
Kodi Sawin
Independent | Texas
Candidate Profile*
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Kodi Sawin
Party
Independent
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 19
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Texas State University, San Marcos, Bachelors
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
ENDORSEMENTS*
LIBERAL (1)
*The Forward Party
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (16)
ActBlue (2023)
Blue Horizon Texas PAC (2023)
Forward Party (2023)
Susan Hays (2022)
Austin Environmental Democrats (2021)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
Candidate interview.
Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff Podcast.
Righteous Media YouTube. 16 May 2024. 33:29 minutes.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
HD19 is gerrymandered to elect a Republican. Even in this heavily Republican district, I found Republicans hoped for rape and incest to be included in the list of exceptions to the ban. Also, there must be further clarity on emergency medical care related to the pregnancy's viability and the mother's health. To that end, I would support the community's wishes if allowed to do so at the legislature.
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 am not a physician, so I don't find it appropriate to answer.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Choose not to answer
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Choose not to answer
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What is your position on the minimum wage?
The market should drive wages.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
Investment decisions must be driven by economic performance.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Never.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Neutral
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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
It is a complex question. To answer the best I can, I suspect the needs of HD19 fall somewhere in between B and C.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I am not a physician. Further, the question is very broad. I would decide based on public testimony on the matter and consult with HD19 stakeholders to chart the best course of action.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Agree
I am not running for Congress, so I don't have a policy stance.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
I am not running for Congress, so I will refrain from taking a policy position. However, I am supportive of U.S. allies, Israel being a key one.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Neutral
I believe this is a federal issue. I am not running for Congress.
EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
Strongly Disagree
At this point, I'm afraid I have to disagree with moving public funds to private schools. I look forward to learning more about the mechanics of such a transfer and plan to keep an open mind.
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Neutral
Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Neutral
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Neutral
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Neutral
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
My spiritual beliefs guide me everyday. My beliefs and values provide the foundation for my life.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Neutral
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Neutral
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Did not answer
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Neutral
I really don't have a strong opinion on the matter. It is such an voluminous field of study. The question needs to be narrowed for me to answer with any authority or honesty.
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.
Neutral
Biological males are not allowed to participate in women's sports.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
All of the above. I don't mean to be flippant, but a case can be made for all. That is why these policy decisions must be driven by science and economic analyses--on a case-by-case basis and with significant public input.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
All of the above with ample transmission capacity.
ABOUT YOU
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.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To serve the people.
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?
Moderate
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Neutral
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
As silly as it sounds, I would like to see a high school elective dedicated to gun training. Let's make sure young people understand that guns aren't toys.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
If adequately trained with a dedicated safety responsibility, then yes.
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