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


Links

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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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