Kevin Crutchfield
Republican | North Carolina
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Kevin Crutchfield
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 82
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Broome Comnunity College, Binghamapton, ASEE, 1981
Uncc/IBM, Charlotte, BSCE equivalent
WORK & MILITARY
IBM Corporation - 1981 - 1994 Positions Held - Electronic Technician Engineering Purchasing Agent - Printer Development - Printer Engineering Software Developer - Check Image Development, Data Base Analysis
Cabarrus Plastics - 1994-1995 Position Held - National Sales Manager
Rite Lite Signs 1995- 1996 Position Held - Vice President of Operations
IBM Corporation -1996 - 1998 Position Held - Purchasing Agent (CPM 1997) - Electronic Card Assemblies
The Crutchfield Group, LTD. 1998 - Present Position Held – President/CEO. - Residential construction operations. Currently operates as real estate holding company and equipment leasing operation. Manage all activities related to the business operations.
Casco Signs, Inc. 1998 - Present Position Held – President/CFO – General Manager and finance officer for the company. As general manager I am responsible for all internal and external operations for the company. I handle activities that includes, design activities, bidding activities, Marketing activities, verification of field operations and execution, Fabrication of commercial signs, Procurement of all related materials, including growth activities, and executing the directives of the CEO. Casco Signs, Inc. currently employs 45 full time personnel.
Castaway Properties, LLC 2009 - Present Position Held - Managing Partner
Crutchfield Farms, Inc 2015 - Present Position Held – President/CFO
AFFILIATIONS
Cabarrus county GOP, Board member, Hospital and tourism authority of charlotte
Board member, RowanCabarrus foundation board, Board member
United stated states sign council, Board member, Southern states sign association
Past president, Cabarrus County Planning and Zoing Board, Board member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
NC House of Representatives - District 82, Held 1
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
Previous Races
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2023
98%
2023
88%, 88% (cum.)†
2023
67%
2023
|98%
2023
|88%, 88% (cum.)†
2023
|67%
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (1)
Kristin Baker M.D.
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (8)
Cabarrus Sheriff Van Shaw
Rowan Sheriff Travis Allan
Concord Mayor Bill Dusch
Cabarrus Commissioner Lynn Shue
Cabarrus Commissioner Tim Furr
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (10)
State Republican Party Organizations (2023)
Anne Marie Peacock (2022)
Catherine Whiteford (2022)
Keith Kidwell (2022)
Paul Newton (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
Here is a video of Kevin Crutchfield presenting his stances on same-sex marriage and abortion. Time stamps are below.
Marriage & Religious Liberty
- 10.44
Heartbeat pro-life bill
- 32.16
Kevin Crutchfield withdrew his support of bill than would ban legal abortions in NC.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I am an advocate for protecting life. In the womb or on the battle field, we have a responsibility to protect those who cannot protect themselves. Personally and scientifically, life begins at conception. I'm committed to backing any measures that aim to reduce abortions in North Carolina, having proudly voted for the most pro-life legislation in state history last year. This legislation addresses conditions that should be considered in this arena.
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What is your position on the minimum wage?
I oppose increasing the minimum wage. The free market is one of the pillars of American exceptionalism. Employers and employees should be free to make their terms for employment, free from government interference and meddling.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The U.S. Constitution is clear: our First Amendment rights are absolute. The government has no authority, under any circumstances, to close churches. Roy Cooper violated the Constitution when he did so.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Should religious schools which accept state funds be allowed to only admit families and students who agree to adhere to their statement of faith?
Yes
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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necssary
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Governments should never be allowed to require vaccinations. Schools and employers are more nuanced since this includes private institutions that can enter into contracts with students or employees. There should always be religious exceptions.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes, America's relationship with Israel is very important. Israel is the only functioning democracy in the Middle East, our long-time ally, an important economic partner, and a strategic and vital military partner.
EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
Strongly Agree
VALUES
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
No healthcare diagnosis or treatment, whether mental, reproductive, or otherwise, should be given to a child without first receiving written consent from the parent unless an emergency situation arises risking immediate death.
Strongly Agree
I would define emergency situations clearly and state that this exception would hold for situations risking death or the loss of a major bodily function.
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
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
Yes, marriage as it is defined in Scripture is a sacred union of one man and one woman. However, for any society governed by the rule of law, there has to be a legal definition of marriage. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled on this topic.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
My beliefs and values are based on my Christian faith which centers around the teachings of Jesus Christ as presented in the Bible.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
Voting absentee by mail ballot should be limited to those meeting at least one of the following criteria: 1) 65 years of age or older on Election Day, 2) sick or disabled, 3) expecting to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day, or 4) confirmed to be absent from the county of registration during voting.
Agree
I believe that absentee ballots should be limited to those who are sick or disabled, confirmed to be absent from the county of registration during voting, and those serving in our military. Additionally, States have to do a better job eliminating fraud, and verifying and securing ballots.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is propagated by leftist media. The world has made significant strides to ensure racial equality. It is not a threat to domestic security. Lawlessness, is, however, a significant threat to domestic security. To ensure domestic security, closing the boarder and increasing the protection of our free society is paramount.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
a) Stricter Enviromental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The general purpose of government is to prevent chaos by providing security for individuals, families, and businesses so they can prosper, live freely, and participate in the free market. Under the state constitution, North Carolina's government is charged with giving children the opportunity to learn in K-12 schools, community colleges, and universities. The Federal, State, and Local governments work together on public goods such as the transportation network.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No
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
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I'm a strong supporter of the Second Amendment and believe it is a foundational freedom in this country. I believe that gun ownership should only be restricted to people who are dangerous (severe mental illness, convicted and violent felons, domestic abusers, etc.) after due process has been conducted.
