Sam Brown
Republican | Nevada
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Sam Brown
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
U.S. Senator
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
United States Military Academy - West Point, West Point, Bachelors of Science, 2006
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Masters in Business Administration, 2017
WORK & MILITARY
United States Army, Captain - O3, 2006-2011
AFFILIATIONS
Washoe County Central Committee, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Texas State House of Representatives, 2014
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (16)
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
Senate Conservatives Fund
Campaign for Working Families
Mike Lee
Club for Growth
OTHER (6)
Lorraine Hunt-Bono
Mark Hutchison
Nevada Veterans Association
Ranger PAC
Americans for Prosperity Action - Nevada
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)
Republican Jewish Coalition (2024)
WinRed (2024)
State Republican Party Organizations (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (23)
Americans for Prosperity (2024)
Barry "Z" Zisholtz Dr. Z (2024)
Club for Growth (2024)
Hardworking Americans (GA) (2024)
Henry Ross Perot (2024)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
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Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
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Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Candidate states on campaign site: "I am pro life, with exceptions for the tragic cases of rape, incest, and the life of the mother. I believe every life is precious — I learned that firsthand when I nearly lost my own life in Afghanistan. It’s shaped the way I view the world and mankind. It’s in our interest as a country and as human beings that we protect and value life — from the unborn to the everyday person."
Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?
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ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Candidate has stated: “Congress must get back to a place where we bring fiscal accountability." "I would love to see a balanced budget amendment get passed. I would push for a balanced budget amendment.” source
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
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Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
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RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
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Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
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HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
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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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
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NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
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The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
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Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
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What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
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IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Candidate has stated on his campaign website: "I’ll demand more funding for border security and patrol technologies, finish the border wall, stand with law enforcement, and fix our broken immigration system to encourage legal immigration only."
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
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EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
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I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
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VALUES
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
When asked if same-sex marriage could be in jeopardy following the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe, Brown answered, "This is an issue that I don't think that there is any chance is overturned, but the broader question is: why is government in the business of marriage to begin with?" (10:30)
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
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Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
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Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
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ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
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The Electoral College should be abolished.
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EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
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Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
Candidate posted on X: "Advocating for women means protecting women's sports. Full stop."
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
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What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
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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 religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
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What do you think is the general purpose of government?
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Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
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JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
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2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
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