Kathy Burkett
Republican | Minnesota
Candidate Profile*
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Kathy Burkett
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 42A
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
University of Minnesota, Mpls, Attended, 74-77
University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Attended, 2011
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Youth For Understanding Greater Minneapolis, Heartland District, Area Rep, Area Coordinator and hosted 6 international exchange students for a year and an additional 20+ for a few days to 1.5 months., ISD#284 Wayzata High School
Fundraising to support Academics, Arts and Activities and for need basis scholarships and more., Adopt a Soldier Program, Organized and facilitated neighborhood effort sending 1/2 ton of supplies to US soldiers.
ISD #284 Gleason Lake Elementary and Central Middle School, 1994-2005 In classroom 1 day weekly, plus day & extended field trips, Early Childhood Family Education
1992-03 Home Visitor for families at risk-First volunteer recruited to participate in the development of new program for families. Provided ongoing parenting education, alternatives with the goal of developing and supporting healthy family relationships., Community Education Services Executive Committee ISD#284, As ECFE Representative and as an At-Large member-both for multiple terms.
Befrienders Ministry, Listening ministry facilitated through IOCP., Daughters of the American Revolution, New England Women's Society, Daughters of the American Colonists and National Society United States Daughters of 1812
Member to these non-political heritage organizations and served as Chaplin for DAR, St. Barnabas Lutheran Church, Living Word Christian Center, Member, fundraising, kitchen ministry, VBS, teaching etc.
An-Najah National University, Israel, Volunteer-Taught classes through Zajel Youth Exchange Program
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Senate District 44 and new SD 42 Vice Chair, 3
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (1)
*Patriot Parents
OTHER (2)
Republican Party of Minnesota
Women LEAD MN PAC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
WOMEN LEAD
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
In Minnesota, abortion remains legal and with a high percentage of Minnesotans who believe it should remain so, that will not change. Pregnancies of minor girls being hidden to enable abortions without parental knowledge strips them from being able to support their child, as well as circumventing their ability to protect them from possible further victimization. I am in favor of parental rights and the sanctity of their responsibility for the welfare and well-being of their child. Abortion should be very rare and not to be used as birth control.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
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?
Stop taxing social security benefits. Minnesota is one of the few states that tax these benefits, thus one reason people are leaving our state.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I will work to remove the non-elected ineffective bureaucracies, with across the board reductions and cuts.
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.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
None. To restrict and close houses of worship violates their religious liberties, and constitutional rights to free speech and assembly .
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.
B) Choice is valuable.
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?
Secure our borders and naturalize only those that bring a want to assimulate and go through a structured review, steps and procedures. I would encourage cooperation between the state, federal and local law enforcement to address this threat.
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
I need to better understand the situation and at this time don't know how a position in this office could affect this international issue.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Those that come legally, and want to assimilate. 6 million illegal border crossings in the last 6 months is not sustainable.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
I strongly agree, with the stipulation that private and home schools are not subjected to state or federal guidelines on curriculum.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Everyone, race, creed, gender etc are already covered under our Constitution of the United States.
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition
Strongly Agree
Minnesota has already amended the Minnesota Constitution for same sex marriages.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am one that loves people, our citizens, our city, Minnesota, this country, and will protect and defend our Constitution of the United States.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Same day voting with allowable absentee voting for valid reasons ...subject to a secure process.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is being made into a wedge issue.
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.
A.
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Agree
With my current understanding of processes, I agree with hydraulic fracking etc.
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To protect its citizens.
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).
I am a new candidate.
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?
My priorities are my constituents concerns such as Public Safety and the well being of families by reducing the cost of living. I will encourge healthy business environments by reducing burdensome regulations and high taxes, therefore allowing Minnesota to thrive. I believe children must be reading by the end of 3rd grade, as well as in the transparency of curriculum, and improving the quality of education thus enabling our students to succeed. I am also environmentally aware, believing in good stewardship of our environment without damaging our quality of life, the economy, or the strength of our businesses, industries and all things related to energy.
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?
Restriction on violent offenders. Current laws on the books need to be enforced.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
