Cyndy Jacobsen
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile*
Conservative (Conditional)
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Cyndy Jacobsen
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 25 - Pos. 2
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA, Masters in Professional Accountancy, MPA, 2010
Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA, BA Economics Accounting, 1983
Decatur High School, Federal Way, WA, HS Diploma, 1977
WORK & MILITARY
City of Puyallup, Adjunct Faculty - Math, 2.5
Pierce College Puyallup, Adjunct Faculty - Math, 10
Puyallup Schools, Substitute Para-educator, 10
Various, Accountant, tutor, homeschool mom, real estate
AFFILIATIONS
Shaw Road Elementary, Volunteer, Puyallup Police Department
Citizen's Academy, Pierce County, Birth to 25 Committee
Willow Gardens, HOA President, Mel Korum YMCA
Booster Club President, Mel Korum YMCA, Homeschool PE Instructor
Emerald City Gymnastics Academy, Booster Club Treasurer, Sunrise Baptist
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Puyallup City Council, 2.5
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS*
*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (6)
Chris Gildon
*Family Freedom Coalition of Washington
Family Policy Institute of Washington Action
Human Life of Washington PAC
National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) Washington
LIBERAL (1)
Log Cabin Republicans of Washington
OTHER (4)
Associated Builders and Contractors Western Washington
Associated General Contractors of Washington Build PAC
Kelly Chambers
Mainstream Republicans of Washington
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Bruce Dammeier, Pierce County Executive
Hans Zeiger, 25th District Senator
Kelly Chambers, State Representative
Chris Gildon, State Representative
Jim Kastama, Puyallup City Council
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)
Chris Gildon (2018)
Duane Davidson (2020)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (3)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
National Federation of Independent Business (2020)
State Republican Party Organizations (2020)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
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
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
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 allowed to save the life of the mother only. I support programs in my community to help moms and babies, such as Step by Step and programs to help school kids such as Communities in Schools. I value life from conception to old age.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Abortion should be allowed to save the life of the mother only. I support programs in my community to help moms and babies, such as Step by Step and programs to help school kids such as Communities in Schools. I value life from conception to old age.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
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
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?
Many of the things in our state budget are not discretionary such as school funding under McCleary and unfunded federal mandates for medicaid. So what do we do? I propose that we roll back spending to earlier levels until we can get back on our feet. We could also temporarily postpone certain capital expenditures. The 2017 biennial budget was 44 billion but by 2019 that number had risen to 52 billion. This is an 18% increase. We can figure this out without raising taxes.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Many of the things in our state budget are not discretionary such as school funding under McCleary and unfunded federal mandates for medicaid. So what do we do? I propose that we roll back spending to earlier levels until we can get back on our feet. We could also temporarily postpone certain capital expenditures. The 2017 biennial budget was 44 billion but by 2019 that number had risen to 52 billion. This is an 18% increase. We can figure this out without raising 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 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.
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.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
Yes
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?
The first amendment's dictum on religion seems simple: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof". We get to practice our religion freely and congress does not get to establish any particular religion. Separation of church and state is a long held tenet that originated when Thomas Jefferson called the 1st amendment a “high wall of separation between church and state.” This statement has been quoted in many Supreme Court cases regarding the 1st amendment. I believe that the church and government are separate spheres. Men have died for the right for the church to be free of undue state influence. Similarly, government should protect the freedom of those who wish to practice their religion but not favor any particular religion. I am not a constitutional scholar, but I am a person of faith. This is how I understand the first amendment and the corollary doctrine of separation of church and state.
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
The first amendment's dictum on religion seems simple: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof". We get to practice our religion freely and congress does not get to establish any particular religion. Separation of church and state is a long held tenet that originated when Thomas Jefferson called the 1st amendment a “high wall of separation between church and state.” This statement has been quoted in many Supreme Court cases regarding the 1st amendment. I believe that the church and government are separate spheres. Men have died for the right for the church to be free of undue state influence. Similarly, government should protect the freedom of those who wish to practice their religion but not favor any particular religion. I am not a constitutional scholar, but I am a person of faith. This is how I understand the first amendment and the corollary doctrine of separation of church and state.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
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?
First, it is important to remember that in a good economy, health care access is less of an issue for many people. We need to pursue policies that promote a robust economy. Clearly, as a compassionate society, we are responsible for aiding those folks who cannot obtain health care on their own. Prior to the enactment of Obama care, there were many private programs to aid those who faced medical bills they could not afford. There are quite a few market-based solutions to promote better access to health care for all: health savings accounts, more consumer choices for plans, and possibly tort reform. My policy decisions will be informed by a compassionate market-driven approach.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
First, it is important to remember that in a good economy, health care access is less of an issue for many people. We need to pursue policies that promote a robust economy. Clearly, as a compassionate society, we are responsible for aiding those folks who cannot obtain health care on their own. Prior to the enactment of Obama care, there were many private programs to aid those who faced medical bills they could not afford. There are quite a few market-based solutions to promote better access to health care for all: health savings accounts, more consumer choices for plans, and possibly tort reform. My policy decisions will be informed by a compassionate market-driven approach.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
No Answer
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
No Answer
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.
No Answer
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.
No Answer
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.
No Answer
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.
No Answer
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
We are a country of immigrants. Immigrants have traditionally been some of the hardest working and grateful citizens in our country. My default is to protect those who play by the rules and who are willing to work hard. Since immigration is a federal issue, and I am running for the state legislature, I will leave it at that.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
We are a country of immigrants. Immigrants have traditionally been some of the hardest working and grateful citizens in our country. My default is to protect those who play by the rules and who are willing to work hard. Since immigration is a federal issue, and I am running for the state legislature, I will leave it at that.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Agree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
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 am a Christian, a sinner saved by the grace of God.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian, a sinner saved by the grace of God.
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 Conservative
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 Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I am conservative in that I want to spend taxpayer money wisely. On the Puyallup City Council, I am always cognizant of the budgetary ramifications of the decisions we make. I am not afraid to take 6-1 votes on the losing side. I hate wasting money. I say somewhat conservative because I believe that the local level is where the most important decisions in government are made. We have a bit more latitude at the local level because our constituents are literally our neighbors. I want to take that attitude with me to the state legislature.
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I am conservative in that I want to spend taxpayer money wisely. On the Puyallup City Council, I am always cognizant of the budgetary ramifications of the decisions we make. I am not afraid to take 6-1 votes on the losing side. I hate wasting money. I say somewhat conservative because I believe that the local level is where the most important decisions in government are made. We have a bit more latitude at the local level because our constituents are literally our neighbors. I want to take that attitude with me to the state legislature.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I am a mom, a grandma and a community member. Most of my working life has been spent taking care of others: our seven kids, my mother, my father, my father-in-law, my mother-in-law, and my brother. Along the way, I worked at many things, but my focus was always my family. I understand the challenges that many families face in making ends meet. In 2010, I earned my Master's Degree in Accounting so that I could re-enter the work force full time during a recession. I ultimately landed a job teaching pre-college math at Pierce College. I love the mission of the Community College system in Washington. We take all students where they start and help them along their vocational and life journeys. We are so blessed in Washington to have the excellent community colleges that we do. I am also a Puyallup City Council member. This experience has helped me see the value of working with colleagues who hold divergent opinions, bringing balance to discussions, and standing up for the voters.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I am a mom, a grandma and a community member. Most of my working life has been spent taking care of others: our seven kids, my mother, my father, my father-in-law, my mother-in-law, and my brother. Along the way, I worked at many things, but my focus was always my family. I understand the challenges that many families face in making ends meet. In 2010, I earned my Master's Degree in Accounting so that I could re-enter the work force full time during a recession. I ultimately landed a job teaching pre-college math at Pierce College. I love the mission of the Community College system in Washington. We take all students where they start and help them along their vocational and life journeys. We are so blessed in Washington to have the excellent community colleges that we do. I am also a Puyallup City Council member. This experience has helped me see the value of working with colleagues who hold divergent opinions, bringing balance to discussions, and standing up for the voters.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
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 would like to bring balance to the one party rule currently in Olympia. I am a listener and will endeavor to represent the best interests of the 25th district. I respectfully ask for your vote.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I would like to bring balance to the one party rule currently in Olympia. I am a listener and will endeavor to represent the best interests of the 25th district. I respectfully ask for your vote.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
The 2nd amendment says that ""the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed". Less familiar and possibly even more clear is Article I, Section 24 of the Washington State Constitution which states: “[t]he right of the individual citizen to bear arms in defense of himself, or the state, shall not be impaired" I think our federal and state constitution are pretty clear about this.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
The 2nd amendment says that ""the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed". Less familiar and possibly even more clear is Article I, Section 24 of the Washington State Constitution which states: “[t]he right of the individual citizen to bear arms in defense of himself, or the state, shall not be impaired" I think our federal and state constitution are pretty clear about this.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Neutral
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Neutral
The Electoral College should be abolished.
No Answer
The Electoral College should be abolished.
No Answer
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
The legislature must address the budget shortfall from the COVD-19 response without raising taxes. An emerging budgetary issue is the estimated 500 million dollar loss due to international unemployment compensation fraud. Keeping taxes low and having a fiscally responsible budget have always been my priorities, but especially now. Second, and this issue has risen in priority because of the COVID-19 response, we need to put direct oversight on gubernatorial power in emergencies longer than 30 days. Legislators are elected to provide checks and balances. Emergencies should not sideline them. Third, we need to provide compassionate but logical behavioural health solutions. Homelessness and the dual problems of addiction and mental health are plaguing my district. We need to provide help for those who are willing to be accountable. We also need to make sure that those who are mentally ill and incapable of making good decisions can be steered to the help they need. This is compassion.
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
The legislature must address the budget shortfall from the COVD-19 response without raising taxes. An emerging budgetary issue is the estimated 500 million dollar loss due to international unemployment compensation fraud. Keeping taxes low and having a fiscally responsible budget have always been my priorities, but especially now. Second, and this issue has risen in priority because of the COVID-19 response, we need to put direct oversight on gubernatorial power in emergencies longer than 30 days. Legislators are elected to provide checks and balances. Emergencies should not sideline them. Third, we need to provide compassionate but logical behavioural health solutions. Homelessness and the dual problems of addiction and mental health are plaguing my district. We need to provide help for those who are willing to be accountable. We also need to make sure that those who are mentally ill and incapable of making good decisions can be steered to the help they need. This is compassion.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is terrible. Institutional racism still exists in some forms and it is also terrible. We have made great strides and we have more work to do as a culture. I am not convinced that racism is a threat to domestic security in the US.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is terrible. Institutional racism still exists in some forms and it is also terrible. We have made great strides and we have more work to do as a culture. I am not convinced that racism is a threat to domestic security in the US.
