
Joyce Lynne Lacey
Other | Minnesota
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Joyce Lynne Lacey
Party
Other
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
U.S. Senator
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
University of Minnesota Morris, Morris, Bachelor of Arts Degree
Minnesota State, Fergus Falls, Associate of Arts Degree
Lutheran Brethren Seminary, Fergus Falls, Degree
Barbizon Modeling School, Minneapolis, Modeling Diploma
Premiere School of Professional Modeling, St. Louis Park, Modeling Certification
Ashby Public High School, Ashby, Diploma - Valedictorian
WORK & MILITARY
Let's Bowl - Comedy Central TV Show, Assistant to the Executive Producers, 2 years
Moore Creative, Model/Actress, 25
KBRF Radio, Reporter and On-Air Personality, 5
KBHL Radio, On-Air Personality, 2
Now Network and The Daily Gospel Network, Pastor, 5
AFFILIATIONS
Navy League of the United States, Vice President of Community Engagement, Minnesota Council, Minnesota Women in Film and Television
Board Member, American Legion Auxiliary, Executive Committee for Youth and Chaplain
Sons of Norway, Past Treasurer, Ducks Unlimited
Member, Ambassadors of the St.Paul Winter Carnival, Board Director
MS Society, Member & volunteer for over 40 years, American Cancer Society
Relay for Life Leadership Committee Member, Alzheimer's Association, Past Memory Walk Committee Member
Strides for Stroke Walk, Past Director
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Not a career politician
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Governor, 2022
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Independence-Alliance Party of Minnesota
OTHER INFORMATION
Joyce Lacey completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Choose not to answer
I do not favor the usage of chemical abortion under any circumstances.
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Only in extreme instances of rape, incest and the health of the mother and only after other options have been examined; such as adoption.
Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?
Yes. There should be a standard nationwide restriction on abortion except in extreme cases of rape, incest and for the life/health of the mother.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Attempt to lower the overall tax burden focusing on lower and middle incomes.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
Yes
To a certain extent, yes when the ratings are from independent studies and not government entities.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Exactly what it says - government should not force people to worship in certain ways.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
We should not force businesses and individuals to act contrary to their beliefs.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Under no circumstances should this occur.
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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
Option B is closest to what I believe. Everybody should have healthcare, but private healthcare options should be the driver.
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
C most closely resembles my view. We no longer have the funds to be as involved around the world as we have been. We need to fix our $35 Trillion debt first.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes, I believe in the biblical verse that the people of Israel are God's chosen people. I also believe in the verse that those who bless Israel will be blessed themselves.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
I believe that a fear of death, disability and PTSD are common causes for the decline of military recruitment and retention.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Physically securing border includes not just a wall but also electronic, technological and human surveillance and control.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Anyone that seeks freedom and has a clean record, and who is willing to work hard for a better life should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Disagree
I believe the states and communities should have greater control over Education, however, there needs to be federal baseline standards that should be met.
VALUES
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
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in God the Father Almighty, the maker of Heaven and Earth and in Jesus Christ His only begotten Son, our Lord. I value honesty, compassion, dependability and serving others to make a better world.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Neutral
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Disagree
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Agree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Disagree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
I believe that clean coal is the most reliable energy source.
ABOUT YOU
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?
Lean Conservative
I lean towards conservative and am open-minded to other views. I listen, learn and grow as a person.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To administer the will of the people.
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Neutral
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Disagree
I do not believe in defunding police. I do support community programs but that funding can be found elsewhere.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I support the 2nd Amendment but believe that backgrounds checks and a reasonable waiting period for purchases are necessary.
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