Kimberly Y. Kennedy-Barrington

Democrat | Michigan

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

Kimberly Y. Kennedy-Barrington


Party

Democrat


Election Year

2022


Election

General


Race

State Rep., Dist. 79


Incumbent

No


Links

Kimberly Y. Kennedy-Barrington websitesKimberly Y. Kennedy-Barrington phones Kimberly Y. Kennedy-Barrington emailFacebookXYouTubeInstagramLinkedIn

EDUCATION

Kingdom University International, Oralndo, Doctorate, 2021

Midwest College of Theology, Crocker, Doctorate, 2017

WORK & MILITARY

United States Navy, Sh2, 10

AFFILIATIONS

100 Shades of Diverse Abilities L3C, Founder/CEO, The Business and Professional Womens Federation

President, Women Veterans Resource Fair, Chairperson

Disability Advocates of Kent County, A Lead Donor/ Capital Campaign Cabinet Member, Ms Wheelchair USA

Title Holder for Michigan, Church/Community Centers Workgroups to provide input on Michigan’s process to safely re-engage the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic, Advisor

Michigan Council for Rehabilitation Services, Member

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Candidate did not provide

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Candidate did not provide

Race

ENDORSEMENTS*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
LIBERAL (3)

United Auto Workers

*American Federation of Teachers AFT Michigan

Progressive Turnout Project

OTHER (1)

*United Auto Workers Region 1

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (4)

Planned Parenthood

MEA

UAW

TURNOUT PROJECT

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)

Gretchen Whitmer (2021)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)

OTHER INFORMATION

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

A Women should have autonomy over her body and have an abortion if it's the right decision for her.

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Disagree

I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.

Neutral


ECONOMY

What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?

There should be fewer distinctions across economic activities and taxpayers’ characteristics.

What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?

Controlling discretionary spending is plan to execute to balance the budget.

Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.

Strongly Agree


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Agree

Under what circumstances can government close churches?

When there is a public health concern.


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.

Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options.

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

Vaccinations are a necessary to public health and should always be mandatory.


NATIONAL SECURITY

What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?

The United States should continue building its worldwide coalition.

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.

Agree


IMMIGRATION

The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.

Agree

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

Those seeking political asylum.


EDUCATION

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

Agree


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.

Agree

Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition

Choose not to answer

I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.

Choose not to answer

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I believe that Jesus was born of the Virgin Mary, died and rose again on the third day. I believe that ALL persons should be treated equally.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?

Make the voting process more streamline for the elderly and persons with disabilities.


EQUALITY

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

I believe that systemic racism and discrimination in small communities can undermine a country’s ability to defend itself during conflicts, creating a national security risk.

Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.

Strongly Agree


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.

Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost.

I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.

Agree


ABOUT YOU

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

Government exists to invest in ourselves, to tackle the problems that individuals cannot solve individually. When we see the return on investments in education, small businesses, health care, and fair housing, they include increased community vitality, brighter futures, and stronger government revenues for reinvestment.

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

Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=TLGGDDGI78WifQgxNzA5MjAyMg&v=wY27GDNJuaI

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?

I am called: a daughter, wife, mother and a myriad of other monikers but the one name I am most proud to be called is Nana and Grandma Purple.


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.

Disagree

I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.

Choose not to answer


2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

When applying for a Gun license a psychological test should be taken and if you fail, you may NOT purchase a gun. Gun licenses are good for 5 years in Michigan and I think 6 months prior to the expiration date a psychological test should be given, and the person fails their license should be revoked. If there has been a gun incident the license should be revoked especially for concealed weapon carry!

Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.

Disagree

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