Anthony M Figliola
Republican | New York
Candidate Profile*
Conservative (Conditional)
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Anthony M Figliola
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Congressional Primary & Congressional Dist 19 & 23 Special
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 1
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY, B.A., Political Science, 2003
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY, M.A., Public Policy, 2005
University of Oklahoma, Economic Development Institute, Norman, OK, Certificate, 2019
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Stony Brook University Alumni Association, Former Board Member, NY League of Conservation Voters
Former Board Member, Soundview Pregnancy Services, Former Board Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Stand For Health Freedom
OTHER (1)
Bernard B. Kerik
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Rudy Giuliani, Former NYC Mayor
Bernard Kerik, Former NYC Police Commissioner
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
WinRed (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
WinRed (2022)
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
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
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
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I don't believe abortion should be allowed in any circumstance
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I don't believe abortion should be allowed in any circumstance
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
Budget cuts should be done thoughtfully and what is in the best interest of the American people.
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
Budget cuts should be done thoughtfully and what is in the best interest of the American people.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Lower corporate income tax, and make permanent individual tax cuts. This has proven to create more jobs and stimulate the economy.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Lower corporate income tax, and make permanent individual tax cuts. This has proven to create more jobs and stimulate the economy.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
In the founding of our great Republic the church was the center of the community. The Constitution designed the "separation of church and state" to prevent individuals from forcing their religion on others. It was not intended to stop people from crafting public policy based on their religious beliefs.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
In the founding of our great Republic the church was the center of the community. The Constitution designed the "separation of church and state" to prevent individuals from forcing their religion on others. It was not intended to stop people from crafting public policy based on their religious beliefs.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I support medical freedoms. No person should be forced to receive a COVID shot. Further, I am very concerned with unconstitutional medical mandates being thrust upon American citizens, with the threat of loss of education and/or job, ultimately impeding on peoples rights to life, liberty and pursuit of happiness. This heavy-handed tactic by the progressive left is unconstitutional and un-American.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I support medical freedoms. No person should be forced to receive a COVID shot. Further, I am very concerned with unconstitutional medical mandates being thrust upon American citizens, with the threat of loss of education and/or job, ultimately impeding on peoples rights to life, liberty and pursuit of happiness. This heavy-handed tactic by the progressive left is unconstitutional and un-American.
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 has always been at the forefront of the political debate. I believe in patient centered healthcare that focuses in on the patient’s individual needs. A free-market healthcare system gives consumers the opportunity to choose the direction of their care. I will advocate for policies that will support the patient-physician relationship, foster competition, and keep healthcare costs down.
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 has always been at the forefront of the political debate. I believe in patient centered healthcare that focuses in on the patient’s individual needs. A free-market healthcare system gives consumers the opportunity to choose the direction of their care. I will advocate for policies that will support the patient-physician relationship, foster competition, and keep healthcare costs down.
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
I adhere to an America First policy. As a world super power, we should be available to partner with other nations to assist countries in need on a humanitarian level. Our military involvement in foreign lands should be directly tied to advancing our country's best interest and protecting our national security.
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
I adhere to an America First policy. As a world super power, we should be available to partner with other nations to assist countries in need on a humanitarian level. Our military involvement in foreign lands should be directly tied to advancing our country's best interest and protecting our national security.
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.
Strongly Disagree
One of our most important allies in the Middle East is Israel. The partnership we have with the State of Israel is critical to our national security and our economy. We must stand with Israel and defend the Jewish people’s right to live a peaceful existence in their homeland. I pledge to fight those in the congress who seek to dismantle the important bond between our two nations.
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.
Strongly Disagree
One of our most important allies in the Middle East is Israel. The partnership we have with the State of Israel is critical to our national security and our economy. We must stand with Israel and defend the Jewish people’s right to live a peaceful existence in their homeland. I pledge to fight those in the congress who seek to dismantle the important bond between our two nations.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
The ISIS campaign is one of unimaginable violence, genocide and death carried out in the name of religion. Defeating radical Islamic terrorism needs to be one of our highest priorities to protect national security. We need to work with international partners to financially cut off these groups, discredit its ideological narrative, and use intelligence and cyberwarfare to aggressively disable its efforts.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
The ISIS campaign is one of unimaginable violence, genocide and death carried out in the name of religion. Defeating radical Islamic terrorism needs to be one of our highest priorities to protect national security. We need to work with international partners to financially cut off these groups, discredit its ideological narrative, and use intelligence and cyberwarfare to aggressively disable its efforts.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
We need to keep our nation safe and secure by building the wall, securing our southern border and deporting illegal criminals convicted of violent crimes.
State and federal funds shall be denied to any public or private entity, such as a sanctuary city, that is not in compliance with immigration laws.
Agree
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
We need to keep our nation safe and secure by building the wall, securing our southern border and deporting illegal criminals convicted of violent crimes.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Immigration has been one of the major building blocks of our nation, my wife being a first generation American. The real question is how can the United States allow immigration in a way that protects our nation's sovereignty, respects the law of the land and is beneficial for all Americans? I strongly believe in patriotic assimilation and that becoming a citizen means becoming an American. We cannot compromise national security or safety by allowing open and porous borders. We need to enforce our immigration laws and be mindful that individuals who enter our country illegally should not be rewarded with legal status and benefits.
State and federal funds shall be denied to any public or private entity, such as a sanctuary city, that is not in compliance with immigration laws.
Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Immigration has been one of the major building blocks of our nation, my wife being a first generation American. The real question is how can the United States allow immigration in a way that protects our nation's sovereignty, respects the law of the land and is beneficial for all Americans? I strongly believe in patriotic assimilation and that becoming a citizen means becoming an American. We cannot compromise national security or safety by allowing open and porous borders. We need to enforce our immigration laws and be mindful that individuals who enter our country illegally should not be rewarded with legal status and benefits.
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
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 the Lord Jesus Christ and that the Bible is the Word of God. I believe our nation was founded on Judeo-Christian values and I will uphold those values as a member of Congress.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and that the Bible is the Word of God. I believe our nation was founded on Judeo-Christian values and I will uphold those values as a member of Congress.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Require all voters in federal elections to provide photo identification. Authorize state Board of Election departments to verify citizenship of registered voters through federal Social Security and Department of Homeland Security databases. Amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to give states the ability to strike people from the voter rolls who have not voted in two consecutive federal elections. This would happen after they were given ample written notice of said law.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Require all voters in federal elections to provide photo identification. Authorize state Board of Election departments to verify citizenship of registered voters through federal Social Security and Department of Homeland Security databases. Amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to give states the ability to strike people from the voter rolls who have not voted in two consecutive federal elections. This would happen after they were given ample written notice of said law.
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Strongly Disagree
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.
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?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Three Village Herald: https://tbrnewsmedia.com/east-setauket-resident-announces-candidacy-for-congress/ 1st Debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4axUq8ES9A 2nd Debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twErilQXen4
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
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.
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Three Village Herald: https://tbrnewsmedia.com/east-setauket-resident-announces-candidacy-for-congress/ 1st Debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4axUq8ES9A 2nd Debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twErilQXen4
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
I am the son of Navy veterans and the only Republican candidate in this primary that lives in our district. I am doing this because we’re a regular working-class family fed up by the words and empty promises of career politicians. Let me be clear…I’m NOT a politician. My wife Christine is a registered nurse and I am an economic developer. I work with small businesses to help them grow and create jobs. My work has led to the creation of over 10k jobs and hundreds of millions in investments to Long Island communities. My campaign is all about putting FAMILIES FIRST. Biden’s America Last policies are crushing Suffolk County families and businesses. But my America First Plan will be: • Cut taxes & wasteful spending • Stop the woke & CRT indoctrination. • End the unconstitutional mandates. • Defend the 2nd amendment. • Protect the unborn. • Preserve Social Security & Medicare for seniors • Restructure the VA to provide reliable health care for our veterans. • Support our police and give them the funding they need. • And Stop the illegal crashing of our borders. I hate political pawns and I will NEVER cave to party bosses or special interests. I want to take territory back from those who are destroying our county. But I can’t do it without you. Please come out and vote for me on Tuesday, August 23rd, and let’s send a message to Washington that We the People have had enough. God bless you and God bless America.
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 the son of Navy veterans and the only Republican candidate in this primary that lives in our district. I am doing this because we’re a regular working-class family fed up by the words and empty promises of career politicians. Let me be clear…I’m NOT a politician. My wife Christine is a registered nurse and I am an economic developer. I work with small businesses to help them grow and create jobs. My work has led to the creation of over 10k jobs and hundreds of millions in investments to Long Island communities. My campaign is all about putting FAMILIES FIRST. Biden’s America Last policies are crushing Suffolk County families and businesses. But my America First Plan will be: • Cut taxes & wasteful spending • Stop the woke & CRT indoctrination. • End the unconstitutional mandates. • Defend the 2nd amendment. • Protect the unborn. • Preserve Social Security & Medicare for seniors • Restructure the VA to provide reliable health care for our veterans. • Support our police and give them the funding they need. • And Stop the illegal crashing of our borders. I hate political pawns and I will NEVER cave to party bosses or special interests. I want to take territory back from those who are destroying our county. But I can’t do it without you. Please come out and vote for me on Tuesday, August 23rd, and let’s send a message to Washington that We the People have had enough. God bless you and God bless America.
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
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?
I am pro 2A and believe the constitution affords its citizens God given rights to bear arms.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I am pro 2A and believe the constitution affords its citizens God given rights to bear arms.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
