Kevin Woody
Republican | Oklahoma
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Kevin Woody
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 7
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater Ok., Agriculture Education, 1984
Eastern Oklahoma State, Wilburton Ok., Agriculture, 1982
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Volunteer Fireman Retired, Volunteer, Pittsburg County Cattleman's Association
Past President, Oklahoma Miner Training Institute Committee, Member
Mine Safety & Health Administration, Certified instructor, Pittsburg County 4-H Scholarship Committee
Volunteer, National Rifle Association, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
N/A
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
N/A
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
N/A
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 because of Rape or incest; however,it should be that adoption should be considered due to many citizens not able to get pregnant and want to start a family.
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?
It would depend on what critical task must be provided to first assure public safety. I believe the best way to cut spending in general would be to make percentage cuts across the board to agencies. It would also be decided on a detailed plan and the needs of such funds. I do believe in maintaining a balanced 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.
Neutral
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?
Don't allow any government agency or program to stand between what religious beliefs are crutial to our country. They should be kept separate between the relationships of church and state. The constitution and our currency state "In God We Trust".
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?
There have been many rural hospitals and clinics that have closed throughout our region. This has placed a major crisis for obtaining health care. Our constituents deserves adequate health care at the most affordable cost. We must take a hard look at assuring these facilities are properly staffed. I believe we must attract and maintain these new graduating doctors by relieving them of a prorated portion of their tuition if they sign a 4 year contract in these rural areas.
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 have a system in place to process immigrants, which i believe should be followed as required. This system was set up to provide those that follow those procedures to become a legal US citizen.
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.
Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Believing in God is the foundation of our well-being. We must establish what is right and moral in life so we can all thrive together as described in the US Constitution. The bible is a detailed plan that guides and directs us to get through hard time that arrise. Be kind to one another, but keen in making good prudent decisions with the tools provided by God. If we follow the scripture, we will experience a better country.
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.
Economically we must support small business because they are the backbone of our country. This provides us with good jobs and products which are necessary to our success while allowing our citizens to provide for their families and thereby developing familiy values as a result.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have obtained an abundance of experience during my 35 years with the Oklahoma Department of Mines. I have extensive knowledge in negotiating and working with the industry and citizens to assure public safety and reclamation of the property for a higher or better use, after mining is completed. I have worked with many local, state and federal agencies to assure a desired outcome is met. I have completed numerous investigations and follow up reports documenting my findings. I have retired after 20 years service as a volunteer fireman. Thereby understanding the importance of our first responders. I have been a past president of the Pittsburg County Cattleman's Association and have managed my family ranch for many years. I have a degree in Agriculture Education and am focused on conservation and preserving our states water supply. Our quality and quantity of our water sources are critical to our states long term success. During my career, I have been honored to work with so m
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
Not ever.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I am committed to take action at the State Capitol by providing new ideas and leadership for a better future. I have always been a hard worker and will stay focused to be the citizens spokesperson that is transparent, honest and dedicated to achieve great things for District #7 and our state. I am honored to take my abilities to the Capitol to work across party lines to achieve results that our citizens deserve.
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?
Prevent those with mental health issues to obtain a weapon to harm themselves or others. However, I do support 2nd amendment rights for law abiding citizens.
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?
There are so many areas that are important to me. It's hard to narrow down to three. 1) Address public health issues in rural areas. 2) Enhance or develop new business interests to provide good paying jobs which will support our State. I believe this begins with a properly educated workforce development plan. 3) Develop and support a strategic solution to our overall infrastructure for better roads and bridges. This will also attract industry to our state.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No. I enjoy the cultures that each race provides. Diversity and family values are welcomed and helps build stronger communities.
