

Larry W Potts
Republican | North Carolina
Candidate Profile*
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Larry W Potts
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 81
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
DCCC, Lexington NC, 1970
Spokane CC, Spokane WA, 1975
Inland Empire School of the Bible, Spokane WA, 1973
WORK & MILITARY
USAF, Sgt, 1966-70
AFFILIATIONS
WFBH-Lexington Medical Ctr, Past Executive Board Member, Gideons International
Member, Davidson County EDC, Executive Board
PART, Past VP, Davidson County DSS Board
Past Chairman, Davidson County BD of Commissioners, Former. 21 years
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
NC House, 3
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (2)
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
*North Carolina Values Coalition
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (10)
April Wood (2020)
Committee to Elect Republican Women (2021)
Eddie Gallimore (2019)
John Szoka (2020)
Josh Dobson (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Jasie S. Barringer (2017)
National Federation of Independent Business (2020)
Pat Hurley (2016)
Rayne Brown (2016)
Stan Bingham (2018)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
none except to save life of mother
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?
i is and should be left up to states--prefer Heartbeat law---which the current governor will veto
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
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?
state taxes have been consistently been cut the last 6 years
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
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?
no government interference in church affairs
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.
c
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
none
EDUCATION
States should allow parents to use the Opportunity Scholarship Program to fund private school for their children.
Agree
In what situations does a parent not have the right to know what their child is being taught in public school?
all situations
When should parents be restricted from speaking in school board meetings?
no
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Agree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Christian by salvation in Christ
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
less early voting and verification of mail in ballots
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
no--Racism should not exist in a free society--it does not affect national security
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?
protect our citizens--provide to interstate transportation rules and laws --secure our borders and protect national interest at home and abroad
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).
na
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 the survey is adequate
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Agree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
none
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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