Larry Sears Nichols
Republican | Kentucky
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Larry Sears Nichols
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 15
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Lexington Seminary, Lexington, KY, MDiv, 1980
Union College, Barbourville, KY, MA, 1970
Cumberland College, Williamsburg, KY, BS, 1969
WORK & MILITARY
Asbury College, PTime History/Gov't Teacher, 1978/79
Somerset Com. College, PTime History/Gov't Teache, 1970's/80's
KY Conf.United Meth.Church, Ordained Elder/Pastor, 1970's/90's
KY Conf.United Meth.Church, KY Conference Evangelist, 2001/2013
AFFILIATIONS
Arise Ministries, Inc., President/CEO, Volunteer Prison Chaplain
Served various KY prisons, Young Republicans, Cumberland College member
NRA, Member, Big Brother/Big Sister
Big Brother, Optimist Club, Somerset Charter Member
Rescue Squad, Chaplain, Camp Nichols, Youth Camp
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
KY State Representative, 1974
KY State Senate, 1996
Race
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?
None
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?
Eliminate all Planned Parenthood monies. Frivolous spending on pet projects. Weed out "deals" full of corruption.
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?
This term, "separation of church and state" is not in the U.S. Constitution. A similar expression was in a letter written by Thomas Jefferson, in 1803. Jefferson was in France when the Constitution was written. The First Amendment is about freedom of religion, not freedom from religion. Our Founders were deeply influenced by the Bible and our Christian faith. I documented much information on this subject in a work entitled, "Uncle Sam Meets King Jesus".
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?
I think the government needs to help the working families protect themselves against catastrophic health care issues.
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?
Only those who go through the legal channels already established in the U.S. The laws that are in place now should be strictly enforced.
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 in the virgin birth of the Lord Jesus Christ,the inerrant Scriptures, Blood Atonement at the Cross, Bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ, and the soon return of Jesus Christ. I believe "you must be born again"John 3. I believe in speaking the truth in love, that all things are possible with God,to never give up the fight for truth and justice, and to strive for excellence and new learning experiences.
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.
My face book page. My printed political brochures. My published book, "I'm No Appalachian Shade Tree" published by Vantage Press, 1975, under Larry S. Nichols
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have taught on the high school and college level: American History, American Government, State and Local Government, U.S. Geography, Civics, Global Issues, Trends and Methods in Social Studies, and KY History.
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 am married and have 2 children and 8 grandchildren. I have played and coached 5 different sports on the high school and college level. I support Term Limits, Limited Government, Lower Taxes, Farmers and Businessmen and all Law Enforcement.
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?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
If you've been convicted of a violent crime.
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?
Protecting family values State Prison Reform Education at all levels
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, we need to understand that we are all Americans. We should not make judgements on others according to skin color.
