
Chet Stokes
Republican | Florida
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Chet Stokes
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist 16
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Attended Auburn University, Auburn, AL, Political Science
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Gator Bowl Chairmans Club, First Tee of North Florida
Real Men Wear Pink
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Jacksonville Beach City Council Seat 3, At Large, 2020-2022
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (1)
The Jacksonville Association of Fire Fighters
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (7)
Jacksonville City Council President Terrance Freeman
Former Congressman and Former Senate President Ander Crenshaw
Jacksonville City Councilman Rory Diamond, Kevin Carrico, Nick Howland, and Randy White
Neptune Beach Mayor Elaine Brown, Neptune Beach City Councilman Josh Messinger, Neptune Beach City Council Woman Lauren Key
Jacksonville Beach Mayor Christine Hoffman and Jacksonville Beach City Council Members Dan Janson, Cory Nichols, Fernando Meza
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates) (2020)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
None.
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.
Disagree
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
I support efforts to reduce the tax burden on families where feasible.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
We must take a balanced approach to any spending reductions in order to not disenfranchise our citizens.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
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.
C
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
We need to secure and strengthen our borders and support our military.
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.
Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
I have no issue with legal immigration. As long as the individuals are not criminals and are immigrating here legally, I support their opportunity to seek a better life for themselves and their families.
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.
Agree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
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
Agree
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a baptized Christian, as well as my kids being baptized. I was raised in a Christian home and am raising my family in a Christian home. I use my faith as a moral guide and make sure I support Christian values in what I do.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
I would support efforts to further protect our election integrity.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
We are all God's children and should treat each other with dignity and respect.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
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?
I believe in limited government.
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).
My endorsements come from true conservatives.
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 am ready to put my business experience and family values to work in Tallahassee. As a business leader, I will support pro economic development policies and work to strengthen our job market. As a father and husband, I will protect our families and improve our education system. As a true conservative, I will protect our constitutional rights and freedoms, fight for the sanctity of life, make sure our elections our secure, and promote a limited government.
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
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, I support our 2nd amendment rights for law abiding citizens.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
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