

Jerry Cirino
Republican | Ohio
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jerry Cirino
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Senator, Dist. 18
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Lake Erie College, Painesville,, BS, 1976
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Cleveland Tight to Life, Chair of Board, Republican Party
Former Central and Executive Committee, Legatus International, Member of the Board
Lakeland Comm College, Chair of Board of Trustees, Lake Erie College
Board of Trustees
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
County Commissioner, 2017-present
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
State Senate, current
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (7)
Buckeye Firearms Association-Ohio
Cleveland Right to Life
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
Ohio Citizens PAC
Ohio Right to Life
OTHER (3)
Ohio Chamber of Commerce PAC
Ohio Republican Party
Ohio State Medical Association PAC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Cong. Dave Joyce
State Senator John Eklund
Senate President Larry Obhof
Senator Matt Huffman
Ohio Value Voters
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (16)
Dave Yost (2018)
David Joyce (2019)
Jim Jordan (2019)
John Eklund (2018)
John Kasich (2010)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Sheet Metal Workers International Association (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Operative Plasterers' and Cement Masons' International Association (2020)
Sheet Metal Workers International Association (2019)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
I support the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, which requires health care providers to provide life-saving treatment for infants who survive an attempted abortion.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Ectopic pregnancies and a valid situation to save the life of the mother.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Foreign aid, endowment for the arts, national public radio and aid to states. Also, eliminate aid to Planned Parenthood.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Strongly Agree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
Yes
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
It means that the government may not establish a state church or infringe on the rights of any faith to practice their faith.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Other than a 'safety net' for those who truly cannot make a living due to a real disability, we should rely on private healthcare to work and provide the right affordable access.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
IMMIGRATION
I am in favor of construction of a wall and other necessary infrastructure on our border that gives complete control over entering and exiting the United States.
Strongly Agree
State and federal funds should be denied to any public or private entity, including but not limited to sanctuary cities, that are not in compliance with immigration laws.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Those wishing to come to America need to go through a significant vetting process and should bring needed skills to our country. In rare cases, those seeking legitimate asylum should be allowed to resettle.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I was raised Catholic and continue to profess this faith. I believe that God created the world and mankind in order to share his love with His creation.
ABOUT YOU
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?
Somewhat Liberal
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
My Facebook page and posts clearly reflect my beliefs. My Bio is also available on my website.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have been a medical device CEO and created jobs and other economic activity; my experience as a County Commissioner also provides me with the experience to understand large budgets and dealing with significant problems facing our community.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
no
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I am not a career politician. I ran for office as Commissioner after I retired at the age of 65. I am running to protect our community values and to help shape policy in the state of Ohio that is good for families.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Current gun laws, if enforced, are adequate. No other laws are required.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
Economic development, education/workforce development and healthcare.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
America is not a racist country. Yes, there are some racist people, but there is no systemic racism. Current racial unrest does pose a serious problem for our security.
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