
Marcus Ray
Republican | Georgia
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Marcus Ray
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 119
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Ashworth College, Norcross, General Studies, 2019
WORK & MILITARY
Georgia State Guard (GSDF), Specialist, SPC E4, Active
AFFILIATIONS
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
if and when the mother's health or life is at risk.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
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?
On the state level we should move to a consumption tax to get away from the current burdens of the property tax system.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
complete review on any government subsidies before approval by implementing a zero-based budget.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Absolutely no circumstance
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
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None, vaccines should be a choice
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Be proactive instead of reactive. Keep a strong alliance with Israel. We have to ensure we maintain the world's strongest military presence both through properly trained soldiers and the latest technological innovations.
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.
Disagree
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
those who go through the citizenship process to become Americans and those who are sincerely fleeing religious persecution.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Agree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Choose not to answer
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
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
Choose not to answer
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
first and foremost, I am a Christian and I allow my belief in God to guide my decisions, but i also believe in the freedom of religion and everyone has the right to follow their own religious path as long as it does not infringe on other beliefs.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
No use of foreign manufactured voting equipment or software and election equipment, or paper ballots only.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
I do not believe that racism itself is a threat to domestic security, we have to acknowledge that it does and will exist. Our biggest threat is the news and political propaganda that floods our T.V and social media outlets and use racial narratives to make a point when it may not have anything to do with race at all.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Disagree
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
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Agree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To have structure in place to protect our liberties as Americans
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
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
NA
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?
I strongly believe it is important to stay connected with my constituents regardless of political affiliation, to bring everyone to the table and find compromise on the issues at hand. To put the needs of others before my own personal agenda and be a true voice and public servant for the people. Continue the fight for and secure our 2nd amendment and civil rights. Ensure that there are healthcare options available for all, but not at the expense of taxpayers. Cut and/or lower property taxes and protect the integrity of our elections.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Agree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
No restrictions, but I do feel our gun owners should be of sound mind and body.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
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