David Kelsay
Republican | Missouri
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
David Kelsay
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
primary
Race
State Representative, Dist. 126
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
William Jewell College, Liberty, Mo, BA in Chemistry, 1977
WORK & MILITARY
Employed at Kansas City Power and Light, Plant Chemist, 25
AFFILIATIONS
First Baptist Church Clinton, Mo, Member, Missouri Republican Party
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Missouri Right to Life
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
David Cole(MO) (2020)
Mike Parson (2019)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
To protect the life of the mother
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.
Strongly Disagree
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Tax code should be simplified, would support a flat income tax with a standard deduction.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Generally everything except military spending. Even it should be scrutinized to see that tax $ are well-spent. I would be open to supporting more money for EFFECTIVE mental health treatment. Infrastructure that supports economic development (e.g., roads and bridges) should be supported.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
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?
Basically 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.
C
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I am not a fan of such requirements. Covid vaccine mandates were a mistake. I am old enough to remember polio, would cautiously support mandates for virulently life-destroying diseases IF an epidemic were in progress AND an effective vaccine was available.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
The US should have an effective border control system in place to prevent terrorists from entering the country. Our intelligence agencies should target the most dangerous bad actors overseas.
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
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?
Those legitimately seeking asylum to escape religious or political persecution, a very limited number for those seeking greater economic opportunity, and those who possess skills needed by our economy.
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.
Strongly 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
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 believe that humans were created in God's image, either male or female. As such, we are endowed with such qualities as value, free will and creativity. Mankind, however, has a fallen nature that needs redemption, which was provided through the death and resurrection of Jesus. I believe that God desires a relationship with humans, based on their acceptance this offered redemption through Jesus. I believe that God desires that we experience of freedom, in relationship with Him, and through obedience to His principles for living. If we fail to adhere to those principles, our freedoms that He desires that we have will be in jeopardy.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Photo ID, limited early voting (maybe one week), no drop boxes.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is a problem in America, but I do not see it as a domestic security threat.
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.
Strongly Agree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To secure God-given rights, to administer justice by punishing those who harm others.
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).
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?
My basic priorities are protection of our freedoms (right to life, right to keep and bear arms, rights to free expression); increased transparency and accountability of our public institutions; and improved economic opportunity for all.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Did not answer
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Did not answer
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Did not answer
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Did not answer
