
Jimmy Dean
Republican | Georgia
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jimmy Dean
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 10
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
University of Georgia, Athens, BS ED, 1980
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Level Grove Church, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
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?
I do not support abortion.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Agree
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I will study the budget before making a decision.
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.
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.
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?
Freedom for citizens to practice any religion by choice with the government maintaining a neutral stance.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
-Negotiating prescription pricing -Encourage more competitive pricing among health care service providers
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?
We should encourage law abiding citizens into our country that are willing to adapt to our principles as a nation. We should not encourage illegal immigration in any way.
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 active member of Level Grove Baptist Church in Cornelia, GA and a strong supporter of religious freedom and separation of church and state.
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.
I believe in structure, public safety, strong Christian values, business, and tradition. I believe in the ability to shape our own lives through our government. Together we can accomplish this much more efficiently than we can as individuals.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Georgia and have 32 years combined experience in many aspects of Law Enforcement & Public Safety. I also have 20+ years experience as a Legislative Liaison while working with the GA Public Safety Training Center.
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 conservative that will fight for the citizens of district 10 by promoting transparent, honest, accessible government. I will apply the voices of EACH citizen to make the best decision for the district as a whole. I hope to help bring economic growth for future generations.
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?
Background checks
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
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?
I prefer to speak with my constituents on any new ideas to propose to legislation.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, I feel we have made giant strides regarding our states race relations and will continue to do so.
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