

Margaret Best
Republican | Oklahoma
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Margaret Best
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Republican Runoff
Race
State Rep., Dist. 96
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Baylor University, Waco, BS Nursing, 1991
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Daughters of the American Revolution, member, Henderson Hills Baptist Church
member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Oklahoma House of Representatives Dist 96, 2020
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (1)
Oklahomans for Public Education
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Agree
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Candidate notified iVoterGuide that her intended answer to this question should have been "Strongly Agree"
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Agree
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Candidate notified iVoterGuide that her intended answer to this question should have been "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?
Life begins at conception.
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?
If elected, I would look at all government spending and collectively find areas that provide no real benefit to the citizens, or that are outdated and no longer needed.
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.
No Answer
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
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Candidate notified iVoterGuide that her intended answer to this question should have been "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?
I believe this phrase means all citizens should have the freedom to worship as they choose without the fear of a government run church. It is the idea keeping the state out of the church.
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?
Health care is not a right. As a Christian, I believe we are called to support the poor and those who physically and mentally unable to work. We do this through our communities and local places of worship.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Neutral
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.
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.
Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
An individual under a merit based system that shows the value that person can bring as a legal 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.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe the Bible is the inerrant word of God. I believe I am saved by grace through my faith and personal relationship with Jesus Christ. My Christian values are based on biblical principles.
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 fiscal conservatism, efficient government that works for the people. Public policy should be crafted to advance the interests of public safety, health and well being of the United States, while being compassionate to countries less fortunate, who strive to come to America to have a better life, the principles on which this country was founded.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Bachelors of Science in Nursing, a Registered Nurse licensed in Oklahoma. A mother of four children, a small business owner as a real estate agent. A full understanding of health care, the health care system, public education and business/small business issues.
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?
My goal as an elected official is to serve the public, continue to make Oklahoma a top-10 state that is a more attractive place to live, work, and raise a family.
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.
No Answer
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.
Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
No Answer
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
Promote a friendly business climate, a quality education for our future generations, and a working health care system that provides wellness for the sick in an efficient and effective manner that is also fiscally prudent.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, it is a slight threat based on statistics, journal articles and news reports. Racism does not discriminate.
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