Erik Ngutse
Republican | Wisconsin
Candidate Profile*
Conservative (Conditional)
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Erik Ngutse
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
Repr. to the Assembly, Dist. 13
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
University of Houston Downtown, Houston, Bachelor of Science
WORK & MILITARY
US Army, 8
AFFILIATIONS
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
ENDORSEMENTS*
*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Wisconsin Family Action PAC
*Wisconsin Right to Life
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (7)
Bonnie Lee
Representative Janel Brandtjen
David Marcello
Jennifer Stuckert Elm Grove Trustee
John Schindler Elm Grove Trustee
OTHER INFORMATION*
*Additional information was received after the evaluation was assigned and was not considered in the Panel Evaluations, therefore it is for additional educational purposes only.
*Election Transparency Initiative's Candidate Pledge and Survey
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
We should do all we can to prevent the taking of innocents life.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
Our taxes should not be used for the murder of innocent life.
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?
I believe the people of Wisconsin know how to best spend their hard-earned dollars. As we see gas prices increase, inflation going through the roof, and groceries becoming more and more expensive, I think it is time that the people of Wisconsin get a break. That is why I am running in support of a 0% income tax.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Before we talk about what to cut, Wisconsin currently has a surplus of nearly 3 billion dollars. That's money that could be kept in our pocket to pay for groceries and gas. We are currently being taxed for the sake of being taxed, not because the state needs anymore funding.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
Why make the poor pay for those that go to college and end up making more. This would also incentivize universities to increase the price of college, leaving tax payers with the bill.
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?
Never!
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) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Never!
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Anything short of violating the rights of US citizens.
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
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Only those that do it through the right and legal channels.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Disagree
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The candidate notified iVoterGuide.com that his answer should have been "Strongly Agree."
Parents are the primary stakeholders in their children's education.
Strongly Disagree
I believe that parents have an inherit right to be involved in what their children are learning. It is also important that some life lessons are left for the parents and schools should stay out of it.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Disagree
iVoterGuide Notes:
The candidate notified iVoterGuide.com that his answer should have been "Strongly Agree."
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Agree
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The candidate notified iVoterGuide.com that his answer should have been "Strongly Disagree."
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
I believe that parents have an inherit right to be involved in what their children are learning. It is also important that some life lessons are left for the parents and schools should stay out of it. Its also time that we take the left and CRT out of the class rooms.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian and believe in the Bible as it was written.
Marriage between one man and one woman and the families they form are the foundation of civilization and are fundamental to the well-being and prosperity of Wisconsin.
Choose not to answer
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Election integrity is fundamental to maintain our constitution republic. Voter ID laws will help to make that possible.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, America is not a racist country.
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.
Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. Which hurt the poor the most.
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 our God given rights.
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).
None at moment.
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?
First and foremost, I am running to protect law and order in the great state of Wisconsin. I believe that we need to support our men and women in blue, but it is important to also listen when the community has complaints. I think justice is best served when we have a functioning system that also leaves space for some oversight.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Disagree
No one is above the law.
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Disagree
I am not for defunding the police.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
We already have enough restrictions, possibly too many.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
