Aaron Leedham
Democrat | Washington
Candidate Profile
Liberal (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Aaron Leedham
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 41 - Pos. 2
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, Bachelors in Zoology, 2015
Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, Masters in Education, 2016
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Washington Education Association, Member, Oregon Education Association
Member, National Education Association, Member
UFCW 21, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Washington, 41st LD Position 2, 2020
Race
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.
Strongly 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.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I believe that it is every American's right to have the freedom of choice in all aspects of their life, within the confines of the law. However, they should always have access to all information available to them in order to make an educational choice. A limited government means that it is not the purpose of said government to determine how its citizens live.
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.
Agree
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
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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 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.
Disagree
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 values that one religion holds does not fully translate into the values of a nation as diverse as the United States. When even those within the same denomination may hold differing opinions and values from one another, the laws of the nation must be available for use to help establish order between these groups.
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?
My idea for universal healthcare is that it can be used to supply a base level of healthcare for all American citizens, but they can choose to purchase their own healthcare packages or upgrades through private companies or through their employment.
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.
Strongly Disagree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
There should be limitations on immigrants coming from nations who show hostility to the United States and its citizens, while also looking into potential criminal and anarchic backgrounds.
EDUCATION
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.
Neutral
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Agree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I identify as Christian and support the values of caring for one another and support the charitable aspects shown through numerous religious organizations around our great nation.
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 lack publicly available information due to this being my first campaign for office.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have a Masters of Science in Education from Oregon State University and multiple years of teaching experience.
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?
While I lack experience in office, I promise to work hard and be accessible to all of my constituents.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
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
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
There should be requirements on background checks, limitations on number of firearms, and mental health evaluations for higher caliber weapons.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Agree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Agree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
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Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, it has been shown many times that racism is prominent and established in many of the systems built throughout the United States.
