Zach Stover
No Party Preference | Washington
Candidate Profile
Liberal (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Zach Stover
Party
No Party Preference
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 31 - Pos. 1
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
White River HS, Buckley, Dipolma, 2006
Pierce CC, Puyallup, N/A, 2008
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations (2016)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Neutral
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Disagree
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.
Neutral
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I support a right to choose.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
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?
Having experience on the ground level. I believe we could reduce govt spending in most areas by becoming more efficient, and building our programs to be more sustainable.
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.
Neutral
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.
Strongly Disagree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Neutral
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 Government shall operate outside the direct influence of any specified religion.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Agree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I support expanding ACA to include a public option. I support Medicare for All. I don't believe any person should go into debt to cover necessary medical expenses.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Neutral
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.
Disagree
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.
Disagree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Freedom seekers. Any person who isn't seeking to be a detriment to or undermine our society should have an opportunity to enter this country legally.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Neutral
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Agree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Pantheism-a doctrine which identifies God with the universe, or regards the universe as a manifestation of God.
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?
Moderate
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I have a life long history of being able to connect with most individuals despite any perceived differences. Throughout my career I have shown the ability to compromise. I have the ability to remove my personal conceptions, and approach things pragmatically. I want to serve all of my constituency not just 51%
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have spent most of my life living in and serving this community. Everything from birth to this point has happened here. I went to school in this district from Pre-School until College. I have worked in this district. I bought my first home in this District. The list goes on. I worked for 7 years providing direct care to DD Adults at Rainier School in Buckley. That allowed me to view firsthand the inner workings of our State Facilities and Departments. I worked as a Journeyman Labor/Operator on the Seattle Tunnel Project. That allowed me firsthand experience into a State infrastructure project. So, that means I also know what it's like to commute from the 31st to Seattle during the week. I am currently a Loan Officer in Puyallup, WA. Helping people in the community achieve the dream of home ownership. I have lived to serve this community, I am the 31st!
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?
Nobody will represent YOU better. As a State Rep I don't believe it would be my Job to impose my will on Washington politics. My Job will be to represent the constituency. I vow to never forget why I am in Olympia, and who I represent. I will also work to be the most transparent and accessible Politician Washington has seen. I want the people of the 31st to be involved. I want you to know your voice is being heard.
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.
Neutral
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
No Answer
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
These are decisions that must be arrived at by consensus. I think we begin with by making sure to teach accountability when it comes to owning firearms.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Neutral
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Agree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Neutral
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
Priority order is adjustable, but these are my big 5 Infrastructure, Workers Rights, Education, Healthcare, Corruption
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes. Racism can quickly manifest into violence.
