Jeb Brewer
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile*
Moderate
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jeb Brewer
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Senator, Dist. 44
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Industrial Technology, 1993
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Venture Church, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS*
*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (3)
Family Policy Institute of Washington Action
*Senate Republican Campaign Committee
*Patriot Parents
LIBERAL (1)
*Log Cabin Republicans of Washington
OTHER (1)
*Mainstream Republicans of Washington
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
OTHER INFORMATION
The candidate responded to Freedom Voter Guide's questionnaire.
QUESTIONNAIRE*
*Additional information was received after the evaluation was assigned and was not considered in the Panel Evaluations, therefore it is for additional educational purposes only.
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
It's been voted by initiative by the people in in WA and the peoples voice needs to stand
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Agree
I don't believe we should be funding something so divisive as this
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Agree
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Where there is complexity there is opportunity to take advantage, we need simpler tax code and only allow exemptions on food, women's products, and other critical items impacting low income citizens.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
There needs to be an expectation that every department needs to run leaner and that all government supported programs are yielding the results intended.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
Yes but... it should be college or trade school and be managed through business tax incentives where a person is working. Nothing free is valued nor should education should not bankrupt a person bettering themselves. I think that people still need to work for it and return the benefit they are receiving.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
None
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)Tax-payer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be de-funded.
I don't think any of the current options are good. I'd like to see a new system where the individual selects the provider system they like and their employer kicks in as a benefit (compared to providers managed by the employer). This way anyone can choose their provider and not have it changed if employer changes. Based on income I then think we need base levels where government can assist paying the plan rates.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I think it should be personal choice. Many things can affect people differently and it should be a individuals choice to weigh the risk to them.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
We need tighter border control and know who is coming into out country.
I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel, and promote the rights of Palestinian refugees.
Strongly Disagree
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
I'd like to say anyone but there needs to be an expectation that they will be contributors to our country and not a burden. We are a melting pot of ideas and need to be one country, not isolated groups of immigrates not wanting to be part of America.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Agree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Neutral
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition
Neutral
I agree that it was designed by God but not everyone follows the same belief.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I'm a Christian and have strong faith but also believe it is God's job to judge not mine.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Voting is sacred in having a voice in our county and it needs to be protected. Maybe a photo is not needed but possibly more security.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
It's important to ensure the chain of custody from the voter to the count is protected. I'd have to dig deeper to see how else that can be improved.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, we need to ensure all people are equal and prevent crimes of racism that devalue others.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Disagree
I think we are past the point of reparation's but do believe that government needs to provide incentives to help promote struggling communities which are often heavy in race
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? 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. We need a middle ground that identifies business who are concerned about the environment. I think we can help the environment and create jobs.
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Neutral
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Basic tenants are protect our borders, maintain interstate infrastructure, and safeguard extremists ideas on both sides.
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?
Lean Conservative
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Did not answer
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized in either civil or criminal court for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
Did not answer
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Agree
If
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Neutral
The answer is much deeper than this and unique with each city and department. There is a balance and that ebbs and flows based on need.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I don't see the need for a 100 capacity clip. I also think that if you own a gun you need to have training for using it.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
