Brandon Beckham
Republican | Utah
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Brandon Beckham
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
State Senate, Dist. 23
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Utah Valley University, Orem, BS, Digital Media, 2011
Utah Valley University, Orem, BA, American Government, 2013
George Washington University, Washington, DC, MA, Legislative Affairs, 2016
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Missionary Service - Mozambique, Africa, Utah Valley University
Humanitarian Service - Namibia, Africa, Boy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout
Gun Owners of America, Member, Contributor, Pro Life Utah
Contributor, Volunteer, March for Life Utah, Volunteer
Keep My Voice (election integrity), Co-Founder, former Director, Utah Republican Party
Elected Member of the State Central Committee (governing body), Utah Republican Party, Precinct Chair, State Delegate, County Delegate
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
https://www.brandonbeckham.com/endorsements
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
When the life of the mother is at risk.
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
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Remove Utah State Food Tax; Allow political contributions to be tax-deductible;
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Pork barrel spending (pet projects) should be completely eliminated. Wasteful spending on Higher Education, Homeless Programs must be addressed.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Agree
Parents must have more involvement and oversight. Tenets of Critical Race Theory must be removed, localized school boards, make the superintendent elected by parents statewide, and put a check on federal funding mandates.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The government should never be allowed to close churches. Religious freedom is protected under the First Amendment of the US Constitution.
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?
Never.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Engage in a robust global intelligence program and anti-terrorism effort within all branches of the military and law enforcement agencies; Support peaceful Islamic groups, promote American values of religious freedom and tolerance;
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?
All those who qualify to enter the US via the legal process and those who meet the requirements to become American citizens.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly 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
Strongly Agree
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
I have worked to eradicate CRT in Utah. Recently, I directed and produced a documentary film on CRT called "Identity Marxism" to inform parents and lawmakers about the harm that CRT is doing to our public schools. Check the film out here: http://identitymarxism.com/
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I believe that our Creator gave us all life and we are all equal in his sight and endowed with "certain inalienable rights." I believe there is life after death and that how we live our lives and treat others matters.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Valid ID should always be required when voting. This is a problem we must address with mail-in ballots.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
We deserve a transparent system where it’s easy to vote and very difficult to cheat. We deserve a transparent system where it’s easy to vote and very difficult to cheat. Constitutionally, each state has the authority to make its election laws. In Utah, there is room for improvement to ensure our election process is secure. Key measures should include: Requirements for valid voter identification when voting Camera surveillance and GPS tracking of ballot dropboxes Make it unlawful to vote in state and out of state within the same election Checks on election funds coming from non-government organizations Establishment of an annual statewide voter registration audit, security of election equipment, and restrictions on internet connections
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, racism isn't a threat. America is one of the most accepting nations in the world. We have all races and ethnicities here. The real problem is the woke left that is pushing and inciting racism when we've moved past that over the last 50 years.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
This is ridiculous to litigate the past again. It will only cause further division in the country.
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) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy.
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
We need to be energy independent as a nation and we can! This is both an economic and national security issue. Biden has made us dependent on foreign oil when we don't need to be.
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The general purpose of government is defined in our Declaration of Independence: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.--That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed" Government is principally for securing our God-given rights and liberty under the rule of law and elected representatives.
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
I would describe myself as a constitutional conservative. Let's stick to the limited government that our Founders gave us, which when followed produces national success.
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
N/A
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?
Here are my legislative priorities: https://www.brandonbeckham.com/issues
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Strongly Disagree
We need to support our law enforcement. Police officers must also uphold the Constitution and obey the laws in their conduct.
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 support Constitutional Carry, meaning no permit is needed to open or conceal carry. Background check on firearm purchases is ok. Violent offenders should be restricted until they have satisfied the law. I oppose red-flag laws, federal gun control measures, and any legislation that violates our 2nd Amendment.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
