Annie McDaniel
Democrat | South Carolina
Candidate Profile
Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Annie McDaniel
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 41
Incumbent
Yes
Links
EDUCATION
University of SC, Columbia, Masters, 1991
University of SC, Columbia, BS, 1982
McCrorey Liston High School, Blair, Diploma, 1978
WORK & MILITARY
Fairfield County Vocational Center, Accounting and Office Management, 1
AFFILIATIONS
National Foundation of Women Legislators, State Director, Women in Government
State Director, SC Legislative Democratic Caucus, Member
SC Legislative Black Caucus, Treasurer, SC Caucus of Legislative Women
Member, National Council of Negro Women, State Mechanism 2nd Vice President Elect and Parliamentarian
SC Democratic Party, Executive Committee, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc
Columbia (SC) Alumnae Chapter Parliamentarian, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc, Past State Social Action Chair and Past SC State Coordinator
St. Matthews First Baptist Church, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Fairfield County (SC) School District Board of Trustees
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Fairfield County School District Board of Trustees, 2000 - 2018
Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2021-2022
50%
2021
17%, 23% (cum.)†
2021-2022
|50%
2021
|17%, 23% (cum.)†
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
2019-20
|80%, 86% (cum.)†
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (1)
Progressive Turnout Project
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
Piedmont Regional Association of REALTORS®
Planned Parenthood Votes SC PAC
Catawba Central Labor Council
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (2012)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
The government should allow a woman and those she designate make that decision. A specific time frame in which an abortion can be done is acceptable to prevent or minimize abortions from being used as birth control. There should not be coercion on either side. Forcing a female to carry a child her support system has all agreed in counterproductive only make for huge problems on the back. Finally, the state has yet to accept the responsibility of adequately raising the child with all benefits the female is forced to have. Not a government matter.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Disagree
It depends on the circumstances and the support the female is willing to accept after the state intervenes with assistance. Again, the state has a responsibility to protect and preserve, which does not include selective protecting and preserving. Experts can come up with the situations in which the state should allow assistance. Until we figure out how to resolve office involved shootings and the well being of the mentally ill, consider with a greater since of urgency the role of government.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Disagree
The rational for abortions should be provided for "aid in dying". If we justify by saying all lives are important and recognized as just that, then ALL means ALL.
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
The tax code should be that all pay their fair share based on ability to pay, to include corporations and the super rich. Redistribution of wealth with conditions for those accepting and participating in government programs should be contingent upon one learning to fish versus just being given a fish is paramount to solving the problem of the being disadvantaged economically.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Funding that is not justified, that does not strengthen the economy and funding that does not have monitoring and measuring components.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
However, the funding should be only for tuition, room and boarding and books to a certain amount regardless of the institution you attend. Transportation only if the school does not have on camputs housing or campus provided transportation.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Choose not to answer
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Health and safety emergencies or when the appropriate authority deems it necessary.
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)Tax-payer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be de-funded.
A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.)
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
The same process should be used, which was used to determine vaccinations necessary for children prior to them entering schools. Refusal means if it is proven you caused someone to become infected, you must suffer the consequences. Protection from illnesses that can be minimized through vaccinations is for the protection of those you come in contact; particularly, those with health issues.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Did not answer
I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel, and promote the rights of Palestinian refugees.
Choose not to answer
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Did not answer
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Did not answer
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Disagree
I support ALL children receiving a quality education and necessary funding being provided to ensure they all have access to a great education regardless of zip code. I support all systems which receive government funding having accountability audits which produces empirical data that adequately reflect areas of weaknesses. I support t audits being truly independent.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Choose not to answer
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Choose not to answer
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition
Choose not to answer
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
This is not the meaning of Critical Race Theory. While it is not the current intention of many American that the United States present itself as racist, there are many instances, matters and actions within American that are racist. Defaming the true meaning of Critical Race Theory does not make the truth go away. If many had to live through and still live within racism, those who fear the truth being told of the ill treatment of many Americans should hear and denounce the evil treatment.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Did not answer
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Neutral
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
ALL American should be allowed to vote. A convicted criminal should not be cause for one who made bad decisions ineligible to vote. Serving time and not being allowed to vote is double punishment for the same crime. The purging of voting roles should be approved by an independent group made up of equal representation from each party.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, the country would far better off is racism was dealt with from its inception; however, it is never too late to do the right thing. The racism that still remains in this county has cause so may security and law enforcement related issues.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
This county was built by many who have been victimized because of their race. Many minorities have not been given the opportunity to enjoy the wealth that was due their ancestors. Many today enjoy wealth passed down from their ancestors who did not allow those who built this great county to attain wealth. Had it not been for the ancestral wealth those enjoying slave earned wealth may not be where they are today. I support a study of the impact of racism, ancestral wealth and wages denied.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost.
Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost.
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Disagree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
I agree with the following as reflected on google: Protect Rights. Right to fair trial, Right to vote, Freedom of speech. Promote Rule of Law. Enforce laws fairly and ensure public safety. Prepare for Common Defense. Keep a strong military, build alliances with other nations. Support the Economic System. ... Provide Public Services.
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?
Moderate
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Did not answer
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized in either civil or criminal court for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
I am the peoples representative; thus, my positions based on testimony and research is subject to change. I believe that while I have various views, I am elected to make decisions not based on my personal views, but based on what is best for those I have been elected to serve. I have a duty to research, accept testimony and what ever else is necessary to make an informed and educated and informed decision.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Strongly Disagree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Disagree
I support adequately funding Police Departments, Mental Health and community programs with accountability measurements and evaluations. I support funds that allow for proactive rather than reactive opportunities.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Ban on guns that are deemed assault weapons.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Neutral
Depends on the circumstances and the laws in place at the time of the incident.
