Kurt Aughney
Republican | Montana
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Kurt Aughney
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
State Representative, Dist. 84
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
University of Montana, Missoula, Masters of Public Administration, 2010
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
In cases of rape and incest or other instances when it puts the mothers life in jeopardy.
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
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
It should be simplified with less loop holes and more basic principles.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I believe we can look at every part of state government and find numerous components that could be reduced or eliminated. This could lead to targeted funding to more efficient, productive and cost effective programs.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
Should be through high school but not fully funded by taxpayers in college.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
A government shouldn’t be in the business of closing churches.
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.
I align more with option C.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
People shouldn’t be forced to have a medical procedure preformed. Governments place is to encourage but not force medical procedures.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
The US must maintain a strong military and intel presence to both eliminate and deter terrorism threats. We must adequately fund our military and armed forces.
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
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?
They US must have annual limits on net migration and anyone allowed must follow all laws and rules required to become a citizen.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Agree
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 have been raised and follow Christian values and morals and am teaching them to my children as well. American still is and was founded under Christian principals, morals and values.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
I believe in Montana the previous legislative session set a good tone. Voters need a valid idea, absentee voting only when certified as necessary and same day registration should not be allowed.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, but things like CRT and the moderate progressives are trying to make it an issue. I believe relations were better before BLM.
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.
In Montana we have valuable resources that we can responsibly extract and having a thriving economy so I align with A, however, Montana should remain the beautiful place it is.
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To ensure the liberty of each family and to safeguard the security of the country . The government should work to help people succeed through their own work and merit and help guide, but not lead, a strong economy.
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).
Did not answer
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 a fifth generation Montanan raising the sixth with conservative values right here in Montana House District 84. I have the background and experience to help lead so much more for 84.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Strongly 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?
I am an avid gun owner and can find limited need to restrict firearms to law abiding citizens.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
