Mike Vondran

Republican | Iowa

Candidate Profile*

Leans Conservative

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Mike Vondran


Party

Republican


Election Year

2022


Election

General


Race

State Rep., Dist. 94


Incumbent

No


Links

Mike Vondran websitesMike Vondran phones Mike Vondran emailFacebookLinkedIn

EDUCATION

Hempstead High School, Dubuque IA., Diploma, 1979

WORK & MILITARY

Candidate did not provide

AFFILIATIONS

The HAVlife Foundation, Founder, former Board Chair, current Board member, Quad Cities, Dubuque and Iowa city IA., Junior Achievement of the Heartland

Former Board Chair and member, Mississippi Valley Fair Board, Former Board Chair, current board member

Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, Former board member, Davenport Redevelopment Corp.

Former Board member, Trinity Health Foundation, Former board member

Downtown Davenport Board, Former board member, Bettendorf Rotary

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 (1)

*National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)

Iowa Farm Bureau Friend of Agriculture endorsement

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (10)

Bobby Kaufmann (2021)

Chris Cournoyer (2022)

Gary Mohr (2021)

John Archer (2013)

John Sidney McCain (2008)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (4)

Chris Cournoyer (2022)

Gary Mohr (2022)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)

Republican Women's Organizations (2022)


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)

Cheri Bustos (2014)

Jeffrey Jacobs (2015)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)

OTHER INFORMATION

Iowa Right to Life Voter Guide

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

When the life or health of the Mother is at risk.

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Agree

I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.

Choose not to answer


ECONOMY

What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?

Did not answer

What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?

Did not answer

Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.

Disagree


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Disagree

Under what circumstances can government close churches?

I cannot think of a current reason or circumstance that would or could cause such a consideration.


HEALTHCARE

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.

C

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

I cannot think of a current circumstance that would warrant this mandatory action.


NATIONAL SECURITY

What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?

Did not answer

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.

Disagree


IMMIGRATION

The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.

Strongly Agree

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

Current, established immigration law and rule needs to be applied and enforced.


EDUCATION

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

Neutral


VALUES

Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.

Agree

I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.

Disagree

Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition

Choose not to answer

I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.

Disagree

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

Roman Catholic


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Disagree

What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?

Did not answer


EQUALITY

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

Did not answer

Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.

Disagree


ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

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.

Did not answer

I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.

Choose not to answer


ABOUT YOU

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

As the preamble of the United States Constitution outlines: To form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, secure the blessings of liberty now and into the future.

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?

Lean Conservative

Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).

Did not answer

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?

As a lifelong Iowan living in Davenport since 1984, I have not raised my children here, I also started a business and I have continued to grow it since 1990. My love of community and commitment to service is evidenced by my 37 years of involvement and leadership. I am future focused, I want to make Iowa the best place in the nation for young people to grow, learn, earn, and raise families. Our youngest citizens are just 25% of our population but they represent 100% of our future. We must value youngest Iowans and their awesome potential. I am focused on growing a vibrant economy in Eastern Iowa, building recognition, appreciation and understanding of the value that we add to the entire State. A competitive, innovative business environment is essential to grow our state. I will be a strong voice for all who reside and work in House District 94 and as a result will grow our home and state together!


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?

Did not answer

Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.

Disagree

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