Jason Holifield

Republican | Florida

Candidate Profile*

Leans Conservative

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Jason Holifield


Party

Republican


Election Year

2020


Election

Primary


Race

State Senator, Dist. 5


Incumbent

No


Links

Jason Holifield websites
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EDUCATION

Dixie County High school, Cross city, diploma, 1993

North Florida Community College, Madison, law enforcement, 1999

WORK & MILITARY

correctiional officer, co, 6

AFFILIATIONS

Cross city church of God, member, VA hospital

Volunteer

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Dixie County Commissioner, 8

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.
OTHER (1)

*Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)

Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida

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.

Agree

Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

im pro life.


ECONOMY

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

What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?

As a county Commissioner I stayed on budget cuts, there is always waste in Government. I will spearhead cuts as we go though the State budget


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.

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?

I understand the concept...Now we need more God


HEALTHCARE

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 don't believe it is the Governments duty to provide health care for everyone


NATIONAL SECURITY

The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.

Strongly 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.

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?

immigrants need to follow protocol set by the Federal Government


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.

Agree

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.

I believe in Jesus Christ as my Lord and SAVIOR


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.

I Believe in smaller government and God and prayer are Very important

What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?

I was a County Commissioner for 8 years, its about Listening to the needs of the people and bring that to the forefront

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?

This is an opportunity to help people, SERVE the people. We are asking for Donations as we are up against Big money You need to know that my opponent is the Current Senators wife...your current State Senator is termed out in this District. I am for Term limits I support President Trump I am an NRA member When we Win we will give God the Glory.


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.

Agree


2ND AMENDMENT

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

Yes

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

we have enough restrictions on guns


OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Disagree

I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.

Strongly Disagree

The Electoral College should be abolished.

Neutral

In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?

prayer back in school help Teachers with Insurance costs repeal the red flag law for gun rights

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

it could be thats a lucrative question my Bible tells me .."to Love my neighbor as myself" we all need to practice that, all races.

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