Edward C. Goodwin

Strongly Agree

I agree. Taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood. Public funds should be directed toward life-affirming healthcare, prenatal care, adoption services, and support for women and families — not organizations that profit from ending unborn lives. As conservatives, we believe in protecting life, respecting the conscience of taxpayers, and ensuring government spending reflects those values. Defunding abortion providers is about accountability, mora

I would support the need for an abortion if the life of the mother (and the unborn child) was / were at stake.

Strongly Agree

I agree. Human life is sacred and deserves legal protection from conception until natural death. A just society is measured by how it protects its most vulnerable, and that includes the unborn, the disabled, and the elderly. As conservatives, we believe in the dignity of every human life, personal responsibility, and a culture that values life at every stage. Our laws should reflect those timeless principles and protect life without exception.

Strongly Agree

Agree

Separation of church and state - states should not regulate nor mandate the church. Our nation was founded on the premise of freedom of religion and therefore, the government should not intervene. At the same time, churches should keep these boundaries as well. People should be encouraged to vote, for example, but not be told how or for whom to vote.

Disagree

Strongly Agree

I agree. The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and economic threats to the United States. From cyber espionage and intellectual property theft to unfair trade practices and military expansion, the CCP consistently acts against American interests and values. As conservatives, we believe the United States must remain strong, vigilant, and independent. That means defending our national security, protecting American innovation and workers, strengt

Our history with Israel is rich and must be maintained. Our country was founded on Christian principles which are founded upon the Judeo principles of Israel. Our protection of and our alliance with Israel is not only paramount for the relations between our countries, but critical for the maintenance of peace (as best as possible) in the Middle East.

My view most closely aligns with Option C. Medicaid and Medicare should remain available for those who truly need them, particularly seniors, the disabled, and vulnerable populations. However, expanding taxpayer-funded healthcare beyond these programs risks higher costs, reduced quality of care, and less choice for patients. As conservatives, we believe in personal responsibility, free-market solutions, and patient-centered care. Healthcare works best when competition, innovation, and choice ar

Strongly Disagree

I believe a one-size-fits-all government-mandated minimum wage is not the best way to help workers. Wages are best determined by the free market, local economic conditions, skills, and experience — not Washington mandates that can hurt small business

Strongly Agree

I agree. Free enterprise and the right to private property are cornerstones of a strong and productive economy. When individuals are free to own property, start businesses, and benefit from their hard work, innovation thrives and communities grow. As conservatives, we believe economic freedom empowers people, creates opportunity, and limits government overreach. Protecting private property and free markets ensures prosperity is built from the ground up — not dictated from the top down.

1) More conservative / strict oversight of the use of government funds in all our agencies. From the tracking of business inventory to expensive research. 2) Better training for government employees to be fiscally responsible to follow standard guidelines. 3) Rein in excessive dollars spent for exclusive special interests groups. What is beneficial to our society as a whole must be foremost.

Strongly Disagree

Strongly Agree

I agree. The U.S. Department of Education should be eliminated, and control of education should be returned to states, local communities, and parents. Education decisions are best made close to the students they affect, not by federal bureaucrats issuing one-size-fits-all mandates. As conservatives, we believe local control encourages accountability, innovation, and respect for community values. States and school districts are better equipped to tailor education to their students’ needs while p

Strongly Agree

The goal of the criminal system is justice for our society - punishment for crimes committed and rehabilitation and education for the offending criminal within our penal system. I fully support our law enforcement officers and all those who work in our criminal justice system to keep our citizens safe and protected.

Strongly Agree

I agree. Government has a responsibility to protect children from sexual exploitation during online activities. Safeguarding minors from predators, trafficking, and harmful content is a fundamental duty of public safety and justice. As conservatives, we believe protecting children is non-negotiable. That means enforcing existing laws, holding offenders accountable, supporting law enforcement, and working with families and communities to ensure the internet is not a hunting ground for exploitati

Strongly Agree

I agree. Sharia law should not be accepted or incorporated in any form within the legal framework of the United States. American laws are based on the U.S. Constitution, the rule of law, and equal protection under the law—not on foreign legal systems or religious codes. As conservatives, we believe in religious freedom for individuals, but also in a single, uniform system of civil law that applies equally to everyone. Upholding constitutional law protects liberty, preserves national sovereignty

I believe the most effective way to protect public safety is by enforcing existing laws, not by imposing broad new restrictions on lawful gun owners. Criminals who misuse firearms should face strict penalties, while law-abiding citizens should not be punished for the actions of others. As conservatives, we support the Second Amendment and the right of responsible individuals to own firearms for self-defense, hunting, and sport. Public safety is best served through strong enforcement against vio

Very Conservative

Overall, I would describe myself as a conservative. My views are rooted in limited government, personal responsibility, free enterprise, respect for life, strong national defense, religious liberty, and the importance of family and community. I believe government works best when it is restrained and accountable, allowing individuals, families, and local communities to thrive.

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Strongly Agree

I agree. Parents have a fundamental right—and an essential responsibility—to direct their child’s health, education, and overall well-being. Government should respect and support that role, not undermine it with mandates that override parental judgment. As conservatives, we believe families, not bureaucracies, know what is best for their children. Protecting parental rights strengthens accountability, preserves freedom, and ensures decisions are made in the best interests of each child.

Strongly Agree

I agree. Attempts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex constitute child abuse. Children are not capable of making irreversible medical or life-altering decisions, and it is the responsibility of adults to protect them—not experiment on them. As conservatives, we believe children deserve care, stability, and protection while they mature. Compassion means safeguarding their physical and mental well-being, respecting biological reality, and allowing children to grow wit

Strongly Agree

I agree. Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred institution and a legal union between one man and one woman. It predates government and is foundational to strong families and a stable society. No government has the authority to redefine what God has established. As conservatives, we believe protecting the traditional definition of marriage upholds moral truth, religious liberty, and the social structures that have strengthened communities for generations.

Choose not to answer

I am guided by faith-based values rooted in the belief that God is the foundation of truth, morality, and human dignity. My spiritual beliefs emphasize personal responsibility, respect for life, service to others, and the importance of family and community. These values shape my commitment to integrity, compassion, and stewardship, and they inform how I approach leadership, decision-making, and public service.

Strongly Disagree

Strongly Disagree

Strongly Agree

I agree. Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women’s sports or occupy spaces designated for biological women, including bathrooms, locker rooms, shelters, sorority housing, or correctional facilities. These spaces exist to protect fairness, safety, and privacy for women and girls. As conservatives, we believe in biological reality and common sense. Protecting women’s opportunities and safe spaces is not discrimination—it is about fairness, dignity, and safeguarding hard-won

Strongly Disagree

I do not agree with that statement. While the climate is always changing and environmental stewardship is important, claims of man-made climate change being a global crisis requiring urgent political action are often overstated and used to justify excessive government control. As conservatives, we believe solutions should be rooted in sound science, innovation, and free-market approaches—not mandates that raise energy costs, harm working families, or weaken American competitiveness. Protecting

Nuclear energy. While I support the exploration into other forms of energy, such as wind farms, I believe the best source is nuclear.