David Rowe

Republican | Pennsylvania

Candidate Profile

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BIOGRAPHY

Name

David Rowe


Party

Republican


Election Year

2020


Election

General


Race

State Rep., Dist. 85


Incumbent

Yes


Links

David Rowe websites FacebookX

EDUCATION

National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan

WORK & MILITARY

(Candidate did not provide)

AFFILIATIONS

East Buffalo Township, Supervisor, Central Susquehanna Fire and Emergency Service Dpt

Board Member, Buffalo Valley Regional Police Dpt, Commissioner

New Hope Lutheran Brethren Church, Musician

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Township Supervisor, 2

County Committeeman, 6

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

(Candidate did not provide)

Race

Previous Races

ENDORSEMENTS

CONSERVATIVE (5)

Firearms Owners Against Crime

National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Pennsylvania

National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF

PA Chamber of Business and Industry

Pennsylvania Pro-life Federation PAC

OTHER (1)

Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA)

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (4)

PA Pro-Life Federation

Americans for Prosperity - PA

PA COAL PAC

Pennsylvania Realtors PAC

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)

Fred Keller (2019)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2018)

State Republican Party Organizations (2020)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (10)

Commonwealth Leaders Fund (2019)

Fred Keller (2020)

Gary Day (2019)

Joe Emrick (2019)

John Hershey (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?

Abortion should be illegal in all instances except that in which the life of the mother would otherwise be lost.


ECONOMY

It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.

Strongly 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?

Pennsylvania is currently facing a multi-billion dollar budget hole. From elimination of expensive and unnecessary governmental entities to transferring funds from Shadow Budget slush funds, there are plenty of opportunities to close the budget gap without increasing taxes.


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?

Separation of Church and State refers to preventing the government from establishing an official religion or prohibiting the free exercise of religious expression.


HEALTHCARE

It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.

Strongly Disagree

How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?

Healthcare rates continue to climb as government intervention and over-regulation increases. The implementation of the Affordable Care Act led to skyrocketing health insurance costs for countless American families. A truly free-market, limited government approach to all sectors of society, including healthcare, will lower costs and increase product quality.


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?

Burdensome immigration requirements push many individuals toward the route of illegal entry into the United States. In addition to strengthening border security to prevent illegal immigration, the legal immigration system should be reformed to make it easier for those individuals with skills and work ethics to immigrate in order to pursue the American dream through hard work, innovation, and a shared love for American culture and ideals.


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 believe that the Bible is the literal written Word of the Lord and share the perspective of our Founding Fathers who knew it was impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and His inspired Word.


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?

Very Conservative

Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.

As a state legislator, I have a clear record of standing up for and supporting conservative causes. My voting record reflects a deep commitment to the sanctity of life, liberty, and the preservation of our God-given civil liberties and Constitutional rights.

What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?

As an elected official, small business owner, community leader, and lifelong resident of the 85th Legislative District, I understand well the challenges facing rural Pennsylvania and am prepared to advocate for our conservative values while fighting for policies that encourage economic growth, support our farmers, and create family-sustaining jobs.

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?

Did not answer


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 Disagree


2ND AMENDMENT

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

Yes

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

The 2nd Amendment of the Constitution of the United States and Article 1, Section 21 of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania clearly prohibit the government from infringing on our right to bear arms. The best way to ensure public safety is to ensure every citizen has a right to defend themselves, their loved ones, and their property.


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?

1) Legislation to protect the sanctity of life. 2) Legislation to project our 2nd Amendment Rights. 3) Legislation to limit the size and scope of government and reduce taxes and spending.

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

Did not answer

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