Sandra "Candy" Christophe
Democrat | Louisiana
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Sandra "Candy" Christophe
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 5
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Louisiana College, Pineville, La, BA, 1990
Louisiana College, Pineville, La, BS, 1990
Grambling State University, Grambling, La, MSW, 1993
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
Reentry Solutions for Louisiana, Founder and Vol. Exec. Director, Central La. Head Start
Past Board President, Re Entry Alliance for Louisiana, Secretary
Pentecostals of Alexandria, Messiah performing Arts, Bob Ross- CRI
Artist Instructor
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
La. State Rep. Edward Larvadan
Mayor Alma Moore
Mayor Jeff Hall
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
Joe Biden (2019)
State Democratic Party Organizations (2019)
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.
Disagree
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.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Threat of life to mother, rape, and incest.
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.
Agree
How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?
I would initiate and/ or support a bill that would protect the spending of tax dollars generated from social security taxes. Social Security is an earned benefit and I would restrict its usage to only its intended purpose. I would propose that money utilized by other departments be repaid over a period o time to the social security administration and used for its intended purpose to ensure future generations are guaranteed social security benefits.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I would support the reduction of spending tax dollars on luxury items and trips, including vacations, that are not essential or considered in the direct interest of the American people.
Under what circumstances should taxpayers help pay off existing student loans?
Hardship cases should be looked at individually by a neutral panel. Excessive borrowing should not be relieved at tax payers expense.
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
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
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?
The government can not control the church: * theology * self expression * religious activities * expressions of faith
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Agree
I support the elimination of private healthcare insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Healthcare coverage would be affordable including the working poor. They would be able to keep their private doctors. Medication for our seniors would be free.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Agree
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?
* Utilize all available intelligence to keep Americans safety. * Keep active terrorist watch list at our ports & borders to prevent entry. * Work with our allies to enhance our safety efforts.
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
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) should be abolished.
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
Employers should be required to use E-verify to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.
Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
*Dreamers *Flight from abuse & terror * Family members connecting/reunification * Work & educational purposes
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.
Disagree
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.
I believe that Jesus is the son of God, was crucified, died and rose from the dead, ascended into heaven and will return to judge the living and the dead.
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 respect American traditions, Christian values and universal morals. I also respect the rights of others who chose not to practice any religious beliefs. I am pro business. I am for a strong defense and free trade. I am anti-communist. I am a strong advocate for America and Americans. I also acknowledge that we must be tolerant of our differences to live peacefully on this earth together. Healthcare should be truly affordable for all including our working poor. All healthcare plan packages should have the option of keeping your private doctor.
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?
I am a small business owner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Addiction Counselor, and grandmother who is deeply rooted in my faith. I am not afraid to speak truth to power. I can work on both sides of the isles. I understand the world of small business, government, and non profits. My clinical skills of complex problem solving and working with difficult people under harsh circumstances is just what we need to bring needed resources district 5. I consider it an high honor and a privilege to serve others.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
No access to guns if potential owner has: * Mental health diagnosis * Domestic Violence Report * Previous report of endangerment behavior * Felony conviction resulting in rape, murder, kidnapping, terror, etc. * No automatic or military weapons or gadgets to make guns automatic
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
I support BDS (boycott, divestment, and sanction) against Israel if they refuse to allow the creation of a Palestinian state.
Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Disagree
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Neutral
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Agree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
I would initiate and/or support a bill that would: 1. Develop and implement a National COVID-19 response plan to save lives and steer our country back toward normalcy. 2. Develop and implement a national plan to ensure Health coverage for all inclusive of those with pre-existing conditions including COVID-19. 3. Develop and implement manufacturing plants within Dist. 5 for construction of modular homes that are hurricane proof, energy efficient, single family, attractive dwellings that would help to rid our area of our housing shortage, provide jobs/ careers and help to stimulate our local economy.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes. Extremist of any groups that uses race to harm or destroy others reduces freedoms and liberties for the the oppressed targeted group. Equality requires tolerance and accepting of our differences. This is how we form a "more perfect union" as our forefathers intended. This must be our message for peaceful living together.
