
James Hanink
No Party Preference | California
Candidate Profile
BIOGRAPHY
Name
James Hanink
Party
No Party Preference
Election Year
2021
Election
Gubernatorial Recall
Race
Gubernatorial Replacement
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, Ph.D., 1975
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, M.A., 1972
St. Mary's University, San Antonio, TX, B.A., 1968
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
American Maritain Association, President, New Oxford Review
Contributing Editor, WCAT The Open Door, Host
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (1)
American Solidarity Party
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (4)
Desmond Silveira
Ronda Chervin, Ph.D.
Sebastian Mahfood, Ph.D.
Brian Carroll
OTHER INFORMATION
As of 8/9/2021, the California Secretary of State reported candidate had received $3,363.89 during the current election cycle.
Bio and key message submission available on Ballotpedia
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
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
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
None.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
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.
Disagree
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I would reduce military spending.
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 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
I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
Yes
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The government can do so only when churches are promoting violent activities or clearly endangering public safety.
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
There should be no state establishment of religion; nonetheless, there can and should be shared contributions to the common good.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Agree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I would promote a combination of both government and private insurance coverage.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Disagree
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 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
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Given that the U.S. has sufficient resources, those who can contribute to the common good should be allowed to immigrate. Special consideration should be given to those who suffer religious or political violence.
VALUES
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
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a practicing Roman Catholic. I accept the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
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?
No Answer
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I am a member of the American Solidarity Party. Our platform does not correspond to the usual designations listed in #23. Neither does Catholic Social Teaching.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I taught philosophy for four decades, chiefly in a Jesuit university. I have been an active figure in the American Solidarity Party.
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 encourage voters to avoid "canned" political language and "thought blockers," e.g., left and right, liberal and conservative, reactionary and progressive. Look instead for coherent and consistent policies that show a regard for the good of the human person.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Agree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
No
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I am opposed to the private ownership of military-style weapons.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
1. pro-life legislation 2. pro-religious freedom legislation 3. pro-home ownership legislation
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, insofar as it contributes to social disorders.
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