
Christopher Hogan
Republican | Minnesota
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Christopher Hogan
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
General
Race
State Senator, Dist. 3
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Bemidji State University, Bemidji, Bachelor of Science, 98
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Duluth Bethel, Treasurer, Skyline Rotary
Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (1)
Republican Party of Minnesota
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
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
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?
Never.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
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?
Government staff and benefits, welfare, social/cultural/arts programs. Limit size and scope of government.
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 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
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Government should not impede in societal realms that are cultural/religious. Freedom of religion means to be able to publicly express your religious beliefs, free from fear of government or mob retaliation.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Subsidized available for lower income, pre-existing covered, everyone must pay something either in premium or out of pocket. Keep private system for middle + income earners. Keeping private system with competition is only option for quality and cost controls, No single payer system!
NATIONAL SECURITY
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
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 Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
People who pledge loyalty to the United States and will contribute economically to not be a burden to American entitlement systems.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
VALUES
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.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Born again traditional orthodox evangelical
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?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
FaceBook page will be up next week. Press Releases in Falls Journal and Northshore Journal. Endorsed Republican candidate
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Broad knowledge in economics, politics, business, history, banking, and regional (NE MN) affairs. 20 years as commercial lender and bank executive. Bachelor of Science in business administration, minor economics.
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?
Active in politics since 1996.
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.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Neutral
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. Environmental regulatory relief reform including expedited time frames for Environmental Impact Statement process. Keep politics and lawsuits out of industrial investment. 2. Freedom of educational choice with funds to encourage educational options and choice for Minnesota's children. 3. Less taxes and regulations.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No. Systemic racism is a myth of cultural Marxism.
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