Annette Baker

Republican | Pennsylvania

Candidate Profile

Conservative (Conditional)

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Annette Baker


Party

Republican


Election Year

2020


Election

General


Race

State Senate, Dist. 11


Incumbent

No


Links

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EDUCATION

State University of New York, Plattsburgh, NY, B.A. in Environmental Science/Ecology, 1989

Springfield Senior High School, Springfield, VT, Diploma, 1985

WORK & MILITARY

Mifflin Community Library, Assistant Librarian

Sears Portrait Studio, Assistant Photographer

Endye Labs, Water Resources Technician

State University of New York - Plattsburgh, Research Assistant

AFFILIATIONS

Berks County Republican Party, Former South Region Chair, Berks County Republican Party

Bylaws Committee Secretary, Berks County Republican Party, Committeewoman

"Watchman" radio show, Guest commentator, Scribe's Oasis

Author/member, Tapestry of Friends, Teacher/member

Ephrata Community Church, Attendee, St. Michael's Ambulance

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

(Candidate did not provide)

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

(Candidate did not provide)

Race

ENDORSEMENTS

CONSERVATIVE (3)

Firearms Owners Against Crime

Gun Owners of America

National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Pennsylvania

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)

Berks County Republican Party

Gun Owners of America

Firearm Owners of America

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2016)

State Republican Party Organizations (2020)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)

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?

Only in very, very limited circumstances such as rape/incest. I would advocate that abortion is not the way to deal with the situation and would pettition to save the life of the baby even in that situation.


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?

Everything where possible. It's all on the table.


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.

No Answer

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 "separation of church and state" means the state shall not impose or interfere with religous practice.


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 would support a system utilizing HSAs and catastrophic insurance. By using market forces to bring healthcare costs down, more people would have access to the care they need. Another component would be focusing on preventative care to help reduce costs overall.


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 legal immigration should be allowed. Anyone who wants to become a citizen or is willing to live under our laws is welcome.


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 conservative Christian. I am pro-life and believe all life is sacred.


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?

Conservative

Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.

My positions are stated on my website at www.AnnetteForSenate.com

What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?

I have a degree in Enviromental Science/Ecology. I also have a wide variety of employment and educational experiences that will influence my decision making.

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 not a career politician and I want to find unique solutions to the problems facing our citizens. I will listen to other opinions and will consider that information prior to making decisions or proposing legislation.


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.

Neutral


2ND AMENDMENT

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

Yes

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

According to the Pennsylvania Constitution and the United States Constitution, there are no restrictions permissible. Common sense safety and educaiton in the use of firearms are the best way to protect the public. Enforcement of current laws preventing illegal gun use will help to protect all people.


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?

Elimination of school property taxes. Support of school choice. Criminal justice reform.

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

Yes. If left unchecked, it will destablize our country. While we have made great strides in addressing racism, there is more that can unite us, than divide us. We can all learn from each culture in our country and together, we are stronger.

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