

Mike Clampitt
Republican | North Carolina
Candidate Profile*
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Mike Clampitt
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 119
Incumbent
Yes
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
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2020
100%
2022
A+
2021
100%
2018
90%
2021
86%, 89% (cum.)â€
2020
|100%
2022
|A+
2021
|86%, 89% (cum.)â€
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
2017-2018
20%
2017-18
0%, 0% (cum.)â€
2017-2018
|20%
2017-18
|0%, 0% (cum.)â€
ENDORSEMENTS*
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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