
Mark Williams
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Mark Williams
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 9
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Stephen F. Austin State Univ., Nacogdoches, Tx, BBA, 1097
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Church Of Christ, member, NRA
member, Texas State Rifle Ass., member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
The only exception I would make, is if the mothers life is at stake. The mother has a life also so I think it should be up to her.
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?
The state cannot establish a religion. Nor can the State have any Power over the Churches.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
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?
Simply promote free competition between Health Care Insurance Providers.
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?
Social Programs Dept of Commerce Dept Education EPA DOT
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 Disagree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
They should only be allowed in on merit. They should be required to speak English. They should not be allowed to vote for 25 years.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
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?
NONE.
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?
The right to open Carry firearms. (Constitutional Carry) Giving all education Powers back to the Counties. Requiring Voter I.D. S
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No. Its ridiculous to ever think that you could ever stop people from being racist. We can't make a perfect world.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Christian I don't believe in Gun Laws. I believe in Limited Government as described in the U.S. Constitution. I believe in a strong military. Publican education should be run solely by the Counties. Taxes should be only for National Defense, Natural Disasters, Border Security
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I am a citizen who has worked in businesses in my area most all my life. Cattle Rancher Timber Manager Oil & Gas Leases and Production
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?
Im just a southern country boy. Love God , family, and Country. Believe in the Individual freedoms as guaranteed by the United States Constitution. Taves are Sinful. I Hate Government regulations and control.
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
Promotion of the LGBT agenda in public schools, including teaching of “sexual orientation” and “gender identity”, is completely inappropriate and should be opposed at the state and local level.
Strongly Disagree
I support allowing public high school students to participate in athletic competition based on the gender with which they identify instead of biological sex.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a believer in God and that Jesus Christ is our Savior. Our Christian values will guide us through life and lead us down the long and narrow path to Heaven.
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