Laurene Contreras
No Party Preference | Washington
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BIOGRAPHY
Name
Laurene Contreras
Party
No Party Preference
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 14 - Pos. 1
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
The University of Oklahoma, Norman, MLS, 2021
Arizona State University, Tempe, BS, 2013
Yakima Valley Community College, Yakima, AA, 2007
University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, Paralegal, 1992
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
OTHER INFORMATION
Interview with Columbia Gorge news.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Women should not be penalized for making choices associated with medical conditions and the right to choose to have an abortion. It is not fair because males are not held accountable. The law needs to be fair to all.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Disagree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Choose not to answer
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Taxation seems to affect the households that are struggling to make ends meet. The tax code needs to tax largely funded religious organizations and major corporations that influence politics and the economy.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I would look at current trends first and meet with local community to field responses in order to balance budgets and government spending.
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.
Agree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
If they are extreme and prejudice.
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.
I support medical services that improve quality of life for all citizens.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
When I was young, I remember being lined up in the school gymnasium to be given vaccinations. I support vaccinations for overall public safety. However, I understand some may not believe in mandated vaccinations. Choices are important, but also you do not complain about your choice and blame others for your personal decisions.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
I believe we should protect our country first and limit foreign aid if it will become a detriment to our society. My ancestors are the longest-standing protectors of this nation and our country needs to come first.
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.
Neutral
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Neutral
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
The United States was founded upon immigration to create a union of citizens. Immigrants should be allowed if they are going to support U.S. ideals.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Neutral
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Neutral
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
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.
Choose not to answer
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I was raised to respect all and believe that we are all judged for and responsible for our own actions.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
I think voting practices need to be reviewed and amended for consistency purposes.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racial threats and safety is an ongoing concern in the US. It is a concern on many levels. I have experienced this within the Government system. Within the communities, it is a concern because of gang activity and precedence that has been set as far as Black Lives Matter, etc.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Agree
I think this should be continuously reviewed and proactive measures taken to address reparation.
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 balance needs to be worked on to address environmental laws and regulations that protect and heal the environment.
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Disagree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Government services are necessary. However, continuous review and improvement to processes, regulations and laws needs to be reviewed, modified and followed.
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?
Moderate
I believe in listening to both sides of a matter. Within elected positions, both parties needs to come together to find solutions.
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
N/A
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 want continuous community input so that all issues are clearly represented by community members so that elected officials have improved understanding when making decisions.
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 law enforcement as long as policy is followed,
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?
I believe all have a right to bear arms. However, responsibility and respect for how a gun is used is also important for public safety.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Neutral
Laws need to be reviewed and considered that protect victims of gun violence.
