Anton Sakharov
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Anton Sakharov
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
Governor
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
San Jose State University, BS, 2007
Johns Hopkins Unviversity, MS, 2014
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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Race
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2019)
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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?
Rape, incest, medical emergency. I do not believe state or federal funding should be used for abortions.
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?
I would reduce funding to illegal aliens, unnecessary studies and homelessness.
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?
For me it means that government should never be involved in dictating what religious organizations must/must not provide.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Neutral
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I will reduce regulations and work on allowing insurance companies to compete across state boundaries. I will allow smaller healthcare companies and hospitals to open that will create competitive environment - reducing the cost to the consumers.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
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?
Immigration to U.S. should be capped to a predefined number that our economy needs. Any immigrant needs to pass predefined background, education and language criteria. Criteria for work visas need to be raised to make sure American citizens are hired first and paid the most.
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 Christianity and Judaism is under attack. I believe that our moral compass has been off and we need to get back to faith, family values and responsibility for own actions.
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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
Infrastructure Improve traffic patterns to remove gridlock Incentivize businesses to open new offices in less populated areas of Washington state to distribute employment opportunities, infrastructure wear and capacity Work with the Federal Government on sharing infrastructure renovation cost Small Business Remove unnecessary regulations to eliminate burdensome permit and license processes Guarantee no tax increases for the first five years for small businesses Remove barriers to entry in highly regulated industries to increase competition Accountability Make project accounting details on state projects transparent to the public Modify pre-tender process to allow more competition for state projects Hold state officials accountable for cost overruns and project delays School Safety Implement perimeter and entry security across all public schools Hire veterans as security guards to oversee school security and be the first line of defense Install metal detectors and security systems a
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have Bachelors in Finance and Masters in Project and Organization Management. I have over 13 years of leadership experience were I managed teams, projects and budgets. Our governor should be a sound leader and a manager, making sure our state is thriving, exercising sound financial judgement and working for the people of this state - and this is exactly what I intend to do.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
Never
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Under Anton’s leadership, the state will reduce regulations, attract new businesses, allow existing businesses to thrive and reopen closed industries. As a refugee from the Soviet Union, he has seen the damage caused by too much government, too much regulation, and the importance of a balance of powers in maintaining a free and prosperous life. The Governor of Washington State should not be a career politician but instead a leader and executive manager who is working for the people. As a proud American citizen whose family escaped communism, Anton has realized the American Dream – a dream that is alive and is deserving of every hard-working Washingtonian.
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?
No
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
In order to protect public safety I believe we need to have firearm training in highschools and better mental health access and facilities.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
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?
State agency accountability - holding agencies to achievable goals including budget, project completion, public service satisfaction. School choice - allowing parents to decide where to send their kids for education. This will create competitive environment that will improve education, reduce waste and improve school safety. Tax reduction - capping real estate taxes, elimination of death and estate recovery tax and small business tax freeze.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
I do not believe United States has institutional racism. In fact, I believe Untied States is the only country on earth where anyone from any race, background, culture and origin can achieve the American Dream. What is a threat to domestic security in the United States is disruption to melting pot experience that every resident should go thruough to become American.
