
Irene Armendariz-Jackson
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile*
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Irene Armendariz-Jackson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist.16
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Howard Payne University, El Paso, BA
Regent University, Virginia Beach, Masters
WORK & MILITARY
Real Estate Academy, Realtor, 1999
AFFILIATIONS
Primera Iglesia Bautista, Nursery, St. Paul's UMC
Secretary, Daycare Board, Nursery Manager, Childre, Seeberger for Congress, Volunteer Leader, Policy Advisor, Contributor
Compassion International, Contributor, Coronado Baptist Church
Volunteer and Contributor, Southwest Coalition for Life, Guiding Star, Volunteer and Contributor
Pregnancy Center and Fatherhood Solution, Volunteer and Contributor, ACLJ/ International Fellowship of Christians&Jews
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
NONE
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (6)
Texas Right to Life
Ken Paxton
*The New Movement
Jodey Arrington
*Latinos for America First
OTHER (3)
Pete Sessions
Texans for True Conservatives (TexasCPAC)
Red Renaissance
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Mayra Flores, Jodey Arrington, Pete Sessions, Texas Right Life, Hispanic Republicans Assembly of Texas, Poder Latino
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (5)
Greg Abbott (2021)
Hispanic Republicans of Texas (2020)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
Republican Women's Organizations (2021)
WinRed (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (4)
Barbara Carrasco (2022)
Bulldog PAC (2022)
Huck PAC (2022)
WinRed (2022)
QUESTIONNAIRE*
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
The majority of Americans are against abortions ao why is our conscience being violated by sending our tax dollars to an organization whose purpose is to kill babies?
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
As a born again Christian whose priority is to honor God through a deep relationship I know He is the only one who can give and take life, God did not give us authority over human life only over the earth and everything in it, not man.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Never. If a mom's life is in danger, the baby should be delivered and allow for the will of God. If a child is conceived through rape the baby should not receive the death penalty.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Without freedom of conscience we lose our moral fabric. We must defend every right equally understanding the original intent of our forefathers.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Agree
The government doesn't have the authority to impose it's will on individuals or businesses unless they violate the safety of others
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
The state has no authority over the church, but the people have authority over the state.
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
B Diplomacy by force
I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel, and promote the rights of Palestinian refugees.
Strongly Disagree
I believe we should protect the State of Israel; they have been are strongest ally in the middle east.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
The CCP has infiltrated the US endangering our way of life and must be stopped.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Everything in its power and we must begin at home.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Never
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.
In a perfect world, the option would be D, allowing insurance companies to compete for the consumer's business, this would reduce the cost of insurance and provide high quality. Until we get there I choose C
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
The Bible states "if you don't work, you don't eat." There are certain circumstances in which people need help and that's why we have a welfare system, to help.
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
We cannot continue on the path of of spending money we don't have. We are creating a biggerproblem for our children and our grandchildren.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
We need to cut taxes accross the board. Americans should keep their hard earned money. The IRS has become a weapon of the governement to intimidate citizens.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
I live on the border and my husband just retired from being a Border Patrol Agent for 24 years and without any hesitation Border Security must be a priority in November.
State and federal funds shall be denied to any public or private entity, such as a sanctuary city, that is not in compliance with immigration laws.
Strongly Agree
Remember that there is not such thing as governent funded and we the tax payers pay for all of government's reckless policies.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Those who meet the requirements and follow our immigration process.
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
As the wife of a Retired Border Patrol Agent I didn't want him hesistating about using his gun for fear
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?
None Criminals don't follow the law
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
ABOUT YOU
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).
You can watch my interviews on my social media from FOX, Real America's Voice, El Diario, Vice TV, Telemundo and Univsion
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?
My priorities are: Taxes, Border Security, Inflation and ProLife
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes 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.
I am a born again Christian who is very concerned about the direction America is going. I want to make sure we save our country by returning to God.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I want to make sure that every legal vote is protected
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Take away the machines which are so easily manipulated
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, as a Hispanic dark skin woman I have been discriminated against by Mexicans more than whites in America.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
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
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