
Bill Garlington
Republican | Colorado
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Bill Garlington
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 21
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Florida State University, Tallahassee, Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science & American History, 1981
WORK & MILITARY
None, N/A, 0
AFFILIATIONS
Republican Party, Delegate and precinct leader, Republican Strategy Forum (RSF)
Member, El Paso Central Committee, GOP of El Paso County
The Jesus Tapes- A Documentary, Investor
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
None, 0
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Congressional Candidate-Orlando, Florida 7th District, 2020
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Patriots for Freedom
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I don’t believe in elective abortion. God gives and takes life. However, (because it’s rare only if the life of the mother would be endanger) Other than this very rare case, this would be the only one. Why punish the unborn for a rape or incest? Again these are rare as well, but if God chooses that female to become pregnant then it’s God’s will and nobody else's.
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Disagree
I do not believe in abortion at all so I cannot agree to chemical drugs provided for an elective abortion. With that said all drugs should meet essential safety standards.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I believe in small government or limited government in all arenas. Federal, State, Local. Funding from taxpayers to private companies should be repealed and stopped in almost every level. The more government is involved the less freedom we all have.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Agree
4. We all have an opportunity to construct our will, our last moments of life through legal and binding documents. If a person of sound mind wishes to draw up documents of their wishes to have assisted legal euthanasia, then who are we as a free people willing to stop those wishes. Again, government needs to stay out of the lives of free men and women. I will always support free choice vs mandates and controlled legislation.
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Free enterprise and personal property is what separates America from those Communistic, Fascist, and Socialist Countries. Unfortunately those rights and freedoms have been slowly stripped away from the American citizen beginning around the 20th century. It’s because of government overreach and systematically using those 3 ideologies I just mentioned to control citizens If elected as a State Representative my voice of Conservatism, Capitalism, Christianity and the Constitution will be my mantra.
What is your position on the minimum wage?
There should not be a federal minimum wage. Wages should be passed through each state. Some states would require more while others state require less minimum wages. With that said, minimum wages should be a stepping stone for 1st time workers.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
A free country and people should not have controlled criteria of where to invest or live. Frankly anything coming from government should be looked upon as another chain to keep us as slaves. Government is necessary but it has to have limitations and be small.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Under NO circumstances should the Government close churches
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Nobody or a business should be mandated to provide services if it violates their religious freedom and rights.
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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
I believe government should stay out of the lives of free people. Nothing good comes out of a program funded or controlled by the government. Medicare and Medicaid for now should remain in effect but I am sure there is a better solution for those two programs.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Proven vaccinations like polio should be required because of its history of improvement of the lives of people and the lives of people who mingle with others. I’m against vaccinations that are pushed by government just because the government wants it
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
I have never understood why America allows non citizens the right to own land in America, and own businesses in America without an American citizen tied to that non citizen. An example where a non citizen of the Bahamas cannot own or operate a business without a bohemian citizen tied to that noncitizen in their country. It should be the same way in America.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
It’s very important. Israel is a key ally in the Middle East for America. The relationship between America and Israel should be expanded where Israel and America could have sovereignty together.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Not only should the wall be finished around the southern border, but America needs to get tough on those illegal aliens coming to the US illegally. Also tough punishment of those overstaying their government visas. Deportation needs to take place for all of those illegal aliens. Lastly, criminals who are here illegally and commit rape, murder, robbery, and kidnapping all should be sentenced to death to make the example of deterrence.
EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
Agree
I believe US States through the State legislature pick the program of a child’s education. The Federal NEA Program should be removed. As for state funding a child’s education K-12 should come from the people’s taxes collected by way of a user tax. A % of goods and services purchased by the public those dollars can be allocated to fund schools K-12. Eliminate state income tax, & property taxes for those who own their homes outright will provide more $ so more can spend utilizing the user Tax
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
I oppose CRT & DEI. I oppose adults using children as pawns to make a political statement. No child under 18 should have the right to transform by their own wishes or pushed by adults. If I could pass a law I would in prison adults who manipulate control over children under the age of 18 to transform, self mutilate, and groom, gender identity.
Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Parents should not only have the right of parenting their minor children, but they should be notified, kept in the loop, when issues or decisions from school officials, or medical personnel is being considered regarding their minor children. Examples, sex education, school literature, medical requests etc.
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Taxpayers should not provide for someone who wishes to trans gender. This goes for those in the military or in prison. I believe in little to no taxpayer funding.
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Agree
Marriage should be between a Man & Woman. I strongly oppose governmental interference in this. Just like there are only two genders. Allowing secular institutions to dictate the majority of the will of the people, who are typically Christian should not be allowed. The majority should rule in a free country.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Christian and follower of Jesus Christ
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
There should be two forms of Identification when voting. This would protect the scared vote rights. 1. Photo ID. 2. Verified Signature. I would also support in person voting, and early voting (2 weeks). No drop boxes, absentee ballots requested 2 weeks prior. Military same way on base in person or if on deployment absentee.
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College allows smaller populated states equal power like the big states. A Republic is designed for representation by the people and the states. If the Electoral College were to be eliminated, and the popular vote implemented in presidential elections, then several things would end. 1. The Republic would become a Democracy. Majority of the people. 2. Big states and big cities would control elections.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is a form of unrest and chaos. It has been over used for a long time. Individuals of all races can be racist or bigoted, but the USA is not a racist country. Racism has become a political tool supported by the liberal media in their quest of power and control over free people.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
CRT is wrong, evil and used to divide people into sections. It’s run and controlled by liberal fascist democrats who says that equality is key, but the reality is they use CRT to cause division and chaos so they can come to the rescue as powerful leaders to save the day. It’s all about political control over free men and women
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
There are only two genders. And those genders need to stay separated when it comes to sports, bath rooms, locker rooms, women’s shelters, prisons. If a male has transitioned he’s still a biological male and should not be allowed in those arenas I have mentioned above.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) 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) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
I believe in A and C. The climate is always changing. But global warming or global cooling does not exist. Drill baby drill. Fracking. Nuclear and Natural Gas. Remove windmills and stop mandating electric vehicles.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Natural Gas
ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Federal - 1. Commerce 2. Military 3. Protect its Citizens 4. Defend and Uphold the US Constitution. State- 1. Defend and Uphold the US Constitution and State 2. Balance the budget each year. 3. Keep its citizens and visitors safe from criminal activity. Local- 1. Defend and uphold the US Constitution. The state Constitution. And the city is bylaws. 2. Work within the budget. 3. Protect individuals and businesses located with the local government.
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?
Very Conservative
I am a conservative candidate who happens to be a member of the Republican Party. I don’t believe in big government in any arena. All politicians should have terms limits, this would apply to judges, state officials. I would disallow lobbyist to be involved with government officials. The people rule their own destiny and should not be controlled by government officials. I would eliminate slowly programs that are introduced by governments to steal from its citizens to hand out to others.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
Fund the police. This is one of a few things I mentioned earlier that governments are responsible for. Protect its citizens.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
1. I support the 2nd amendment. To obtain a firearm each time the buyer must do these things. This could be called restrictions. 1. No felons should obtain a fire arm 2. Each time you purchase a firearm it must be registered. A photo ID background check. 3. A training course for all first timers and every five years to keep your firearm safety classes.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
If they go through the process of obtaining a firearm I mentioned earlier
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