
Chris Watts
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile
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BIOGRAPHY
Name
Chris Watts
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Senate District 30 Special
Race
Senate District 30
Incumbent
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EDUCATION
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WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Myra Crownover (2014)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
LIBERAL
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RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates) (2018)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
"I believe in protecting the life of the unborn". Issues – Protection of the unborn. Candidate website. https://wattsforsenate30.com/issues/ §§ "I also believe we should continue to support the lives of those born."..."I support responsible legislation to give these children the best opportunity to thrive. Texas should be as protective of children after birth as we are of children prior to birth". Candidate website. https://wattsforsenate30.com/issues/
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
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Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
"Texas laws supporting the life of the unborn continue to test the limits of Roe v Wade, as evidenced by the U.S. Supreme Court case In 2016". Issues – Protection of the unborn. Candidate website. https://wattsforsenate30.com/issues/
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.
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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.
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Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
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I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
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What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
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NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
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HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
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How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
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ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
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Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
"Private property rights is the bedrock of our republic. The ability to own land and do with it what you want is the foundation of autonomy and generational wealth. It is crucial that we continue to protect private property rights against governmental overreach". Issues – Private Property Rights. Candidate website. https://wattsforsenate30.com/issues/
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
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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.
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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.
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Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
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EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
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2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
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What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
"I support the current laws of the state of Texas regarding responsible gun ownership".Issues – Second Amendment. Candidate website. https://wattsforsenate30.com/issues/
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
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I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
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The Electoral College should be abolished.
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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?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
"Mayor Watts, with the support of Police Chief Frank Dixon and the Denton City Council, is joining former President Barack Obama’s 'Commit to Action' initiative for police reform following the tragic death of George Floyd in Minneapolis". "Denton Mayor to Form Use-of-Force Committee".Voice of Denton, City of Denton. June 10, 2020. https://voiceofdenton.com/denton-mayor-to-form-use-of-force-committee/
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
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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?
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Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
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What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
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Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
"As an elected official at the grassroots level for more than 12 years, I have worked day-in and day-out to create effective public policy. My education, private business experience and public service have equipped me to apply my skills in listening and negotiation to the issues facing Senate District 30 and to find solutions that benefit all citizens of the district".Issues – Public Policy. Candidate website. https://wattsforsenate30.com/issues/
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
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I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
"Mayor Chris Watts asked 'for all citizens to celebrate the work of the LGBTQ community'”.Bridnee Bizor. "Denton City Council proclaims June Pride Month for second year in a row".North Texas Daily.June 5, 2019.https://www.ntdaily.com/denton-city-council-proclaims-june-pride-month-for-second-year-in-a-row/
Promotion of the LGBT agenda in public schools, including teaching of “sexual orientation” and “gender identity”, is completely inappropriate and should be opposed at the state and local level.
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I support allowing public high school students to participate in athletic competition based on the gender with which they identify instead of biological sex.
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Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
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