
Brad Jenkins
Republican | North Carolina
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Brad Jenkins
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 83
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Andersonville Baptist Seminary, Camilla, GA, Pastoral, 2014
Baptist Bible College, Springfield, MO, Pastoral, 2005
Western Plains Historic Preservation Association, Lingle, WY, Archeology, 2003
WORK & MILITARY
Wyoming Army National Guard, E-4, 6
AFFILIATIONS
Chapel Street Baptist Church, SR. Pastor, Central City Baptist Church
Sr. Pastor, Solid Rock Baptist Church, Sr. Pastor
Douglas Baptist Church, Assc. Pastor
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (1)
North Carolina Grassroots Government PAC
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)
Carl Ford (2019)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2021)
State Republican Party Organizations (2021)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Ectopic Pregnancy only until medical science can safely help both the mother and child because life begins at conception and should be protected from the womb to the tomb and all stages in between.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
No Public funds should ever go to any abortion group for any reason
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?
Total Abolition of all abortions.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
Life is precious and should be protected from the womb to the tomb and all stages in between.
Would you support a limitation on chemical abortion that protects women from taking abortion pills without the care and supervision of a qualified physician?
Yes
Any Abortifacient drugs should not be used.
ECONOMY
The government should do more to close the gap between the working class and the wealthy.
Strongly Disagree
I believe the free Market should be left to pull people out of poverty and a person should work hard in our free country and be the master of their on destiny.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Flat Tax
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly 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
Everyone should have individual soul liberty protected.
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Under No Circumstances.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
The state shall make no law in respect of the establishment of or hindering the free exercise of religion. The country should pick Christian leaders to serve us in the public arena.
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.
C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Under NO circumstances
EDUCATION
States should allow parents to use the Opportunity Scholarship Program to fund private school for their children.
Strongly Agree
I think Funds should follow the student to wherever the parent chooses
In what situations does a parent not have the right to know what their child is being taught in public school?
The parents should have the right to know what their child is being taught in every situation. The parent not the state is the final authority on all education.
When should parents be restricted from speaking in school board meetings?
Never as long as proper ethics and decorum are observed.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
The Country was founded in large by Christians
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
I think that God made them male and female and he didn't make a mistake.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
CRT Is an evil attempt to destroy our good country
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a born-again blood bought bible believing Child of God. I read my bible every day and pray. I trust Gods word as my full source of wisdom.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
You need an ID for everything and this is no exception
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Voter ID, State Holiday to Vote, Audit of Elections, harsher punishments for cheating.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes because its being taught in CRT. If we treat others as the Lord would have us, with respect and care then race will not be a problem. Everyone deserves respect no matter what color they are.
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.
A. Let the free market take care of it.
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
For the Common defense and to protect liberty.
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
I am very much in favor of our country following the US and state constitution
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
chapelstreetbaptist.com Salisbury post articles Come hear me preach
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?
Protect our Faith, Family and Freedoms
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
If they follow the law and serve they need our support.
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
If funding is needed then it does not need to come from the Police budget.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
NO restrictions on lawful Gun Owners will help keep us safer.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
An individual is responsible for his/her own actions.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Would you support legislation that prohibits biological boys from competing on girls sports teams?
Yes
Modesty and protecting children is vital for a secure upbringing.
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