
Melissa Martz
Republican | Florida
Candidate Profile*
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Melissa Martz
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 21
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Nova Law, Davie, JD
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
A Mother's Heart Corp, Co-Founder and VP
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (1)
*Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida
OTHER (1)
Republican National Hispanic Assembly of Florida
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
THE REPUBLICAN LIBERTY CAUCUS, REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY OF FLORIDA, BORN TO RIDE 45, LIBERTY DEFENDERS, AMERICA FIRST, and CORY STROLLA, ESQ
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2021)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
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
This is inappropriate at the Federal level under our Constitution.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
This is inappropriate at the Federal level under our Constitution.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
This should be decided state by state and not at the Federal Level.
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
I support a repeal of the 16th Amendment.
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Disagree
The Federal Government should cut all Unconstitutional spending. I support limited government.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
The IRS is unconstitutional. I would like to repeal the 16th amendment and implement a flat or fair tax only if the taxes we hold for other nations can not cover the cost to run what should be a limited federal government.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
I am a Constitutionalist and am running to protect our individual liberties. That is the role of Government. One of those liberties is Religious Freedom.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Neutral
The facts and individual liberties at play very much matter when answering this question. For example, you may have a store owner who wishes not to serve unvaccinated or unmasked citizens because it goes against their moral beliefs. Regardless mandates (because they are not laws) should not be coming from the Federal government and *laws* that violates individual liberties should also not be coming from the Federal government.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
The US Constitutional charges the Federal Government with protecting the Religious freedoms of the people **from infringement by the Government**.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None. "Healthcare provider" is not the role of the Federal Government, per our Constitution.
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.
D. We must find a way to transition away from healthcare provided by the Federal Government. It is unconstitutional. If the people want a Government option in healthcare, it should come from the states and be funded by the states.
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.
C. Please note --We are a Republic not a Democracy.
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.
Disagree
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Agree
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
First, we have several pressing issue to address. Like our border crisis and our economy. Once we are able to to have our head above water so to speak, yes we need to address this issue. I would consult with people like Brigitte Gabriel on this issue to come up with real solutions.
IMMIGRATION
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
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Those who have been properly vetted and who will contribute to our society.
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Disagree
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Disagree
I support the abolishment of the US Department of Education.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I grew up in a Christian and Jewish home. I attended an AG university in undergrad. I call myself a believer.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Much of this may need to happen at the State level. I would like to get rid of machines in my state and see paper ballots hand counted. I would also like to see my state get rid of vote my mail except in very outlined cases.
EQUALITY
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?
I have not seen data to support that statement.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Neutral
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.
Environmental oversight and regulation should come predominantly from the States and the State EPAs. We need to wean away from the Federal over reach in this area and many others.
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
CONSTITUTIONAL
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
https://rumble.com/vxfcwt-melissa-martss.html , https://youtu.be/cahHo2xYnlg , https://youtu.be/TLXyckw05ts , https://youtu.be/Z-WCLMORLLQ , https://melissamartz.com/media
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 will keep my Oath to Constitution and I will term myself out if term limits do not exist.
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.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
NONE at the Federal Level. If research or restriction is desired by the people then its should be petitioned for at the state level.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
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