Alsey Heth Hopkins
Republican | North Carolina
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Alsey Heth Hopkins
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 25
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Gaston Community College, Dallas, AA, 2019
Nash Community College, Nashville, AA, 2020-21
NC State, Raleigh, BA, 2022
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I support current restrictions on abortion which state that no abortion is allowed after 20 weeks. I personally am strongly against abortion and would more inclined to limit it as an elected leader. Some studies show the fetus can feel pain at 12 weeks when the nervous system develops which is a hard pill to swallow.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Agree
Such a tax system would be impossible but I have always liked the idea that religious people could opt out to have their tax dollars go toward such a practice they are against. This of course is far to broad and isn't the best course but I put it here to show my thoughts on this issue. I would say the best way forward would be for these organizations to be audited to show they are not using public money for that part of their practice.
If Roe v. Wade is overturned by the US Supreme Court, how far are you willing to go to roll back North Carolina's statutory abortion law that allows abortion up to 20 weeks?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "I would support rolling the law back to around 15 weeks such as other states or as we see in Europe and other parts of the world."
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Neutral
Would you support a limitation on chemical abortion that protects women from taking abortion pills without the care and supervision of a qualified physician?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Yes I would support limitations."
ECONOMY
The government should do more to close the gap between the working class and the wealthy.
Strongly Agree
I disagree with people on the left who also want the same thing. I like to see myself as a true capitalist or even Jeffersonian in my vision. I want the people in my area to be able to open small businesses which meet local needs. I believe the American people need to lead themselves for a chance and feel as though they control their destiny. To decrease the wealth gap I would attempt to raise up my people with programs and outreach and better education. We should invest in ourselves.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
I do not want to raise taxes on the poor or middle income payers. I would seek to raise revenues other ways with smaller taxes
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
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RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Strongly Disagree: People should not be asked to violate their religious beliefs. I support the ruling in Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission."
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Only in extreme circumstances such as when the church has proved to be causing harm to its members or committing some heinous crime."
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Religious freedom is a right all people should have. I do believe however that a nation should embrace its religious heritage. I prefer a model where an official religion is put forward and revered but not required for holding office or to restrict any aspect of a person’s life. The modern interpretation of Jefferson’s ideals is one that's taken too far."
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.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "B"
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "In the case of a long proven vaccine requiring it to use public services is acceptable to me. I have always disliked anti-vaccine attitudes which in states like California endanger children and have led to outbreaks of ancient illnesses. However, in the terms of something like covid vaccines I do not support any mandate whatsoever."
EDUCATION
States should allow parents to use the Opportunity Scholarship Program to fund private school for their children.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Agree: Private schools especially charter schools which aim to teach conservate values should be allowed to use these funds."
In what situations does a parent not have the right to know what their child is being taught in public school?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "No Circumstances ever. A parent must always have that right."
When should parents be restricted from speaking in school board meetings?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Never, except in the case of something extreme such as threatening the board. They should always be allowed to speak out their concerns and frustrations with the school system."
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Agree: Freedom without discipline leads to chaos."
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Disagree"
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Strongly Disagree"
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "I am a baptist who believes in the divinity of Christ. I believe that life is a struggle of constant temptation but also a beautiful thing. My favorite book is Ecclesastles and its several messages about humanity lacking meaning but that being a blessing from God. That we are here to enjoy creation and make our path in it."
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Strongly Disagree: Voter id should be required. I understand there are fears of it being used as voter suppression but I will not allow that in my area."
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "The voting system badly needs modernization. We need better machines and more security at polls to ensure fair elections. I would also put forward a law to make election day a federal holiday."
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "No, not so much racism but rather a poor method of handling race in the USA is being employed by our leaders. Our government needs to do more to take seriously the various needs of the races in the nation. This poor handling of race relations has led to violence and sharp political divides and is one of the greatest threats to America."
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.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "This depends on case by case basis but on average I tend to lean toward B"
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "The purpose of government is to provide structure for humanity to flourish. To allow for as much freedom as possible while protecting order and justice."
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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After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Pragmatic"
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "https://restorationnewsmedia.com/wilsontimes/news/hopkins-seeks-new-wilson-nash-state-house-seat-5403410"
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized in either civil or criminal court for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "No"
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "I am at my core a man who cares about the well being of the people. I feel especially that the people of North Carolina are being conned. I want legislation that helps them directly. I also feel that the conservative movement must regain control over education as it is the thing that controls the future of our nation. As such education reform is a day one priority followed by laws to help raise native North Caolinians grow rather than bringing in out of state businesses which only attract left wing voters."
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Agree: If the policy was the cause of the action then the organization should be held accountable not the officer."
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Strongly Disagree: The police do need reform but the idea to defund the police is insane."
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Waiting times and background checks are what is needed. I do not support the restricting of firearms especially given how the majority of shootings are done with illegal firearms or stolen firearms."
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Strongly Disagree"
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Would you support legislation that prohibits biological boys from competing on girls sports teams?
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iVoterGuide Notes:
After panel evaluations occurred, candidate provided this answer: "Yes"
