Malcolm Hall
Democrat | North Carolina
Candidate Profile*
Liberal
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Malcolm Hall
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 51
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Liberty High School, Bethlehem, Diploma, 1975
Sandhills Community College, Pinehurst, Certificate, 2009
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
PTA, When Children were in school, Steelworkers union
Steward, AFSCME, Vice President/Chief Steward Local 2149
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
None
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
None
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (2)
Progressive Turnout Project
Planned Parenthood-South Atlantic
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
Progressive Turnout Project
Planned Parenthood
NC Asian American Pacific Islander Caucus
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE*
*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.
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Pro-Choice. Not my decision to make.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Pro-Choice. Not my decision to make.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Disagree
Safe, affordable, and legal healthcare should be available to everybody.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Disagree
Safe, affordable, and legal healthcare should be available to everybody.
If Roe v. Wade is overturned by the US Supreme Court, how far are you willing to go to roll back North Carolina's statutory abortion law that allows abortion up to 20 weeks?
Will not agree to any bill that would restrict a woman's right to choose.
If Roe v. Wade is overturned by the US Supreme Court, how far are you willing to go to roll back North Carolina's statutory abortion law that allows abortion up to 20 weeks?
Will not agree to any bill that would restrict a woman's right to choose.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Choose not to answer
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Choose not to answer
Would you support a limitation on chemical abortion that protects women from taking abortion pills without the care and supervision of a qualified physician?
Choose not to answer
Let the medical experts say what the rules are regarding this issue.
Would you support a limitation on chemical abortion that protects women from taking abortion pills without the care and supervision of a qualified physician?
Choose not to answer
Let the medical experts say what the rules are regarding this issue.
ECONOMY
The government should do more to close the gap between the working class and the wealthy.
Strongly Agree
The government should do more to close the gap between the working class and the wealthy.
Strongly Agree
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Everyone should pay their fair share according to the laws that are established.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Everyone should pay their fair share according to the laws that are established.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
I agree for state colleges
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
I agree for state colleges
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
If I disagree with the moral and/or religious beliefs, I won't go there.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
If I disagree with the moral and/or religious beliefs, I won't go there.
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
If that facility is not following the guidelines passed by the state. A pandemic.
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
If that facility is not following the guidelines passed by the state. A pandemic.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
Constitution requires a separation of church and state. There are different religions throughout the state and not one supersedes another.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
Constitution requires a separation of church and state. There are different religions throughout the state and not one supersedes another.
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.
A
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.
A
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
When the safety of others becomes an issue.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
When the safety of others becomes an issue.
EDUCATION
States should allow parents to use the Opportunity Scholarship Program to fund private school for their children.
Strongly Disagree
States should allow parents to use the Opportunity Scholarship Program to fund private school for their children.
Strongly Disagree
In what situations does a parent not have the right to know what their child is being taught in public school?
Parents should always be involved in their child's education. Support our educators without trying to degrade the successful work they are putting in daily. Respect should be taught at home. If the parents respect the teachers, the students will as well.
In what situations does a parent not have the right to know what their child is being taught in public school?
Parents should always be involved in their child's education. Support our educators without trying to degrade the successful work they are putting in daily. Respect should be taught at home. If the parents respect the teachers, the students will as well.
When should parents be restricted from speaking in school board meetings?
When name calling, hostile behavior begins to show
When should parents be restricted from speaking in school board meetings?
When name calling, hostile behavior begins to show
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Disagree
We have different morality groups
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Disagree
We have different morality groups
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Agree
Gender should never play a role if the person is qualified and capable.
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Agree
Gender should never play a role if the person is qualified and capable.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
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 believe in God. My values are personnel to me. They are not monetary. The memories and experiences over the years all have different meaning that has added value to my well being.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in God. My values are personnel to me. They are not monetary. The memories and experiences over the years all have different meaning that has added value to my well being.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
If ID is required, a birth certificate or notarized document could also be used.
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
If ID is required, a birth certificate or notarized document could also be used.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Have a special master redraw maps when it's necessary to do so.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Have a special master redraw maps when it's necessary to do so.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes...We have little in common. Discrimination toward one another is on the rise. Attacks on Asian, Muslims, and Jews is on the rise. Atheists are on the rise because our churches are not a place of worship anymore. They are used to assemble hate towards others while using God and the Bible as the reason.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes...We have little in common. Discrimination toward one another is on the rise. Attacks on Asian, Muslims, and Jews is on the rise. Atheists are on the rise because our churches are not a place of worship anymore. They are used to assemble hate towards others while using God and the Bible as the reason.
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.
B We need to be better at protecting our 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.
B We need to be better at protecting our environment.
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Make laws that treats every citizen fairly
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Make laws that treats every citizen fairly
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?
Liberal
I enjoy helping people by making the playing field equal for everybody. Creating an opportunities with my actions, not just word. I believe in our Constitution and the Rule of Law. Rules are not made to be broken. Follow the rule and if it does not work, who ever created it will change it. That's how positive change is made.
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?
Liberal
I enjoy helping people by making the playing field equal for everybody. Creating an opportunities with my actions, not just word. I believe in our Constitution and the Rule of Law. Rules are not made to be broken. Follow the rule and if it does not work, who ever created it will change it. That's how positive change is made.
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
1991-92 fought for labeling on music. I was a Vice President/Chief Steward for ASFCME Local 2149
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
1991-92 fought for labeling on music. I was a Vice President/Chief Steward for ASFCME Local 2149
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
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 platform revolves around equity, inclusion, and diversity. These three are inclusive. Healthcare-a women's right to choose and our rare disease community. Better funding for our public school educators, This would include mental health counselors and teachers assistances. Better training and adjust facilities for our released from incarceration. Increased funding for our public service officials who protect us everyday. Civic infrastructure means community involvement. Clean up neighborhoods and parks. Rights GRANTED should never be rights LOST!
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
My platform revolves around equity, inclusion, and diversity. These three are inclusive. Healthcare-a women's right to choose and our rare disease community. Better funding for our public school educators, This would include mental health counselors and teachers assistances. Better training and adjust facilities for our released from incarceration. Increased funding for our public service officials who protect us everyday. Civic infrastructure means community involvement. Clean up neighborhoods and parks. Rights GRANTED should never be rights LOST!
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Strongly Disagree
If the law was broken, they are subject to the same penalties.
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Strongly Disagree
If the law was broken, they are subject to the same penalties.
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
Establish a separate budget
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
Establish a separate budget
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
The way you buy it, is what it should stay. No modifications. No one under 21 should own a weapon. Ownership should be a responsible 21+ year old. Just like car insurance. Mandatory training required for all user of the weapon and they must be registered.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
The way you buy it, is what it should stay. No modifications. No one under 21 should own a weapon. Ownership should be a responsible 21+ year old. Just like car insurance. Mandatory training required for all user of the weapon and they must be registered.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Neutral
If the seller or manufacturer can be shown to have been negligent...YES
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Neutral
If the seller or manufacturer can be shown to have been negligent...YES
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Would you support legislation that prohibits biological boys from competing on girls sports teams?
No
We have co-ed leagues aged 5-8 in most recreation leagues. Who really cares.
Would you support legislation that prohibits biological boys from competing on girls sports teams?
No
We have co-ed leagues aged 5-8 in most recreation leagues. Who really cares.
