John Boyd
Republican | Missouri
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
John Boyd
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Representative, Dist. 37
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Avila University, Kansas City, 2004
Community college of the Air Force, 2000
WORK & MILITARY
United States Air Force, Airman, 1997-2000
AFFILIATIONS
One by One Project, Contributor/Volunteer, Grandview Assistance Program
Contributor/Volunteer, Team Depot, Contributor/Volunteer
A Player’s Partner, Contributor/Volunteer, Fallen firefighters fund
Contributor, wounded warriors project, Contributor
American legion, Contributor/Volunteer/Member, Elks Lodge
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Missouri state representative, 2018
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Missouri Republican Assembly
Missouri Right to Life
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
Missouri right to life
Missouri firearms coalition 100% rating
NRA Aq rating
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2017)
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?
I sympathize with victims of many circumstances that would cause them to think abortion is a solution. However, studies have shown that abortion in these situations only causes more trauma. I do not believe abortion should be allowed under any circumstance.
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?
I think we reasonably need to consider every aspect of spending reduction in order to balance our budget.
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.
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?
Separation of church and state means that the church does not control the state. It does not mean that we are not allowed to let our faith guide us in administering the duties of government and society.
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 believe the best opportunities are always provided through increased job availability. We need to promote learning skilled trades as options out of high school rather than just college. Many of these skilled trade jobs provide excellent health care coverage. The creation of other jobs through small businesses provide opportunities for those who may not otherwise have them. We must promote policies that encourage local business ownership.
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?
I think all persons without a criminal history and those who possess the ability to be a productive member of society should be considered.
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 Christian whose family history is rooted in the Baptist faith. My values fall in line with that.
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.
The best sources are my website, Facebook page, and people that know me best.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
My lifelong residency in this community helps me understand what is important to my fellow neighbors. My experience in the United States Air Force has taught me how to work as a team and to stand up and fight for those who are unable.
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?
Growing up I never had any inclination to be politically involved. I came to a point in 2016 where I knew I had to do something more than just be informed and vote. We, as the silent majority, can no longer be silent. We need to take up the armor of God and fight the good fight. Please join me!
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.
Strongly Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Agree
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 will always pursue legislation that supports life, liberty, and protections for private property.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
To deny that racism still exists in our country would be willfully ignorant or flat out lying. I think it is much less than it had been in previous decades, but it is an area in which we still have much work to do. It is important to encourage open and honest discussions about these topics and then provide solutions for a way forward for everyone.
