

Jim McCune
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Verified Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jim McCune
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 2
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
Private Courses in Constitutional Law, Oklahoma & Washington States
Private Courses in Early American History, Texas & Washington States
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
ADF, Contributor, Missionaries
Orting Community Baptist Church, Awana Leader and Member
Home Spun Church, Teen Challenge
contributor, Other Nonprofits
Christian Schools, Young Life
ccontributor, Basketball Coach for Seattle Christian School, Coach
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Pierce County Council, 8 years
Former State Representative, 9 years
State Senator, 4 years
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
CDFU Board member, 6 Years
Prince William Sound Hatchery Board member, 10 Years
Seafood Marketing Association Board Member, 3 years
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Conservative Ladies of Washington
Senate Republican Campaign Committee
OTHER (1)
Association of Washington Business (AWB)
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Senator Mike Padden, Senator Phil Forunato, Senator Jeff Wilson
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (29)
Brad Klippert (2024)
Joe Kent (WA) (2024)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2024)
Semi Bird (2024)
Keith Swank (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (14)
Doug Basler (2020)
Keith Swank (2020)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
Gun Owners Action League of Washington (2016)
Pam Roach (2016)
OTHER INFORMATION
Jim McCune discusses his concerns and proposed amendment for ESHB 233, a bill giving Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction the final decision-making authority regarding teaching of race, gender and sex education.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I believe life starts at conception. In rare circumstances like rape, incest and save the life of the mother.............
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Strongly Agree
Chemical abortions have not proven to be safe, so I strongly agree.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I vote against all budgets with Planned Parenthood funding in them. They are dead on arrival for me!
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
I have continually vote against these Godless type of bills.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
In NO circumstances can government close churches. It is unconstitutional and against our 1st amendment rights.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Absolutely not, this violence's the first amendment of the US constitution and violence's our state constitution in section 11. Absolute freedom of conscience in all matters.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Because Israel is the apple of God's eye. We see God's deep love, affection, and protection for His people in the Bible.
HEALTHCARE
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
I don't believe in creating government run socialized health care system. Health care should be affordable, accessible and reliable. You should be able choose your own Ins. coverage, even across state lines. B. For now it should. D. ? C. Yes, Should stay the same D.? Not without a good plan for our senior citizens, for good quality health.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
In no circumstances should a government have this right. This violates our rights to privacy and our religious freedom. .
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What is your position on the minimum wage?
A low minimum wage is essential but cannot use it as a living wage
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Yes, Open borders are threat to our country and state. We need to deport most all the illegals as soon as possible.
EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
Strongly Agree
I I'm 100% for school choice. The government education system is way below grade level and we are still graduating kids at a 85% rate. The Common Core curriculum is terrible, it's math is a waste of time and history teaches falsehoods.They have sexualized the classroom and no child is safe in government schools today. House Bill 2331 takes away school boards power to remove pornographic books from the classroom.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
yes,
ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
Hell no.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
SECTION 1 POLITICAL POWER. All political power is inherent in the people, and governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed, and are established to protect and maintain individual rights.
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
In God We Trust, Senator Jim McCune
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
I'm the only Senator to really fought against SB 5599 and HB 1469.
Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Agree
Only one man and one woman, made in God's image.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
My philosophy only comes from a Biblical world view.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is not a threat. The democrat socialist party is creating (DEI) type programs that create racism in our society.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
C.Climate change is the biggest lie ever told.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Hydro power, nuclear power and natural gas
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