Jennifer Sefzik
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile*
Conservative
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jennifer Sefzik
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 42 - Pos. 2
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Texas A & M University, Commerce, BBA/Business, 1984
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Whatcom County Washington GOP, State Committeewoman, National Christian Forensics Communications Assoc.
Parent/Coach, Christian Heritage, Speaker/Workshop/Vendor
Care Net Pregnancy Clinic, Counselor, Good Shepherd Community Church
Member, Ferndale Senior Center, Volunteer
HSLDA, Member, Generation Joshua
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
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)
Luanne Van Werven
OTHER (1)
*Washington State Farm Bureau PAC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Rep. Luanne Van Werven
Former Rep. Vincent Buys
Mayor Scott Korthuis
Mayor Kyle Christensen
Whatcom County Republican Party
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
State Republican Party Organizations (2020)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
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
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
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?
If there is an unsurvivable fetus, such as an ectopic pregnancy which poses a life threatening health risk to the mother.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
If there is an unsurvivable fetus, such as an ectopic pregnancy which poses a life threatening health risk to the mother.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
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.
Strongly Agree
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?
Defund Planned Parenthood
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Defund Planned Parenthood
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 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.
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.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
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
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 original intent of this "establishment clause" was that state support for a particular religion or for any religion was improper. The government does not have to be hostile to religion, but just may not prefer one over the other. This means that we are free to exercise and practice our religion without government interference.
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
The original intent of this "establishment clause" was that state support for a particular religion or for any religion was improper. The government does not have to be hostile to religion, but just may not prefer one over the other. This means that we are free to exercise and practice our religion without government interference.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
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?
I believe the free market has the best solutions for health care coverage with individuals remaining in charge of their healthcare decisions. The goal of the legislature should simply be to make sure there is access to affordable/quality care.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I believe the free market has the best solutions for health care coverage with individuals remaining in charge of their healthcare decisions. The goal of the legislature should simply be to make sure there is access to affordable/quality care.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Agree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
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
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.
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?
State Representatives would have very little policy opportunity in this area since its a federal issue. However, I believe that people should follow the legal path of immigration to become productive members/citizens of our country. I do not support undocumented people gaining entrance to the U.S. through illegal means.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
State Representatives would have very little policy opportunity in this area since its a federal issue. However, I believe that people should follow the legal path of immigration to become productive members/citizens of our country. I do not support undocumented people gaining entrance to the U.S. through illegal means.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
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
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.
My beliefs and faith are based upon historic Christianity. The values that I hold are based upon Biblical study and understanding.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
My beliefs and faith are based upon historic Christianity. The values that I hold are based upon Biblical study and understanding.
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 have never held public office, nor put out public statements on these matters.
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 have never held public office, nor put out public statements on these matters.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Experience: raised in a stable and loving family, which allowed me to pursue higher education and opportunities to learn and grow. I have a degree in business/marketing and 20 years of sales/management experience. This led to building my own business, learning the value of competition and innovation. I have many years of Christian service, ministry, teaching and volunteering. For fifteen years, I focused on the education and raising of my children. I was very involved in their lives and activities. During that time, I started and coached high school debate teams, of which my own children were apart. This competitive activity was through the students debating government policy. This will be invaluable in public office.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Experience: raised in a stable and loving family, which allowed me to pursue higher education and opportunities to learn and grow. I have a degree in business/marketing and 20 years of sales/management experience. This led to building my own business, learning the value of competition and innovation. I have many years of Christian service, ministry, teaching and volunteering. For fifteen years, I focused on the education and raising of my children. I was very involved in their lives and activities. During that time, I started and coached high school debate teams, of which my own children were apart. This competitive activity was through the students debating government policy. This will be invaluable in public office.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
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?
I believe all people are made in God's image, therefore giving them intrinsic worth and value. I believe this allows me to listen well and respect others' viewpoints. I believe that servant leadership is the most effective way to lead. Bringing people together to achieve worthwhile goals is one of the greatest joys in my life.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I believe all people are made in God's image, therefore giving them intrinsic worth and value. I believe this allows me to listen well and respect others' viewpoints. I believe that servant leadership is the most effective way to lead. Bringing people together to achieve worthwhile goals is one of the greatest joys in my life.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
No Answer
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
No Answer
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
A method to ensure that felons and criminals cannot access firearms. Keep military assault weapons for military use only.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
A method to ensure that felons and criminals cannot access firearms. Keep military assault weapons for military use only.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
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?
1. Defund Planned Parenthood 2. Work on more school choice options, such a vouchers and charter schools 3. Reduce regulations and taxes on businesses and families
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is being fueled by radical activists and domestic terror groups following the events of police brutality and the consequent death of a black man. Riots are currently happening as I am writing this, so it does appear to be a very real threat to domestic security. Businesses are being looted and people are being harmed.
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
1. Defund Planned Parenthood 2. Work on more school choice options, such a vouchers and charter schools 3. Reduce regulations and taxes on businesses and families
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is being fueled by radical activists and domestic terror groups following the events of police brutality and the consequent death of a black man. Riots are currently happening as I am writing this, so it does appear to be a very real threat to domestic security. Businesses are being looted and people are being harmed.
