Karla DuPriest
Republican | Alabama
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Karla DuPriest
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Senator
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, B.S. Accounting, 1988
Virginia College, Mobile, A.S. Healthcare Reimbursement, 2017
WORK & MILITARY
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program-Graduate-Delgado Community College, 2016
AFFILIATIONS
Port City Church of Christ (AL), Children Church and Sunday School Teacher
Connie Hudson Senior Center (AL), Instructor
Mobile County (AL), Appointed, Land Commissioner
Mobile County (AL) Probate Court, Appointed, Absentee Ballot Manager
Azalea City Republican Women (AL), Treasurer
National Federation of Republican Women, Member
Kansas Federation of Republican Women, Minority Outreach Chair
Mobile County Republican Executive Committee, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Mobile County License Commissioner, 2016
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Pete Riehm; Chris Horn
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
State Republican Party Organizations (2022); WinRed (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
WinRed (2022)
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I will support Federal, State and local governments legislation to stop Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood from receiving funds.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I will support Federal, State and local governments legislation to stop Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood from receiving funds.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Neutral
I have personally experienced family members suffering from the pain of Cancer in Hospice. Where is the dignity? In the end of Life from a terminal illness for a person requesting their doctor, help in ending their life. People should have autonomy over their death.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Neutral
I have personally experienced family members suffering from the pain of Cancer in Hospice. Where is the dignity? In the end of Life from a terminal illness for a person requesting their doctor, help in ending their life. People should have autonomy over their death.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Often the decision to have an abortion is a haste one and under duress. Under current Federal laws, abortion clinics are not required to inform a woman about the physical and psychological risks involved in destroying her unborn child, due to rape and incest. There are other options for the unborn child such as adoption.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Often the decision to have an abortion is a haste one and under duress. Under current Federal laws, abortion clinics are not required to inform a woman about the physical and psychological risks involved in destroying her unborn child, due to rape and incest. There are other options for the unborn child such as adoption.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
Our Founding Fathers based our Constitution on the separation of church and state while incorporating religious principles, which has made the United States, the Gold standard in governance around the world. We should endeavor to maintain the balance between church and state.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
Our Founding Fathers based our Constitution on the separation of church and state while incorporating religious principles, which has made the United States, the Gold standard in governance around the world. We should endeavor to maintain the balance between church and state.
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.
I choose option B because the United States and our relationship with NATO exist to promote democracy and eliminate tyranny. I believe in extreme cases that the United States should intervene, otherwise we should focus on our own country.
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.
I choose option B because the United States and our relationship with NATO exist to promote democracy and eliminate tyranny. I believe in extreme cases that the United States should intervene, otherwise we should focus on our own country.
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.
Neutral
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.
Neutral
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
This is one of our major security issues, a tremendous amount of money from American citizens has been spent, while fighting terrorist cells and too many American lives have been lost. This is an issue that I will focus on once I am in the Senate.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
This is one of our major security issues, a tremendous amount of money from American citizens has been spent, while fighting terrorist cells and too many American lives have been lost. This is an issue that I will focus on once I am in the Senate.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Our government and private entities have required vaccinations and immunizations for schools, to protect against disease such as the measles and the mumps. I am vaccinated and have had the booster for Covid-19; however, I believe an individual should have the right to choose vaccination or non vaccination on behalf of them and their family.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Our government and private entities have required vaccinations and immunizations for schools, to protect against disease such as the measles and the mumps. I am vaccinated and have had the booster for Covid-19; however, I believe an individual should have the right to choose vaccination or non vaccination on behalf of them and their family.
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.
Option B
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.
Option B
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Disagree
Redistribution of income is not needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes. If equality leads to a low standard of living among all groups, there will be no money to distribute from the rich to the poor.
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Disagree
Redistribution of income is not needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes. If equality leads to a low standard of living among all groups, there will be no money to distribute from the rich to the poor.
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
I think the laws reflected in our tax codes should not increase taxes on Small businesses which are passed on the consumer.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
I think the laws reflected in our tax codes should not increase taxes on Small businesses which are passed on the consumer.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
State and federal funds shall be denied to any public or private entity, such as a sanctuary city, that is not in compliance with immigration laws.
Agree
State and federal funds shall be denied to any public or private entity, such as a sanctuary city, that is not in compliance with immigration laws.
Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
The Congress has established Immigration Laws and rules concerning circumstances. We should follow those laws and any exception legislated by our government.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
The Congress has established Immigration Laws and rules concerning circumstances. We should follow those laws and any exception legislated by our government.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Agree
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
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?
I believe everyone is entitled to their 2nd Amendment Right, but a select few should be restricted from gun ownership. People that are mentally ill, as well as repeat violent crime offenders should have some restrictions in place.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I believe everyone is entitled to their 2nd Amendment Right, but a select few should be restricted from gun ownership. People that are mentally ill, as well as repeat violent crime offenders should have some restrictions in place.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
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?
Conservative
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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
https://www.al.com/news/2022/02/from-catering-business-to-senate-karla-dupriest-jumps-into-gop-contest-for-us-senate-in-alabama.html
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
https://www.al.com/news/2022/02/from-catering-business-to-senate-karla-dupriest-jumps-into-gop-contest-for-us-senate-in-alabama.html
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
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 am a businesswoman, the mother of an veteran, I have been a loyal Republican for over 32 years. I was a District Manager for Republican Congressman Richard Nichols in Kansas, in which I did business on his behalf in Washington, D.C. I have ran a business for 24 years, while still volunteering in church, in the Republican Party, and even teaching a dance class for senior citizens. My platforms are for Small Businesses, Veteran's Rights, and Parental Rights/ Family Values. I believe that the "decisions of today, are the consequences of tomorrow. What lifestyle will you and your kids be living?"
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
I am a businesswoman, the mother of an veteran, I have been a loyal Republican for over 32 years. I was a District Manager for Republican Congressman Richard Nichols in Kansas, in which I did business on his behalf in Washington, D.C. I have ran a business for 24 years, while still volunteering in church, in the Republican Party, and even teaching a dance class for senior citizens. My platforms are for Small Businesses, Veteran's Rights, and Parental Rights/ Family Values. I believe that the "decisions of today, are the consequences of tomorrow. What lifestyle will you and your kids be living?"
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Neutral
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Neutral
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Neutral
I stand with the State of Alabama and the Republican Party.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Neutral
I stand with the State of Alabama and the Republican Party.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a conservative Christian woman who believes in hard work and service to our families, country, and God.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a conservative Christian woman who believes in hard work and service to our families, country, and God.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
As an Appointed Absentee Ballot Manager for Mobile County in the State of Alabama, we have very strong voting practices. Our procedures have been recommended to every other state.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
As an Appointed Absentee Ballot Manager for Mobile County in the State of Alabama, we have very strong voting practices. Our procedures have been recommended to every other state.
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Disagree
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Disagree
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is a topic that causes issues. If people of different races cannot find common ground. It can be a threat to the tranquility of this nation.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is a topic that causes issues. If people of different races cannot find common ground. It can be a threat to the tranquility of this nation.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Agree
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Agree
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.
Option A
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.
Option A
