Cathy Ann Houchin
Republican | Wisconsin
Candidate Profile*
Conservative
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Cathy Ann Houchin
Party
Republican
Election Year
2021
Election
Special Republican Primary Assembly Dist. 37
Race
Repr. to the Assembly, Dist. 37
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, M Ed, 83
Maranatha University, Watertown, WI, BS, 78
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Harvest EFC Church
Member, Worship Team, ISTE, Arts and Technology PLN President
Discovery Education Network, Leadership Council Member, NRA
Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Dodge County Supervisor, 5
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.
CONSERVATIVE (1)
*Wisconsin Family Action PAC
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
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
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.
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.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Life begins at conception. I believe that abortion is not something you allow. You can not just decide it is ok for this or that situation. If the mother will die unless something is done, then it is up those involved to decide what to do. It is not the governments' job to decide. After prayer and seeking God's will, then and only then would I believe that it should be allowed. This is a very rare situation.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Life begins at conception. I believe that abortion is not something you allow. You can not just decide it is ok for this or that situation. If the mother will die unless something is done, then it is up those involved to decide what to do. It is not the governments' job to decide. After prayer and seeking God's will, then and only then would I believe that it should be allowed. This is a very rare situation.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Spending must be reduced to balance the budget. I am in favor of a balance budget. Some of the items I would reduce are items that do not directly affect the taxpayer. My example would be new cars for various departments , new furniture etc. These are items that could be used a little longer etc. We do not need the newest items. We need to look at the budget line by line and look for items that can be cut. I do not want to cut roads construction, but I would look at how bids are taken etc.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Spending must be reduced to balance the budget. I am in favor of a balance budget. Some of the items I would reduce are items that do not directly affect the taxpayer. My example would be new cars for various departments , new furniture etc. These are items that could be used a little longer etc. We do not need the newest items. We need to look at the budget line by line and look for items that can be cut. I do not want to cut roads construction, but I would look at how bids are taken etc.
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.
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly 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
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
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
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?
Separation of church and state means to me the freedom to worship without state interference. Your church can preach/worship without the state telling you what to say or do. This is what makes America a great place. Freedom from prosecution is because of separation of church and state.
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Separation of church and state means to me the freedom to worship without state interference. Your church can preach/worship without the state telling you what to say or do. This is what makes America a great place. Freedom from prosecution is because of separation of church and state.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Doctors offices and hospitals can promote Badger healthcare.It can be promoted with public service ads. The counties have many Health and Human Services that can help promote adequate, affordable and accessible for all health insurance. Wisconsin has Badger Care that allows those who cannot afford insurance.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Doctors offices and hospitals can promote Badger healthcare.It can be promoted with public service ads. The counties have many Health and Human Services that can help promote adequate, affordable and accessible for all health insurance. Wisconsin has Badger Care that allows those who cannot afford insurance.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly 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.
Strongly 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.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
To immigrate to the U.S you need to follow the current laws. The immigrate needs to have a relative already in the country legally and will sponsor the new resident. If you have a job in the U.S and eligible for a green card, then you should be allowed to come, when we have an opening. There are skill sets that are needed and immigration can help in this area. This should be only after we can't find that skill set among our citizens. We can't take everyone at the same time. I know that it could be a long wait, but it is fair.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
To immigrate to the U.S you need to follow the current laws. The immigrate needs to have a relative already in the country legally and will sponsor the new resident. If you have a job in the U.S and eligible for a green card, then you should be allowed to come, when we have an opening. There are skill sets that are needed and immigration can help in this area. This should be only after we can't find that skill set among our citizens. We can't take everyone at the same time. I know that it could be a long wait, but it is fair.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality that is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality that is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Disagree
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 the death, burial and resurrection of my Lord and Savior , Jesus Christ. I am a born again Christian who wants to serve the Lord through my election. I believe in honesty and integrity. the Bible is God's word . I put God first in my life.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in the death, burial and resurrection of my Lord and Savior , Jesus Christ. I am a born again Christian who wants to serve the Lord through my election. I believe in honesty and integrity. the Bible is God's word . I put God first in my life.
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
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.
As a Dodge County Supervisor I have voted against budgets and spoken out against excessive spending. These records can be found in the minutes of the Dodge County Board and building committee. I have been serving since 2016. I constantly am fighting for fiscal responsiblity.
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
As a Dodge County Supervisor I have voted against budgets and spoken out against excessive spending. These records can be found in the minutes of the Dodge County Board and building committee. I have been serving since 2016. I constantly am fighting for fiscal responsiblity.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
The past 5 years as a Dodge County Supervisor has given me experience for this office. I have learned many rules and laws over my tenure. I have learned about budgets, governing rules and how to analyze budgets. This time as a county supervisor has given me the qualifications I need for this office.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
The past 5 years as a Dodge County Supervisor has given me experience for this office. I have learned many rules and laws over my tenure. I have learned about budgets, governing rules and how to analyze budgets. This time as a county supervisor has given me the qualifications I need for this office.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
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 have experience with government. I have been a county board member for 5 years and know that decisions are hard. I am willing to make those hard decision and stand up for what is right. I do not have to follow the crowd. Right is right and wrong is wrong. I am willing to listen to all my constituents. I will strive to contact you about your concerns. I will stand up for the citizens not the lobbyists.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I have experience with government. I have been a county board member for 5 years and know that decisions are hard. I am willing to make those hard decision and stand up for what is right. I do not have to follow the crowd. Right is right and wrong is wrong. I am willing to listen to all my constituents. I will strive to contact you about your concerns. I will stand up for the citizens not the lobbyists.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Restrictions are not needed. We just need to follow the laws that are already on the books. If the current laws are followed and upheld, safety would be protected.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Restrictions are not needed. We just need to follow the laws that are already on the books. If the current laws are followed and upheld, safety would be protected.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
1.Fully reopen the state of Wisconsin. 2 Grow Business 3. Legislation against Culturally Responsive Race Theory
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
1.Fully reopen the state of Wisconsin. 2 Grow Business 3. Legislation against Culturally Responsive Race Theory
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is not a threat, but the news outlets and others are promoting it to be a threat. Most Americans are not racist. The liberal culture is trying to take the view of a small group of people to seem like they are the majority. Educational institutions that promote liberal agendas are causing this problem. It in invading her in small Wisconsin school.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is not a threat, but the news outlets and others are promoting it to be a threat. Most Americans are not racist. The liberal culture is trying to take the view of a small group of people to seem like they are the majority. Educational institutions that promote liberal agendas are causing this problem. It in invading her in small Wisconsin school.
