Jakob Williamson
Republican | Alabama
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jakob Williamson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
State Representative, Dist. 40
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Bachelor's in Political Science, 2022
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
Alabama Republican Party, State Executive Committee Member, Calhoun County Republican Party
Executive and Steering Committee Member, Young Republican Federation of Alabama, Congressional District 3 Chairman
Calhoun County Young Republicans, Chairman
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Since human life begins at conception, there are no circumstances that justify the state-sanctioned murder of the unborn.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Disagree
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The state should only have the authority to order churches closed during public emergencies that present an imminent threat to the public. After seeing a crackdown on many churches by Democratic public officials in the name of public health, we should be wary of allowing the government too much authority, especially concerning religion.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
One of the best ways to minimize threats of Islamic terrorism is by tightening border security, especially at a time when the Southern US border is experiencing record crossings by illegal immigrants.
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.
Strongly Disagree
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.
My stance on healthcare most closely resembles option (C).
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Governments should not be allowed, under almost any circumstance, to require vaccinations. Schools should only be allowed to require vaccinations that do not violate an individual's religious beliefs. Private employers should retain the right to require vaccinations only if there is a legitimate public health interest in employees being vaccinated.
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
The biggest flaw in Alabama's tax code is the state sales tax that we still apply to grocery sales. Only three states continue to use this regressive tax, and it's far past time for Alabama to lift this burden off the taxpayers.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Generally speaking, when spending should be reduced it should come from ineffective and fruitless state programs and initiatives that aren't worth the cost.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Only those who go through the legal immigration process and pose no criminal threat should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. Those with in-demand skills and job experience should be given priority in the immigration process.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Agree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Restrictions on gun ownership should be considered on a case-by-case basis. For the most part, restrictions should be placed on criminals and those struggling with mental health issues.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The general purpose of government is to protect and secure the rights of the citizens who constitute the governing body.
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
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Attached below is a long-form interview with Christopher Michael Peeks. https://youtu.be/6ZqpsZgQd2A
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'm running because I will be able to prioritize my legislative duties more than most other legislative candidates. Since state legislators lack the resources that members of Congress utilize and often have secondary careers and families to maintain, voters must elect legislators who can devote the time necessary to represent their constituents effectively. Further, I'm a fiscal and social conservative who supports low taxes and ensuring Alabamians' rights are protected from federal overreach.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition
Agree
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I'm a Christian conservative with traditional values that prioritize family and community above all.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Alabama currently has excellent voting laws that ensure our elections remain secure and free from fraud.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism does not appear to present a current or imminent threat to domestic security in the US.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
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.
My views most closely match option (A). While environmental protections are necessary, the most effective approach for maintaining Alabama's natural resources is conservation.
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Agree
