Jason Franklin
Republican | Missouri
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jason Franklin
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 26
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Scccc, St charlees, Criminal justice, 2015
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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Race
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Only if mothers life is in danger and in cases of rape and incest.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Only if mothers life is in danger and in cases of rape and incest.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
No tax funded money should go to abortions
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
No tax funded money should go to abortions
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Agree
If a person is in intense pain and can make the choice themselves That they no longer wish to suffer then it should be their choice
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Agree
If a person is in intense pain and can make the choice themselves That they no longer wish to suffer then it should be their choice
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Should be simplified, we need a flat tax with less deductions. Let everyone pay the same percentage.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Should be simplified, we need a flat tax with less deductions. Let everyone pay the same percentage.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Some welfare needs to be reduced. If you are able to work you should not be on welfare for life. Foreign aid needs to be reduced until we take care of our own first. No more useless studies that cost millions and benifit nobody.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Some welfare needs to be reduced. If you are able to work you should not be on welfare for life. Foreign aid needs to be reduced until we take care of our own first. No more useless studies that cost millions and benifit nobody.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
Should be funded through highschool. Some people dont do well in college or would prefer tech school or other training
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
Should be funded through highschool. Some people dont do well in college or would prefer tech school or other training
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
You should not be forced to provide a service if it goes against your religous views.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
You should not be forced to provide a service if it goes against your religous views.
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
If its proven its only there as a tax break
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
If its proven its only there as a tax break
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
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 You should not be able to force someone to take a vaccine. And if you do you need to be held 100% liable for any adverse reactions. Its to slippery of a slope to me. Forced vaccine now whats next forced sterilization etc.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None You should not be able to force someone to take a vaccine. And if you do you need to be held 100% liable for any adverse reactions. Its to slippery of a slope to me. Forced vaccine now whats next forced sterilization etc.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
First we need to fight them where they live and not wait till they get here. Second we need to actually finish the war and make it so horrible for the enemy that they wont tey again.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
First we need to fight them where they live and not wait till they get here. Second we need to actually finish the war and make it so horrible for the enemy that they wont tey again.
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
We dont need to stick our noses in other countries business
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
We dont need to stick our noses in other countries business
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
The border needs secured NOW. Who knows how many terrorists have snuck through the open border.
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
The border needs secured NOW. Who knows how many terrorists have snuck through the open border.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Anyone should be allowed to as long as they pass a background check. However if you're in the country illegally you need to be deported and put in the BACK of the line
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Anyone should be allowed to as long as they pass a background check. However if you're in the country illegally you need to be deported and put in the BACK of the line
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
Parents should have more choice where there Kids go to school. They should get to decide where their tax dollars get spent
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
Parents should have more choice where there Kids go to school. They should get to decide where their tax dollars get spent
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
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
Sorry to offend. But there are only 2 genders
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Sorry to offend. But there are only 2 genders
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition
Agree
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition
Agree
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
I think it hurts relationships bwtween races
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
I think it hurts relationships bwtween races
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I'm a non denominational Christian
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I'm a non denominational Christian
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
You need to show id to vote. We need less voter fraud
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
You need to show id to vote. We need less voter fraud
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Must show valid current photo id showing your current residence
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Must show valid current photo id showing your current residence
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, but i believe fake hate crimes can be
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, but i believe fake hate crimes can be
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
If reparations are paid then they need to go to every single white person that fought to end slavery. And if a black persons relative was a slave owner then they get nothing
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
If reparations are paid then they need to go to every single white person that fought to end slavery. And if a black persons relative was a slave owner then they get nothing
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
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.
Strongly Agree
We need to use any resource we have t get energy independent again
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
We need to use any resource we have t get energy independent again
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To protect its citizens
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To protect its citizens
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
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).
No
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
No
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
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?
Pro 2nd amendment Anti red flag laws they are extremely dangerous for women
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
Pro 2nd amendment Anti red flag laws they are extremely dangerous for women
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 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
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 Enforce the current laws we dont need any additional laws
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None Enforce the current laws we dont need any additional laws
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
You can't sue McDonalds for getting you fat. Can't sue Ford if someone hits you.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
You can't sue McDonalds for getting you fat. Can't sue Ford if someone hits you.
