Dennis Hershberger
Republican | Kansas
Candidate Profile*
Conservative
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Dennis Hershberger
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
State Board of Educ. 7th Dist.
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Hesston College, Hesston, ADN, 1984
WORK & MILITARY
Hutchinson Regional Med.Cntr., Staff RN, 5
Surgery Cntr of S. Central KS., Staff RN, 12
Mennonite Friendship Manor, ADON / Staff RN, 3 1/2
AFFILIATIONS
Reno County 4-H, Leader, Reno County Republican Party
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Kansans for Life PAC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Kansans For Life
KS State Senator Mark Steffen MD
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
State Republican Party Organizations (2021)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
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.
From the candidate: Page 1 of the Kansans for Life candidate survey. The candidate shared this note: "Organization which l totally support. They are the promoter of a PRO-LIFE AMENDMENT, ("Value Them Both"),
for our state constitution to be voted on in primary on
Aug 2nd. This will stop our liberal Supreme Court from dismantling
our pro- life legislation!"
From the candidate: page 2 of the Kansans for Life candidate survey
Campaign card from the candidate.
*Salina League Women of Voters Candidate Forum
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not be a resource for instruction or services in the school.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Never. (Tubal pregnancy, a condition that may require surgery to save the life of the mother, does not qualify as elective abortion.)
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
The government's responsibility lies only in providing safety and the means of commerce ie; roads, EMS, etc for daily life. Injured veterans of war are the exception.
What is your position on government funding of public education from Pre-K through college?
Since the government mandates education for children and uses taxation to fund it, I strongly urge parents to use their influence in how the system works. The local school board/ PTA can be effective, however the primary responsibility is with the parents. This is especially true for pre-school. Many mid-teens and older should be pursuing vocational gifts and apprenticeship. College should be private funded and be only for those needing accreditation for professional pursuits after much personal evaluation. The reality that many young adults graduate from college, work in a different field than their major but have indebtedness that handicaps their future, is unfortunate.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Strongly Agree
God instituted marriage for His glory and pro-creation comes only by male and female union. This is a good illustration of God and the church in spiritual fellowship.
The Ten Commandments should not be displayed in public school buildings or court houses.
Disagree
Our judicial system is built on the commandments. I see the local public school as an effective tool to teach morality, hence local school boards can be pro-active in promoting biblical values if they so choose.
At school, students should be able to speak freely and civilly about matters of conscience and faith, including Christianity.
Strongly Agree
This is the essence of the 1st ammendment.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
Our history proves this.
EDUCATION
Every state should mandate K-12 standardized tests and the use of teaching software which aligns with Common Core standards.
Strongly Disagree
All testing should only be parent/ grandparent/guardian approved . The burden lies with the local school to get permission from the legal guardian(s).
Parents are the ultimate authority in their child’s education and should be able to freely pursue whatever educational options they deem best for their child.
Strongly Agree
Couldn't have said it better.
Before students are taught courses such as Comprehensive Sex Ed (CSE) or Social Emotional Learning (SEL), they must opt-in with written parental permission.
Strongly Agree
Absolutely !
I support the teaching of curricula (such as the 1619 Project, No Place for Hate, Second Step, etc.) that emphasizes slavery and racism as the foundation of American history.
Strongly Disagree
Slavery is an unfortunate part of our history, but not the essence of it.
The loss of local control in education is too high a price to pay in exchange for federal dollars.
Agree
For the most part very true. The exception is a small rural school that needs some assistance to exist to give a sense of community and encourage the next generation to maintain that community. I'm in favor of local control.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality that is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
A biblical model is THE framework of values.
I support allowing public high school students to participate in athletic competition based on the gender with which they identify instead of biological sex.
Strongly Disagree
This a big " NO " resting in common sense.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
The only true living God is triune, manifested in The Father, Son , & Holy Spirit who created all things, called them good and maintains life by His power. He is the Giver of good gifts that give mankind purpose, hope for the future, and the promise of eternal life with Him if His commandments are loved and obeyed.
No healthcare diagnosis or treatment, whether mental, reproductive, or otherwise, should be given to a child without first receiving written consent from the parent.
Strongly Agree
Absolutely!
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?
Very Conservative
I consider this "normal".
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
I have not been interviewed.
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 books have had the most profound impact on your view of life?
The Holy Bible, Christian biographies, History
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Happily married with 4 adult children that were homeschooled and all attended public colleges. 2 graduated bachelor/ 1 with masters. 3 grandchildren. Live on a hobby farm in rural setting 33yrs. Church life is very important and a big part of community.
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2012 Republican Primary 2012 General Election 2014 Republican Primary 2014 General Election 2016 Republican Primary 2016 General Election 2018 Republican Primary 2018 General Election 2020 Republican Primary 2020 General Election
2ND AMENDMENT
Teachers who are licensed to carry should be allowed to carry guns at school.
Agree
Best deterrent to school shootings. Local school board should be supportive. Warning signs could be posted identifying the school as "protected".
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Do you support mandatory vaccinations for children attending public school?
No !
I support mask mandates.
Strongly Disagree
The science does not support . This has been politicized and does not make medical sense.
