Darlene Cerezo Swaffar
Republican | Florida
Candidate Profile*
Conservative
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Darlene Cerezo Swaffar
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 23
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
St. John's University, Jamaica New York, Associates, 1993
Florida International University, Miami Florida, 1998
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce, Executive Director 4 years, Women's Chamber Commerce
Business Growth Committee, Republican National Hispanic Assembly, Broward Chapter President
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
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)
Brigitte Gabriel
*Conservative Watch USA
Michael Flynn
*Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida
Restore Liberty USA
OTHER (4)
Cathi Chamberlain
Republican National Hispanic Assembly (RNHA)
United Christians for America
Veterans For America First
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (10)
Congressman Bob McEwen
General Michael Flynn
Republican National Hispanic Assembly
Veterans For America First
Restore Liberty
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (4)
Jenna Leigh Hague (2021)
John Gibbs (2022)
Lydia Maldonado (2020)
WinRed (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (3)
Keith Feit (2022)
Terry Tolbert Namkung (2022)
WinRed (2022)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I believe we should de-plan Planned Parenthood. When you understand the history of how Planned Parenthood was formed and how it is usually found in minority communities, then you realize tax payers were funding a genocide.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
When the life of the mother is in jeopardy, such as tubal or ectopic pregnancies, severe preeclampsia, and other life threatening cases.
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Agree
That is a socialist ideology. Our founding documents are based on self-governance and putting God first in our lives. Individually we are not responsible for the collective wealth of others.
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
We need to halt all spending. We need to conduct an audit of existing programs to determine the need for these programs. We need to stop our overspending government and go back to accounting 101 principles of "you cannot spend more than you bring in."
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Raise the income of seniors before taxation from $35K to $50K. This bar has not been raised since the 80's. Eliminate Inheritance Tax. Eliminate Payroll taxes on Overtime Pay And we can do all of this if we Decentralize the Department of Education. Eliminate all 3 letter and 4 letter agencies that are a duplication of efforts, and bring those responsibilities back to the states.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Our Jewish and Christian values are constantly under attack. As a Conservative, I see a continual erosion of our value system and culture. I feel that if we can get back to putting God First, Families Second, we can turn our country around. Strong Families builds a strong Community Strong Communities builds a strong Government Strong Government builds a strong Country
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
I believe that business are free to choose who they want to do business with. To force a business to work with a client who's values are not in line with theirs is considered Marxist. That is counter to the definition of freedom. We are free to choose who we want to do business with.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
Separation of Church and State are not found in the First Amendment, Constitution, or any other official founding document. This thought process was not what the Founders meant. Religious Faith was the most important source of civil virtues. President John Adams said "Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other." We need to have Leaders who have a moral compass and there should be no separation between church and state.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Never. Mandates of any kind are unconstitutional.
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D)Tax-payer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be de-funded.
Answer: C We have Americans that rely on Medicare and Medicaid. I don't abolishing these programs as an answer, unless there is a suitable replacement. I do believe that we should eliminate Medicare Part B and Part D Penalties which forces Medicare eligible Beneficiaries to participate when they would prefer alternative medicine or concierge Doctors. I also would like to see hormonal replacement medication covered as Medicare RX Drugs. I believe having these medications available would not only lower costs, but allow Seniors to see if these medications would lower their symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome, digestive issues, hair loss, muscle strength, heart palpitations, hot flashes and more symptoms associated with unbalanced hormones. We should not impede the private sector from providing health insurance solutions for everyone.
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
Answer: C We need to stay out of all foreign wars unless there is an imminent threat. We need to protect and support our soldiers and Veterans.
I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel, and promote the rights of Palestinian refugees.
Strongly Disagree
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
I attended a Conference recently where a panel of 3 star generals and Congressmen serving on the Freedom Caucus corroborated this statement. This along with the mandated vaccines of our military soldiers, and China building on their war fleet, puts our country in jeopardy to maintain our military strength.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
End our 3 letter agencies that have been creating, training and funding these Islamic Terrorist.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
I visited the southern border at McClellan, TX and what I learned was appalling. It's true that there is sex and drug trafficking coming through the border. I also had a chance to speak with border patrol agents, and there are things to horrific to share on this platform. We need to secure our Borders both South and North.
State and federal funds shall be denied to any public or private entity, such as a sanctuary city, that is not in compliance with immigration laws.
Strongly Agree
I don't even know why there are Sanctuary Cities? How does a city provide sanctuary to an illegal immigrant and provide for their needs over American Citizens? I find that unconstitutional and unlawful.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Family members of Citizens, and those immigrating to invest in our country which would add value to our economy.
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
We should not be identifying each other by sex or sexual preference. This is morally wrong and is why we have become a Godless society.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Agree
CRT is a Marxist Racist platform to teach our children how to identify each other by color. It sets our country back several hundred years, and I am appalled by the number of people in the education system that bought into this hysteria.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Conservative and Christian. I believe we need to put God first in our lives, have self governance and love for our neighbors. We need to replace any legislation that is counter to our Constitution and focus on preserving our Republic so our children can have a future.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Only Americans should be allowed to vote. We need to require voter ID and Photo ID in order to vote.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
We need to eliminate ES&S and Dominion Machines, have voter ID, Photo ID and manually count each ballot until faith in our election system is restored. We also need to eliminate drop boxes and mail in ballots. We should have Election Day either on the weekends, or as a national holiday so everyone can take the day off to vote.
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Agree
Today's generation should not have to pay for the mistakes of our country's forefathers.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Only if you speak to mainstream media. Most people I speak with do not care about race. They don't see the world from that lens and understand that this discussion causes racial division. All you need to do is look at your neighbors to see how many interracial couples and families exist, and then you will know that no one cares. Most people want to live harmoniously and in peace.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
We need to be energy independent and look for other sources like natural gas. There is no reason for the US to purchase oil from other countries when we have natural reserves right here.
Which comes closest to your view? A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost.
Answer: A Shutting down the keystone pipeline placed our country in reverse, as evidence with the current high prices in oil and gas.
ABOUT YOU
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
I studied early American History and our Constitution for the last 5 years. We have gone so far in the opposite direction of where our founding fathers intended us to be. We need to be re-educated on our true history that our rights our God Given and Inalienable. Our Rights are inherited and we need to protect those rights for our children and future generations.
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Darlene Swaffar America First Candidate for Congress FL22 ???? Interview with FISM TV @CPAC https://fism.tv/cpac-darlene-swaffer-america-first-is-defined-by-putting-our-communities-first/ Interview with Doug Billings, The Right Side: https://dougbillings.us/video/doug-interviews-florida-first-darlene-swaffar-plus-the-ukraine-crisis-is-result-of-woke-weaklings-in-power/ Interview The Jim Price Show: https://clouthub.com/v/48f6dc4b-439b-45d0-b039-a770266b0a1a Interview with Florida Freedom Keepers: https://youtu.be/PQ8_z1zk4js Interview with Sergeant and the Samurai:: https://rumble.com/vx6m8h-sergeant-and-the-samurai-episode-83-darlene-swaffar.html Double Down Patriot Conference, Las Vegas, NV, October 2021 https://youtu.be/X3ihsFynRfk
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized in either civil or criminal court for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
I am an America First, Republican Candidate running for Congress in Florida’s 23rd District. As the first Hispanic Woman to run for Congress in Broward and Palm Beach County’s history, our Campaign is making history. I’m a small business owner and run a successful Medicare Health Insurance Brokerage Company in Deerfield Beach, FL. Originally from Bushwick, NY, I have called South Florida home for 29 years. We need to send fighters to Congress to put a halt to the Progressive Radicals! I stand ready to defend our Republic. Endorsements include: • Congressman Bob McEwen • General Michael T. Flynn • Veterans for America First • Republican National Hispanic Assembly FL • Latinos for America First • Restore Liberty • BLAKPAC • United Christians For America • Brigitte Gabriel • Captain Seth Keshel • Sue Trombino • Cathi Chamberlain I am fighting for the future of my 13 year old son Liam, who is my world, and the future of all of our children. We need to change the trajectory of where our country is headed, and I have the backbone to do it.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Agree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Our 2nd Amendment Rights shall not be infringed.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
Guns do not pull triggers. People do.
