Christine Barnes

Republican | Michigan

Candidate Profile*

Leans Conservative

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Christine Barnes


Party

Republican


Election Year

2020


Election

Primary


Race

State Rep., Dist. 71


Incumbent

No


Links

Christine Barnes websitesChristine Barnes phones Christine Barnes emailFacebookX

EDUCATION

Lansing Community College, Lansing

Grand Ledge High School, Grand Ledge, 1987

WORK & MILITARY

NRA, Instructor, 6

AFFILIATIONS

Stephen Ministry - Our Savior Lutheran Church, Stephen Leader - Current, Kiwanis Club of Grand Ledge Area

Board Memeber- Treasurer - Current, Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), Board Member and past Advocate - Current

Eaton County Transportation Authority (EATRAN), Board Member - Current, American Legion Post #48

Auxiliary-Current, Eagles Charlotte, Auxiliary -Current

Labor of Love, Event Planner and volunteer, National Wild Turkey Federation

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Eaton County Commissioner, 2

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

State Representative, 2018

Race

Previous Races

SCORECARDS

CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS


LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS

ENDORSEMENTS*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (1)

*Right to Life of Michigan

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2019)

Tom Barrett (2016)

Upright Michigan (2016)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (15)

Building Experience Now PAC (2019)

Central Michigan Conservative Leadership Fund (2018)

Chatfield Majority Fund (2018)

Compete Michigan PAC (2018)

Frankenmuth PAC (2018)


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?

Life of mother.


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?

There is no government spending not open to discussion for budget balancing.


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.

Did not answer

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?

The right to worship or not worship as you see fit without interfere from the government.


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 like the Christian Healthcare Ministries model as an alternative to traditional health insurance options. Talking about this model and educating constituents would help make this even more affordable.


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?

Those that apply and meet our federal requirements or come to our country legally. Those who truly seek political asylum and meet our Federal requirements.


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.

Disagree

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I believe in God, Jesus and The Holy Spirit, the Holy Trinity. The Bible is the Word of God. I believe we are on this earth to love and serve our Lord, family and community. I do not judge as I do not have a heaven to give someone or a hell to send them to. I lead by example and service.


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.

My voting record as a commissioner with Eaton County.My voting record as a commissioner on the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. My voting record on EATRAN.

What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?

I have served my community as a County Commissioner and was appointed to many regional boards. I also volunteer a great deal to serve my faith and our most vulnerable in our community. I was raised here and educated here. I know Eaton County well.

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 faith, family and community is very important to me. I serve everyone without discrimination or judgement. My beliefs are strongly held. However, the only way to lead is to listen. I intend to lead by example and serve every member of my community with transparency and kindness.


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?

Eliminate gun free zones. I am an NRA instructor, I teach firearm safety for a living. Read my company reviews. I deeply care about this issue. Concealed Carry Partners (on Facebook and google)


OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.

Neutral

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?

CASA Support and funding to protect abused children. Veteran support and benefits Reciprocity for Healthcare worker's certifications from other states

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

Yes it is a threat. Hate is always a threat to domestic security. My husband and I are an interracial couple. I have first hand experience with racism towards myself and my family.

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