), Office of Economic Opportunity

Board Member, NC Fire/Rescue Instructors, Member

National Fire Academy Alumni, Member, John Locke

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

119 House Representatives NC 2016-2018, 2

119 House of Representatives NC 2020-2022, 2

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Chairman-County Com.

County Com.

Race

Previous Races

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

*North Carolina Values Coalition

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (8)

Andy Dulin (2018)

Catherine Whiteford (2021)

Jim Davis (2016)

Karl Gillespie (2022)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2021)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (23)

Allen McNeill (2014)

Bert Jones (2014)

Chris Whitmire (2014)

Dana Bumgardner (2014)

Dennis Riddell (2020)


OTHER INFORMATION

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

Life of the mother/incest/rape.

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Agree

If Roe v. Wade is overturned by the US Supreme Court, how far are you willing to go to roll back North Carolina's statutory abortion law that allows abortion up to 20 weeks?

yes

I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.

Neutral

Would you support a limitation on chemical abortion that protects women from taking abortion pills without the care and supervision of a qualified physician?

Yes


ECONOMY

The government should do more to close the gap between the working class and the wealthy.

Disagree

What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?

reduced corporate taxes and eliminate the state income tax.

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

What should be the relationship between the church and the state?

open


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.

"B"

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

!. Religious exception, 2. only tried, tested and proved FDA vax, 3. NO governmental public trials of vax


EDUCATION

States should allow parents to use the Opportunity Scholarship Program to fund private school for their children.

Strongly Agree

They pay taxes too!

In what situations does a parent not have the right to know what their child is being taught in public school?

NONE-parents have a total right to know WHAT is being taught to their child.

When should parents be restricted from speaking in school board meetings?

NEVER-they are afforded the rights of free speech and attend open board meetings.


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.

Neutral

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.

Sothern Missionary Baptist


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?

1. A clear and concise definition of "residence" and "domicile", for voting purposes. 2.absentee balloting process 3. same day registration and voting


EQUALITY

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

yes, there seems to be a push by the media to upset, divide, and destroy the fabric of the country using emotional hatred


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"


ABOUT YOU

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

limited government intrusion and regulations into business and individual's lives.

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).

Facebook post "Interview with Representative Mike Clampitt" by Mark Shriver

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?

I believe that the public has a right to live, work and play in a safe and secure environment. i work diligently for making the public safer.


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?

keeping weapons out of the possession of illegals and non-citizens

Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.

Strongly Disagree


OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES

Would you support legislation that prohibits biological boys from competing on girls sports teams?

Yes

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