John Bennett
Republican | Oklahoma
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
John Bennett
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary & Special
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 2
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
University of Phoenix, BS, 2007
WORK & MILITARY
U.S. Marines, First Sergeant, 1994-2015
AFFILIATIONS
Lee Creek Assembly of God, Senior Pastor
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
OKlahoma State Representative District #2, 2011-2019
State Republican Party Chairman for Oklahoma, 2021-2022
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
U.S. Congress Dist #2, 2022
Race
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
2017-2018
100%
2015
100%
2017
92%
2014
92%
2017
73%
2017
68%
2018
66%
2018
61%
2017-2018
|100%
2015
|100%
2017
|92%
2014
|92%
2017
|73%
2017
|68%
2018
|66%
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
2018
|0%
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association OK2A
Oklahomans for Health and Parental Rights
OTHER (1)
Michael Flynn
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
General Michael Flynn
Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association
Pastors and Conservative organizations all over Oklahoma
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
Jackson Lahmeyer (2021)
Jim Olsen (2018)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (14)
Boots PAC (2016)
Charles McCall (2016)
Harold Wright (2016)
Jon Echols (2016)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2016)
OTHER INFORMATION
Key votes from Vote Smart (Note: votes are from 2018)
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
No Tax money should go to Butcher the unborn!
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
No Tax money should go to Butcher the unborn!
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
Only God decides when we die.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
Only God decides when we die.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Murder of the unborn should Never be allowed! Additional Clarification: Saving the life of the mother is NOT an abortion, it is a necessary medical procedure.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Murder of the unborn should Never be allowed! Additional Clarification: Saving the life of the mother is NOT an abortion, it is a necessary medical procedure.
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
2 Thessalonians 3:10 10 For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat. We live in the land of opportunity. If you want more then you have the opportunity to live that life without taking from others.
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
2 Thessalonians 3:10 10 For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat. We live in the land of opportunity. If you want more then you have the opportunity to live that life without taking from others.
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
Our National debt is over 31 Trillions dollars. Wasteful government spending is out of control. We Must have a balanced budget, the government Must be better stewards of the taxpayer dollars, and we need to audit the bureaucracies and cut waste.
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
Our National debt is over 31 Trillions dollars. Wasteful government spending is out of control. We Must have a balanced budget, the government Must be better stewards of the taxpayer dollars, and we need to audit the bureaucracies and cut waste.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
We should change our tax code to a flat tax or a single-rate national sales tax.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
We should change our tax code to a flat tax or a single-rate national sales tax.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
As the State Representative for District #2 in Oklahoma I ran a bill called the Religous Freedom Anti-Discrimination Act to protect prayer in schools and religious freedom. House Bill 2422 in 2014. I also passed the 10 Commandments bill in Oklahoma in 2018 which authorized schools and government entities to display the 10 Commandments. I also got the Pledge of Allegiance bill passed which Required schools to say the Pledge of Allegiance in school every week.
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
As the State Representative for District #2 in Oklahoma I ran a bill called the Religous Freedom Anti-Discrimination Act to protect prayer in schools and religious freedom. House Bill 2422 in 2014. I also passed the 10 Commandments bill in Oklahoma in 2018 which authorized schools and government entities to display the 10 Commandments. I also got the Pledge of Allegiance bill passed which Required schools to say the Pledge of Allegiance in school every week.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
NO individual or business should be required to violate or compromise their deeply held religous or moral beliefs to appease someone else.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
NO individual or business should be required to violate or compromise their deeply held religous or moral beliefs to appease someone else.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
The State has No right telling the Church what we can or cannot do, however the Church has every right and responsibility to be involved in our government. This God blessed nation was built upon the laws of nature & natures God as we see in our founding documents. It was legally defined at our founding as we see in Black stones Commentaries as Gods Word and Gods Will.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
The State has No right telling the Church what we can or cannot do, however the Church has every right and responsibility to be involved in our government. This God blessed nation was built upon the laws of nature & natures God as we see in our founding documents. It was legally defined at our founding as we see in Black stones Commentaries as Gods Word and Gods Will.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Under No circumstances does the Government or its employees have the right to require Anyone to get a vaccine against their will.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Under No circumstances does the Government or its employees have the right to require Anyone to get a vaccine against their will.
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)Tax-payer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be de-funded.
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)Tax-payer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be de-funded.
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) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. We need to put America first.
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) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. We need to put America first.
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
Israel is an independent country and therefore sovereign. Palestine Is not a country and should not be recognized nor allowed to harass Israel by demanding a seperate state.
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
Israel is an independent country and therefore sovereign. Palestine Is not a country and should not be recognized nor allowed to harass Israel by demanding a seperate state.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Communism is completely antithetical to our God blessed Constitutional Republic and the U.S. Government should take the steps necessary to protect the American people from it.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Communism is completely antithetical to our God blessed Constitutional Republic and the U.S. Government should take the steps necessary to protect the American people from it.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Basic US Warfighting Doctrine states that we cant defeat our enemy until we identify who they are, what they say they are, how and why they fight. Then we can formulate a counter attack and defeat them. This has been a failure of the U.S. Government for decades. The infiltration of Islamic Jihadi terrorists into the highest levels of our government by Abdul Rahman Alamoudi (A convicted Al-qauda Financier who worked for the U.S. Government) is an example of our governments failure. We MUST call the enemy what it is; ISLAMIC Jihadi terrorist. Islams stated goal is to impose allahs divine law on the entire earth until All people fall under Islam and is governed by Sharia law. The vehicle to do this is Jihad, which is legally defined in Islam as committing warfare against All non-Muslims. If our government actually read and understood the Islamic doctrine and understood it is totalitarian and violent then we could defeat it. All Federal, State and Local agencies should be taught the TRUTH about Sharia Law (as Islam calls it; Allahs Divine law). Then we could defeat it.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Basic US Warfighting Doctrine states that we cant defeat our enemy until we identify who they are, what they say they are, how and why they fight. Then we can formulate a counter attack and defeat them. This has been a failure of the U.S. Government for decades. The infiltration of Islamic Jihadi terrorists into the highest levels of our government by Abdul Rahman Alamoudi (A convicted Al-qauda Financier who worked for the U.S. Government) is an example of our governments failure. We MUST call the enemy what it is; ISLAMIC Jihadi terrorist. Islams stated goal is to impose allahs divine law on the entire earth until All people fall under Islam and is governed by Sharia law. The vehicle to do this is Jihad, which is legally defined in Islam as committing warfare against All non-Muslims. If our government actually read and understood the Islamic doctrine and understood it is totalitarian and violent then we could defeat it. All Federal, State and Local agencies should be taught the TRUTH about Sharia Law (as Islam calls it; Allahs Divine law). Then we could defeat it.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
We MUST finish the wall, immediately stop ALL immigration into the United States and remove those that are here illegally. A good start with removal would be those who have committed crimes against our citizens. Once we get a better handle on immigration and our citizens are safe then we can look at continuing our legal immigration policies.
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
We MUST finish the wall, immediately stop ALL immigration into the United States and remove those that are here illegally. A good start with removal would be those who have committed crimes against our citizens. Once we get a better handle on immigration and our citizens are safe then we can look at continuing our legal immigration policies.
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
Any discussion about sanctuary cities or immigration that considers "illegals" should stop immediately. We are a nation of laws and rule of law. Any entity that promotes breaking or supporting the law should have their funds cut off immediately. How about we spend that money on our homeless Veterans and those in our country that need help; orphans or widows.
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
Any discussion about sanctuary cities or immigration that considers "illegals" should stop immediately. We are a nation of laws and rule of law. Any entity that promotes breaking or supporting the law should have their funds cut off immediately. How about we spend that money on our homeless Veterans and those in our country that need help; orphans or widows.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Legal immigration using the legal process should be the ONLY way anyone comes into our country.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Legal immigration using the legal process should be the ONLY way anyone comes into our country.
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
There are ONLY 2 genders; male and female, thats it! There should Not be any special class of protections based on whatever you "self-identify" with.
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
There are ONLY 2 genders; male and female, thats it! There should Not be any special class of protections based on whatever you "self-identify" with.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
CRT is rooted in neo-Marxism and postmodernism. Critical theory has been around a long time and is Marxism. The Race part was added in later and it is used to cause division. Any school or government agency that implements CRT or woke sexualism should lose federal funding immediately!
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
CRT is rooted in neo-Marxism and postmodernism. Critical theory has been around a long time and is Marxism. The Race part was added in later and it is used to cause division. Any school or government agency that implements CRT or woke sexualism should lose federal funding immediately!
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Holy Ghost filled Pentecostal Pastor that has a personal relationship with my Lord and savior Jesus Christ of Nazareth! I turn to the "blue print" for all life, the Holy Bible, to guide me daily and eternally.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Holy Ghost filled Pentecostal Pastor that has a personal relationship with my Lord and savior Jesus Christ of Nazareth! I turn to the "blue print" for all life, the Holy Bible, to guide me daily and eternally.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
You have to have an ID to drive, get into government buildings, purchase a home or fly, buy a gun or ammo, amongst other things. One of the most important things we can do is vote and we Must ensure we have free and fair elections and one way to do this is REQUIRE a photo ID to vote.
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
You have to have an ID to drive, get into government buildings, purchase a home or fly, buy a gun or ammo, amongst other things. One of the most important things we can do is vote and we Must ensure we have free and fair elections and one way to do this is REQUIRE a photo ID to vote.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
The voting laws should be kept at the state level. We dont want nor do we need the Federal government sticking their claws into our voting laws. However, as a State lawmaker I would recommend we have limited number of days to vote. Its called election day not election season. I would also LIMIT absentee ballots to military, and those that are truly incapacitated and not able to vote in person. We Must require ANYONE who votes to have an ID. The voter roles should also be purged of those that are deceased, and those who are registered to vote in more than one state or voting precinct should be scrubbed as well. Also, when election fraud is committed the perpetrators Must be held accountable! the 2020 elections were stolen and those involved should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
The voting laws should be kept at the state level. We dont want nor do we need the Federal government sticking their claws into our voting laws. However, as a State lawmaker I would recommend we have limited number of days to vote. Its called election day not election season. I would also LIMIT absentee ballots to military, and those that are truly incapacitated and not able to vote in person. We Must require ANYONE who votes to have an ID. The voter roles should also be purged of those that are deceased, and those who are registered to vote in more than one state or voting precinct should be scrubbed as well. Also, when election fraud is committed the perpetrators Must be held accountable! the 2020 elections were stolen and those involved should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
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?
there would'nt be a problem with racism in America if the communist would quit using race as a dividing point. God doesnt see color, he ONLY sees our spirit. This nation needs to turn back to God! If we did then we would see this issue thats continually dividing our nation, disappear!
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
there would'nt be a problem with racism in America if the communist would quit using race as a dividing point. God doesnt see color, he ONLY sees our spirit. This nation needs to turn back to God! If we did then we would see this issue thats continually dividing our nation, disappear!
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
We need to put America first again! I say we put American Oil First! I say we drill baby drill and gain back out energy independence!
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
We need to put America first again! I say we put American Oil First! I say we drill baby drill and gain back out energy independence!
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.
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.
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
God, Family & Country!
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
God, Family & Country!
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
https://youtu.be/0wLEWDrP744 https://youtu.be/RW4HoFtdNqs https://youtu.be/5pS6gkyTNJs https://youtu.be/Mi5ZeSE4rrg https://youtu.be/gHPeaSxS0GE https://www.facebook.com/johnbennettforcongress/videos/594488460923670 - Debate against the Largest Tax in OK History www.johnbennettforcongress.com
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
https://youtu.be/0wLEWDrP744 https://youtu.be/RW4HoFtdNqs https://youtu.be/5pS6gkyTNJs https://youtu.be/Mi5ZeSE4rrg https://youtu.be/gHPeaSxS0GE https://www.facebook.com/johnbennettforcongress/videos/594488460923670 - Debate against the Largest Tax in OK History www.johnbennettforcongress.com
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?
we are at war for the very soul of this nation. Unless we the people stand and fight for freedom today, we wont have any freedoms to fight for tomorrow. Politics as usual is over. We dont need any more weak kneed politicians. We need Strong Principled fighters who will boldly stand and fight for this God blessed Constitutional Republic, we the people, and put America first! How about we put American Farmers, Ranchers & Veterans first! How about we put American borders first! How about we put American families and American jobs first! How about we put American oil first! I have a proven record in the Oklahoma legislature and as the State GOP Chairman of Oklahoma. That is why I have been endorsed by General Michael Flynn, Roger Stone (whos been a personal friend of President Trumps for over 40 years), I have been endorsed by many Pastors, Pro-life groups, the Oklahoma 2nd Amendment association, and Many conservative groups in Oklahoma. My legislative priorities is to Fight for this God blessed Constitutional Republic and We The People! Success is NOT seeing how many laws I can get passed in Congress. Success is making sure we put America First again by getting back to who we are as a God Blessed Nation! If we pray, and we fight, we win!
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?
we are at war for the very soul of this nation. Unless we the people stand and fight for freedom today, we wont have any freedoms to fight for tomorrow. Politics as usual is over. We dont need any more weak kneed politicians. We need Strong Principled fighters who will boldly stand and fight for this God blessed Constitutional Republic, we the people, and put America first! How about we put American Farmers, Ranchers & Veterans first! How about we put American borders first! How about we put American families and American jobs first! How about we put American oil first! I have a proven record in the Oklahoma legislature and as the State GOP Chairman of Oklahoma. That is why I have been endorsed by General Michael Flynn, Roger Stone (whos been a personal friend of President Trumps for over 40 years), I have been endorsed by many Pastors, Pro-life groups, the Oklahoma 2nd Amendment association, and Many conservative groups in Oklahoma. My legislative priorities is to Fight for this God blessed Constitutional Republic and We The People! Success is NOT seeing how many laws I can get passed in Congress. Success is making sure we put America First again by getting back to who we are as a God Blessed Nation! If we pray, and we fight, we win!
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
Police Officers have a very hard job to do. They should be respected and supported. They shouldnt have to worry about being prosecuted or fired for doing their job.
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Strongly Agree
Police Officers have a very hard job to do. They should be respected and supported. They shouldnt have to worry about being prosecuted or fired for doing their job.
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
To even suggest taking money away from Police departments to [pay for mental health is absurd. You cannot rob peter to pay paul. Both professions are important and needed. Both need adequate funding to address their responsibilities and issues.
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
To even suggest taking money away from Police departments to [pay for mental health is absurd. You cannot rob peter to pay paul. Both professions are important and needed. Both need adequate funding to address their responsibilities and issues.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
There arent any restrictions in the Constitution in regards to the 2nd amendment. Even if we didnt have a second amendment we still have the God given right to self defense!
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
we have a heart problem in America not a Gun problem. We need to address the evil in mens heart not sue the firearms manufacturers for producing a tool to use for our God given right of self defense.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
There arent any restrictions in the Constitution in regards to the 2nd amendment. Even if we didnt have a second amendment we still have the God given right to self defense!
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
we have a heart problem in America not a Gun problem. We need to address the evil in mens heart not sue the firearms manufacturers for producing a tool to use for our God given right of self defense.
