
Ryan Royer
Republican | Indiana
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Ryan Royer
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 87
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN, Business Administration, 2011
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Washington Township GOP Club, President, Indianapolis Masonic Temple Association, INC
Board of Trustees
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Precinct Committeemen, 2016 - Present
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Rex Early
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Neutral
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
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.
Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Did not answer
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?
Did not answer
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.
Disagree
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.
Disagree
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?
Americans have the right to practice whatever religion they like, without government interference.
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?
Using the free market enterprise system to create competitive coverage for all Hoosiers.
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.
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?
Individuals that have gone through the proper legal steps to enter the country.
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.
Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Agree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Roman Catholic
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
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
Did not answer
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
During my life, I have lived in small town America, larger regional hubs, and a major metropolitan area. I have met Hoosier from all walk of life, and understand their unique points of view, concerns, dreams, and hopes.
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?
Ryan lives, works, and is a community leader in the 87th District. Ryan is an Indiana State University alum, where he majored in Business. While at Indiana State, Ryan was elected Student Government Vice-President and selected as Greek Man of the Year. Ryan currently works as a recruiter at the largest Women Owned Business in Indianapolis, where he helps Hoosiers find jobs that in turn help others that are in need in their local communities. He has helped hundreds of Hoosiers find work during his career. In his free time, Ryan enjoys spending time with his wife, family, and friends. He is also a Freemason, and likes to spend time attending and volunteering at local community events.
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.
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.
Agree
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?
Criminal Justice Reform Education Reform Infrastructure Improvements
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Did not answer
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