Leonard Christian
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Leonard Christian
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 4
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Webster University, Fairchild AFB, WA, MBA, 2014
Embry Riddle University, Fairchild AFB, WA, BS, 2012
Community College of Air Force, Fairchild AFB, WA, AS, 2005
Ferris HS, Spokane, WA, graduate, 1984
WORK & MILITARY
Self Empolyed, Realtor, 19
US Air Force (Retired), Master Sergeant, 20
Washington State House of Representatives, Representative, 3
AFFILIATIONS
Sun City Church, Member, Life Services
Contributor, Moody Bible Aviation, Volunteer
The Intersection at the River Food Bank, Volunteer, Contributor, Civil Air Patrol
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
4th District State Representative, 3
GOP District Leader, 12
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
County Assessor, 2018
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Senate Republican Campaign Committee
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (7)
Spokane Commissioner Mary Kuney
Former Sheriff Ozzie Knezovich
Spokane Assessor Tom Konis
Director Phil Altmeyer
Public School Employees of Washington
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (9)
Brandi Peetz (2024)
Suzanne Schmidt (2022)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2018)
We Believe We Vote (2018)
Ian Field (2016)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)
Stephen Major (2024)
National Federation of Independent Business (2014)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2010)
Matt Shea (2010)
Republican Women's Organizations (2010)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Service Employees International Union (2022)
Sheet Metal Workers International Association (2022)
OTHER INFORMATION
Leonard Christian completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection Survey in 2022.
Leonard Christian's answers on several social issues including abortion, First Amendment, school choice and gender ideology from the Freedom Voter Guide.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
When medically necessary to safe 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
I fought and voted against a bill that removed the prescribing doctor's name off the perscription bottles in the 2024 session.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
I believe life starts at conception and ends at natural death.
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
I have a strong voting record supporting property rights and will continue.
What is your position on the minimum wage?
Employers need more flexibility to pay workers what they are worth to their business. We can look just a few miles east to understand the negative impacts Washington's higher minimum wages are have on reduced hours and rising cost of living.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
Yes
The state budget has dubbed since I first served in 2014. We must focus the tax dollars taken from the citizens on where it will help the most.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
NEVER!!! We the people have a right to choose where and when, or not to worship freely in America.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
I believe there are exceptions to some rules. Would you allow a power company to not supply a customer they disagree with? We must have a balance.
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.
Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I believe it's my body and my choice, however, some jobs simply require vaccinations to be able to perform the work. I have had serval vaccinations over my life in part because of my choice to join the Air Force. I did not take the COVID vaccine.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Not just the Chinese Communist Party.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
The Bible clear states that God will stand with the people who stand with Israel.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
I believe it is the duty of the government to protect America from all enemies and that starts with a secure border.
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.
Neutral
I believe it is a parent's choice how and where to educate their children. But some choices cost more than others. We home schooled our children, and we paid the cost.
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
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
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a born again Christian with a voting record that supports biblical values. I show respect to everyone using the example of Jesus.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
Exceptions need to be made for Military and citizens serving over seas.
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Disagree
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes as it causes division in America.
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.
Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Hydro power and nuclear are the best for base load along with bio-mass. I also believe we need to invest more in wind and solar when possible. We also need to work on new technology.
ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
NEVER!!!
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
NEVER!!!
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To provide services that the private sector cannot. Roads, Military, Law Enforcement, basic education, etc.
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?
Conservative
I have a strong 3 year voting record to back it up in the Washington State Legislature.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
I support law enforcement first.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I am in favor of keeping guns out of the hands of criminals. I would accept a background check and 7 day waiting period as reasonable restrictions for public safety. Many of the recent laws passed in our state have gone too far and need to be repealed.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
As a former member of the Air Force, I understand the value of deterrence. As long as a teacher is willing to take the necessary training and background checks. Otherwise we need to fund more resource officers. We simply must stop school shootings.
