
Matt Hausman
Republican | Illinois
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Matt Hausman
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 13
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
University of Colorado, Boulder, Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering Sciences
Loyola Marymount, Maymount, Master of Arts degree in General Education
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Champaign County Mental Health Board, Board Member, Champaign County Forest Preserve District Friends Foundation
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
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).
Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Only in cases of risk to the mother or a nonviable pregnancy. In all other cases, I want to see families supported and resources directed to facilitate adoption.
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Disagree
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
To restore the American dream, we need a simplified tax code that can be understood by and reduces the burden on working families and small business owners.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
We should adhere to the First Amendment. Church should not answer to government and government should not answer to church.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Did not answer
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.
B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options.
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.
B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny.
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.
Choose not to answer
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?
Many turn to terrorism because they live under oppressive regimes with little opportunity, and our fed propaganda and lies about an imperialistic America, so promoting education and development are key. We must strengthen our security at home and work with international partners to eradicate terroristic threats abroad without engaging militarily.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Agree
This should be done by the most effective combination of physical barriers, electronic surveillance, and border personnel.
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.
Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
America is a shining city on a hill, and we want to be welcoming country for those who respect our borders and come here legally, such as properly vetted refugees fleeing persecution and war, guest workers that our agriculture depends upon, and skilled immigrants that will innovate our economy.
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Agree
I would have to see specific legislation, but my concern is that a bill could lead to mandates on religious institutions.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Neutral
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Catholic working to follow the teachings of Jesus. I understand my mortal fallibility and therefore simply strive to do my best while refraining from judging others. I also try to follow my grandfather’s example of humility, kindness, and integrity.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
I support laws that ensure election integrity and confidence, such as Voter ID and regular cleaning of voter rolls, without disenfranchising any legal voters. However, these should be handled at the state level, and not by Congress.
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Disagree
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
To judge someone by the color of their skin instead of the content of their character is absolutely wrong. Hatred is always a threat to democracy and it must not be tolerated.
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) 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?
Lean Conservative
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
https://omny.fm/shows/jim-leach-show/matt-hausman-03-30-2022
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’m running for Congress because I’ve had enough—it’s time we changed the narrative. It’s time our leaders stopped playing politics and instead focused on working together to find solutions that make people’s lives better, so they can build their own American Dream. My priorities are investing in our future, innovating our economy to provide opportunities for everyone, and stopping the surging crime and violence in our communities.
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.
Neutral
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
We do not need restrictions but an expectation of training and responsible gun-ownership, with a strong focus on harsh prosecution of gun-related crime.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Neutral
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