Wade Burleson
Republican | Oklahoma
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Wade Burleson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary & Special
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 3
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
East Central University, Ada, Oklahoma, B.S., 1987
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Istoria Ministries, President, The Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma
President, Rotary International, Board Member
Emmanuel Enid, Lead Pastor, Tulsa Police Department
Chaplain, Garfield County Sheriff's Department, Chaplain
The Plainsmen Foundation
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (3)
Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association OK2A
Oklahoma Conservative Political Action Committee
Oklahomans for Health and Parental Rights
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (4)
The National Rifle Association
Dinesh D'Souza
America First
Oklahomans for Health and Parental Rights
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
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.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Only in extreme cases where the life of the mother is at stake.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Only in extreme cases where the life of the mother is at stake.
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Disagree
iVoterGuide Notes:
After evaluations occurred, the candidate expressed that his preferred response to this question should be “Strongly Agree “
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
We need a fair, flat tax.
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Disagree
iVoterGuide Notes:
After evaluations occurred, the candidate expressed that his preferred response to this question should be “Strongly Agree “
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
We need a fair, flat tax.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
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
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
There should be a separation of responsibilities. The church should feed the poor, care for the indigent, and open their doors to everyone. The state should close protect the national border and advocate LEGAL immigration, punish lawbreakers, and protect the rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of private property (happiness) for all citizens.
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
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
There should be a separation of responsibilities. The church should feed the poor, care for the indigent, and open their doors to everyone. The state should close protect the national border and advocate LEGAL immigration, punish lawbreakers, and protect the rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of private property (happiness) for all citizens.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None
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
iVoterGuide Notes:
After evaluations occurred, the candidate expressed that his preferred response to this question should be “C “
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None
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
iVoterGuide Notes:
After evaluations occurred, the candidate expressed that his preferred response to this question should be “C “
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
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
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
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
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Secure the borders of the United States, protect the rights of American citizens, and punish those who wish to take away constitutional rights. Radicals of every religion that seek to demand submission to their unconstitutional demands should be punished.
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
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?
Secure the borders of the United States, protect the rights of American citizens, and punish those who wish to take away constitutional rights. Radicals of every religion that seek to demand submission to their unconstitutional demands should be punished.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Disagree
iVoterGuide Notes:
After evaluations occurred, the candidate expressed that his preferred response to this question should be “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.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Those who swear allegiance to uphold the Constitution, pledge fidelity to the United States of America, and have gone through the legal process of immigration.
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Disagree
iVoterGuide Notes:
After evaluations occurred, the candidate expressed that his preferred response to this question should be “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.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Those who swear allegiance to uphold the Constitution, pledge fidelity to the United States of America, and have gone through the legal process of immigration.
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
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 am a follower of Jesus and believe and trust the Bible.
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
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 am a follower of Jesus and believe and trust the Bible.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Verified voter identification, strong law enforcement to prevent ballot harvesting and the casting of multiple ballots, and a CLEAN-UP of the voter roles - ANNUALLY.
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Verified voter identification, strong law enforcement to prevent ballot harvesting and the casting of multiple ballots, and a CLEAN-UP of the voter roles - ANNUALLY.
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No. The Laws of Nature and of Nature's God are color blind. We have a brotherhood of mankind in America, and allegations of racism are designed to divide.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No. The Laws of Nature and of Nature's God are color blind. We have a brotherhood of mankind in America, and allegations of racism are designed to divide.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
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.
A
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.
A
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?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
https://www.news-journal.com/wade-burleson-announces-his-candidacy-for-the-2022-oklahoma-3rd-congressional-district/article_063c3247-63db-5d7d-8b92-e8be47650ebb.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
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
PLATFORM - BEST FOR US Border Security We must secure our borders to protect both our citizenry and those who wish to legally enter this great country in order to become a part of it. Energy Independence While renewable energy has its place, fossil fuels are abundant and cost-effective. To regain our energy independence, we must encourage fossil fuel production. Second Amendment “…shall not be infringed…” (Constitution of the United States, 1789) Term Limits Politicians can’t represent people with whom they’ve lost touch. We must adopt term limits to ensure a continuous flow of representatives rising from the ranks of the people. Freedom Government should not encroach on its citizens. We must protect our God-given rights, including life (from conception to death), liberty (including speech, religion, press, medical consent, and parental rights), and private property. Opportunity Equal opportunity does not mean equal outcomes. Every citizen deserves an opportunity to thrive (or fail) by freely exercising Constitutionally protected liberties. Ranching/Farming Oklahoma’s unmatched farmers & ranchers should be free to operate unfettered by government regulations or globalist agendas. They deserve Farm Bill support. Upholding the Constitution “The Laws of Nature and of Nature’s God” guide good government. Free and fair elections are the foundation of our constitutional government. Standing Against Anti-American Ideologies American ideals extend well beyond personal peace & prosperity. I will stand against ideologies that are counter to the core tenets of our constitutional liberties, such as communism, socialism, and globalism.
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
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
https://www.news-journal.com/wade-burleson-announces-his-candidacy-for-the-2022-oklahoma-3rd-congressional-district/article_063c3247-63db-5d7d-8b92-e8be47650ebb.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
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
PLATFORM - BEST FOR US Border Security We must secure our borders to protect both our citizenry and those who wish to legally enter this great country in order to become a part of it. Energy Independence While renewable energy has its place, fossil fuels are abundant and cost-effective. To regain our energy independence, we must encourage fossil fuel production. Second Amendment “…shall not be infringed…” (Constitution of the United States, 1789) Term Limits Politicians can’t represent people with whom they’ve lost touch. We must adopt term limits to ensure a continuous flow of representatives rising from the ranks of the people. Freedom Government should not encroach on its citizens. We must protect our God-given rights, including life (from conception to death), liberty (including speech, religion, press, medical consent, and parental rights), and private property. Opportunity Equal opportunity does not mean equal outcomes. Every citizen deserves an opportunity to thrive (or fail) by freely exercising Constitutionally protected liberties. Ranching/Farming Oklahoma’s unmatched farmers & ranchers should be free to operate unfettered by government regulations or globalist agendas. They deserve Farm Bill support. Upholding the Constitution “The Laws of Nature and of Nature’s God” guide good government. Free and fair elections are the foundation of our constitutional government. Standing Against Anti-American Ideologies American ideals extend well beyond personal peace & prosperity. I will stand against ideologies that are counter to the core tenets of our constitutional liberties, such as communism, socialism, and globalism.
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
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?
None
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
