
Sherry J. Marden
Republican | Michigan
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Sherry J. Marden
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 26
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Ipswich School of Nursing, Ipswich, England, State Enrolled Nurse, 1977
WORK & MILITARY
Husband-Air Force, Staff Sgt, 6 1/2
AFFILIATIONS
Republican Party, Board Member & Chair of Event Committee
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Trustee of Richfield Township, Elected 2020
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
Previous Races
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I am pro-life.
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.
Disagree
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
I believe taxes are to high especially for the middle & lower class population! I feel we should be proactive in finding ways to cut taxes! I believe we should be creative in finding ways to cut taxes at every level of government!
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I would first look at the “Pork” list of tax money spent unnecessarily.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
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?
None
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.
B
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None! I believe in medical freedom!
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Secure our boarders and have a no tolerance policy for terrorism.
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.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Citizens from other countries that are properly vetted and have gone through the immigration process are welcome in our great country!
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.
Disagree
I believe all classes should be treated equal and no one class should be singled out!
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
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian. All people should be treated equally!
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
No drop boxes, secure voting machines & computer programs made in the USA, no internet connection for machines, photo identification required. Paper ballots only.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes! Because it is promoted by the media! Every class, every type of people have been discriminated against! We need to respect and treat everyone equally!!! History is ugly! I believe we can do better!!!
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly 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 protect and assist out 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
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Did not answer
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 deeply care for all people and feel I would be an advocate to help all citizens!
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?
None
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
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