Tina Ramirez
Republican | Virginia
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Tina Ramirez
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. House, Dist. 7
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
University of Essex, Colchester, England (UK), M.A. in International Human Rights, 9/04
Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, CA, M.A. in Education; Single Subject Teaching Credent, 5/01
International Institute of Human Rights, Strasbourg, France, Certificate in International Human Rights; Course, 7/99
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
Hardwired, Inc., President and Founder, The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty
Director of International and Government Relations, U.S. Congress, Foreign Policy Advisor
U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom, Human Rights Policy Analyst, University of Essex
Research Assistant for the late Professor Kevin Bo
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Maggie's List
Thomas Glessner
OTHER (3)
Alice Butler-Short
Everett "Ben" Howerton
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REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (4)
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Maggie's List
Congressman Gus Bilirakis
Former Congressman Trent Franks
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (8)
Amanda Chase (2019)
Carrie Emerson Coyner (2019)
Ed Royce (2014)
Glen Sturtevant (2019)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)
FreedomWorks (2019)
Giving Us Security PAC (2020)
Government Is Not God PAC (2019)
Maggie's List (2020)
Trent Franks (2019)
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. As a single mother, my greatest blessing has been bringing my daughter into this world and seeing life in new ways through her eyes. Recognizing that many women find themselves in difficult situations, it is in society’s interest to provide safety nets that encourage women to carry their children to term. The government should not be in the business of aborting babies or supporting organizations that do. For me, being pro-life is more than a statement; it’s how I've lived.
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
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
We made a promise to our parents and grandparents generation that we have to keep. Moving forward we need to look for common sense solutions and ways to balance the budget and give retirees more choices.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
In Congress, I will read every bill and will cut spending from unnecessary pet projects that are brought about by lobbyist and special interest groups.
Under what circumstances should taxpayers help pay off existing student loans?
None.
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
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 original intention of that statement is that the separation of church and state means that the church is protected from government interference. It is important to protect our right to freely assemble and worship.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
I support the elimination of private healthcare insurance.
Strongly Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I understand that small businesses are the hardest hit by government interference in the health care system. I like many people have been forced into the Obamacare market and have suffered under this failed system. I want to return healthcare choices to the individual. We need the government to protect certain aspects of care like preexisting conditions, but we do not need them to tell us what should be in our insurance plans or dictate costs. I also want to expand the access to telemedicine and help decrease regulations that stifle growth and competition in the medical field so that doctors can deliver the best possible care.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
America should continue to invest in a strong military. We must take threats from abroad seriously. President Trump has done a great job showing peace through strength and also showing decisive action against groups like Al-Qaeda and Isis.
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
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
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
Employers should be required to use E-verify to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
As a Hispanic-American, I know we need to reform our immigration system. We need a better, safer way to bring workers into the country legally. I understand that businesses can’t function without a workforce. It’s time to stop the illegal hiring and exploitation of immigrants by creating better mechanisms for businesses to hire foreign workers. Until we fix this issue, we will never resolve illegal immigration. At the same time, Congress must take the border seriously and provide the necessary funding to secure it.
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 am a Bible believing Christian and an active member of my church. My faith is what inspired me to defend religious freedom for persecuted people in over 30 countries, throughout the world.
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.
Please visit Tinaramirez.com to learn more.
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 a businesswoman, pro-life single mother, and global religious freedom advocate who will bring a unique perspective with diverse expertise to Washington. I am a mother and a Christian first, not a politician. I have spent the majority of my career defending human rights in countries with tyrannical governments, which is why I am dedicated to protecting and promoting limited government. I will support legislation that champions our shared conservative values and supports the American family. I am committed to cutting federal regulations for small businesses, protecting life, reforming immigration, making healthcare affordable for the average family, and bringing conservative values back to Washington.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I believe in our right to keep and bear arms. The 2nd amendment is very clear.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
I support BDS (boycott, divestment, and sanction) against Israel if they refuse to allow the creation of a Palestinian state.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Disagree
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
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?
In Congress, my three top priorities would be balancing the budget, term limits and more freedom for parents to choose how to educate their children.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes. Racism is a fundamental threat to our democracy. One of the greatest aspects of our country is our diversity and culture. Everyone deserves to live with respect and dignity.
