
Jason Mata
Independent | Texas
Candidate Profile
Liberal (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jason Mata
Party
Independent
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist.35
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Fox Tech Technical, San Antoio, High Sch, 1991
ITT Technical Institute, San Antonio, 1993
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
The Advocates Social Services, Director, Advocates Boxing Youth Program
Executive Director, Prospect Hill Neighborhood Assoc, Director / President
Haven For Hope, Executive Board, Westside Development Corporation
Executive Board
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Democratic Pct Chair pct 2007, 2004 to 2012
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Alliance Party
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Neutral
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.
Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Under special circumstances considering the welfare of both Mother and Child.
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.
Neutral
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
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?
To keep discussions of politics and related matters out of the church and likewise.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Agree
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
Continue to fund Anti-Terrorist initiatives.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Neutral
I support the elimination of private healthcare insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Yes. I would like to implement a form of Medicare for All.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Agree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Agree
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
Yes. I would work to assure that this would be a possibility.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I would need to investigate all expense line items before I can make an educated statement on this.
Under what circumstances should taxpayers help pay off existing student loans?
During Pandemics and Natural disasters.
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.
Neutral
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) should be abolished.
Neutral
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.
Neutral
Employers should be required to use E-verify to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.
Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Individuals seeking Refugee or Asylum due to unsafe conditions in their respective homelands. Under circumstances such as where Drug wars, Human Trafficking's, and persecution of Religious beliefs are prevalent.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Background checks with regards to Mental Health and Wellness.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
I support BDS (boycott, divestment, and sanction) against Israel if they refuse to allow the creation of a Palestinian state.
Neutral
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Neutral
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Neutral
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Neutral
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
1. Legislation that will strengthen Youth Development services with the goal to close the pipeline from Juvenile to Adult Jail incarceration. 2. Legislation that will revitalize historically underprivileged and neglected communities. Focusing on Education, Higher Education, Trade and Job skills, Food Security, and an overall safer community for families. 3. Legislation that will enhance Quality of Life for qualified Seniors.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism and advocating for racisms is detrimental to the welfare of our country as a whole.
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?
No Answer
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I am an Independent candidate that shares values with both the Republican and Democratic parties. My position is to be proactive in addressing all mentioned issues. I believe that in some cases Congress is spending enough money to address these issues; however, Congress continue to do so through the Status Quo. I would take a hard look at all issues utilizing a Humanistic, Holistic, and Pragmatic approach. I will Advocate for a stronger and safer America without dehumanizing the immigration process.
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?
Yes. Thank you. Please know that I am a Christian, Husband, father, foster parent, son, community activist and mentor to many young adults in Congressional District 35. I am very passionate about helping At-Risk Youth, struggling families, and historically underserved communities. I am a dedicated worker and servant and will bring my 20 plus years of experience to Congressional District 35 if elected.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Neutral
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Neutral
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian and believe that we should follow Gods law of Love one Another with out judgment and Carry Each Other's Burdens.
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