
Derral Reynolds
Republican | Missouri
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Derral Reynolds
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Republican Primary
Race
State Representative, Dist. 128
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, MBA, 1996
University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, BA, 1996
Aims Community College, Greeley, AA, 1996
WORK & MILITARY
Full Retirement into activism and ministry, 2021
Information Technology (Retired) International Business Machines (IBM): Programmer – Project Manager Electronic Data Systems (EDS): International Project Manager – Corporate Director Hewlett-Packard (HP): International Program Manager Contractor: Project Manager - Program Manager, 1996-2021
Commercial Construction (Retired): Carpenter, Certified Welder and Management (Foreman – Supervisor), 1978-1995
Ranch and Farm, 1967-1977
AFFILIATIONS
God's Disciples, Founder, CEO
Mission Productions, Founder, CEO
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Moms for America Action
OTHER (1)
Freedom Principle MO
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Full Gospel Businessmen Fellowship International - FGBMFI-USA
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Only if the life of the mother is at risk. I will propose a bill to actually "define this risk" based on facts. Far too many mothers and doctors use this clause to abort a baby when the mother's life is NOT truly at risk.
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.
Strongly Disagree
I will work to outlaw ALL abortion methods, including chemical abortion drugs. This should not be allowed, unless the conditions for a mother's life at risk are met.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
In fact, any other organization that supports Planned Parenthood should "also" not receive Federal, State or Local funding, as well.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
The Right to Life is NOT for the unborn only - this applies to ALL people of ALL types of ALL ages. We do NOT have the right to kill the elder, the handicapped or the mentally ill. Their lives matter!
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
NONE... The government needs to get out of the religion business. The separation of church and state is a lie. Jefferson actually meant "separation of state from church"! This is why the pilgrims came to America and it has "always" been the standard of our founding fathers - a bedrock foundation of America.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
We have the right to deny anything we want to anybody. It's called Freedom! Being politically correct is NOT a requirement, it's a cowards way out of standing for what's right. The bible and our laws lay out the morals that our country should follow.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
The Chinese have been stealing and marketing technology plus nearly everything else we manufacture. They have planted many adversaries in our country and with the wide open border we have now, military age males are coming into our country in swarms. We need strong tariffs against Chinese imports and against American companies who move their business to China or source from China. We must upgrade and harden our utility infrastructure. We need to pursue cyber criminals and hold them accountable.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes, Israel is our strongest ally. In addition, the Hebrews are God's chosen people. Supporting them keeps God on our side, a pretty good place to be! Israel is the only country in the middle east that does not suppress their people, allowing them freedom and opportunity. If Israel was destroyed, any chance at stability in the middle east would evaporate. It would become an intense breeding ground for terrorists that would seriously impact America in the future.
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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
Option C This is a complicated question. I do not want to keep Obamacare in place, it's a very expensive drain on government funding. However, I believe people need good health care. In order to do this, we don't need government policy and red tape to stifle quality health care. This is why I'm going with C. Until we develop a quality solution, one that keeps healthcare at the highest of standards and government fingers out of it, we won't have the proper program.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None... The vaccines of the 1950's were quality and focused, they got the job done. The vaccines of today are full of poisons and cause significant harm.
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
I would restrict this to American citizens only. We must NOT continue to allow foreign entities to buy up our land and businesses, even more so by people and countries who openly hate America. As for free enterprise, I would support tariffs to level trade equality. A fair and balanced trade platform that would encourage American business to remain on American soil and force other countries to deal with America honestly.
What is your position on the minimum wage?
The market should dictate the demand and wage. We need a minimum level that cannot be dropped below, but not a higher one. We need to end the practice of some companies paying $2 an hour or charging people to work for them because they get tips.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
We need to focus on facts and needs for all government spending. Never on social agenda or the latest fad. Common sense and what's good for the state should prevail.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
We MUST secure our border with an impenetrable wall. Next, we need to deport every single illegal in America, I-9 or not. Send them directly into Mexico, not their home country. If Mexico has to deal with illegals, Mexico will seal their other borders and not let them pass through their country. If they are criminals, they go to jail, not deportation. In addition, we need to deport all children born in the United States with their family, as non-citizens.
EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
Strongly Agree
Parent's are in charge of their children, period. If we move public funds for a child's school to the school of their choice or home schooling, public schools will have to change for the better or go out of business. Better educated children make a brighter future for everyone!
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
We need law enforcement on the streets and in the courts. In today's world, law enforcement needs more funds. Support our police, sheriffs and other law enforcement. Enable them to do their job! No more catch and release by the prosecutors and judges. We need our courts to enforce the laws.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None... The 2nd amendment is clear - right to bear arms. This does NOT restrict anything. If we want to increase public safety, we need to "enforce the laws"! The answer is not taking guns away from good citizens. Criminals will get guns legal or not...
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
It should be mandatory for certain teachers and school officials to open carry in school. Deterrence is 90% of prevention.
ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Adhere to the founding documents, Constitution, Bill of Rights, etc. To obey the will of the people. To protect the people. Enforce the laws. They had it right when they created the Mayflower Compact - a government "of the people for the people".
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?
Very Conservative
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
I would go even further and put anyone involved with gender confusion, sexual perversion, sex manipulation or even teaching these things in jail. Children are too young to understand such topics properly. We have a responsibility to protect our kids. Those who go after our children belong in jail.
Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
The parents are the only people who should be in charge of their children. All decisions and authority rest with the parents, not the schools or government.
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Any gender transition service of any type should be against the law. Any person involved in this process should be in jail. This should apply to all funding, private or taxpayer.
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Agree
Our country was founded on "Natural Law", this is well established in historical literature. These Natural Laws are given to all people directly from God and His Word. The Bible is clear on the topic - one man and one woman, anything else is a violation of Natural Law. The government has no authority to contradict logic and common sense. God's Word is the final word!
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
First and foremost, I am a Christian. I believe that God created all we see and know. I believe that God's Word, the Holy Bible, is His instructions for us on how to live our lives. To me. proclaiming to be a Christian takes more than talk, we must walk the walk. We are servants of the Lord. I will at all times put God first. America was founded as "One Nation Under God" and I will do everything I can to bring America back to God - in our government, in our schools and in our families. I am a Conservative, that believes in good moral values and doing the right thing, even when it isn't easy. I believe in America and will support our country through thick or thin. I believe in the family; they are the foundation of our strength and future.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
ONLY American citizens who can prove they are American citizens should vote.
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Disagree
I think there's a better solution. One that I will propose for Missouri when elected. Take all votes "by county", were 50% of the counties, plus one determine the winning vote for the state. This will remove the power of large liberal cities from swaying an entire state against the beliefs they hold. Then force the electoral college for that state to "vote" according to the winning counties or eliminate the electoral college.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, in today's world the liberal agenda calls anybody they don't agree with a racist. They scream racism about anything they don't like. The truth is that God created "one race" - which means we are all the same under the skin and culture. We need to look at it this way. Judge a man on "his character" NOT what he looks like. The reason racism is a serious threat today is that it's not used properly against "real racism". Instead it's become a tool to attack others for any reason.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
CRT is a racist lie about historical truth, racism and slavery, just like the 1619 project! America is the least racist country in the world. America was the "first" country to legally outlaw slavery. During the slave trade period in America, less slavery was conducted in our country than most countries of the world at that time. Even today, many black and middle eastern countries still practice slavery. There is no place for these racist lies to be taught in our schools, we must stop it!
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.
Strongly Agree
A male is a male. A female is a female. They need gender exclusive events, sports, living quarters and bathrooms. Men do NOT belong in private areas for females. Men do NOT need to overtake women's sports. Men who do this cannot compete against other men, because they are not good enough to win. There are biological differences that shine for both sexes. We need to honor these differences and support them.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
I choose A and C. However, this doesn't mean we can't be earth friendly in the way we dispose of waste and use the resources. I see this is a company responsibility to do the right thing. We don't need regulations that bog down progress. If a company doesn't do the right thing, we force them to clean up their pollution AND pay for it themselves, not taxpayer money. We would see better stewardship if we did this. To bog down progress with red tape and restrictions is not the right thing to do.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Until technology improves, coal is the best resource for energy. We need to develop wind and solar much further along and figure out how to reduce the resource drains during the manufacturing process before they becomes a viable solution.
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