Dan Lux
Republican | Louisiana
Candidate Profile
Moderate
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Dan Lux
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 2
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Northeastern University, Boston, Electrical Engineering, 1986
Pepperdine University, Los Angeles, MBA Studies
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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Race
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
RPEC Orleans, RPEC Jefferson Parish, GNOR
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
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State Republican Party Organizations (2022)
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OTHER INFORMATION
Power Coalition for Equity and Justice Candidate Questionnaire
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Agree
This has become controversial by distorted facts. Opposition is not about misogyny or advancing patriarchy but different beliefs in the precious nature of life within the womb. Many can sympathize with early-stage abortions, but it has gone far astray of “legal, safe, and rare.” Legalizing the termination of a fully developed infant moments before its first breath is without conscience. The celebration of it is more horrific. I can’t support funding the abhorrent practice of late-term abortions.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Neutral
This is a case-by-case basis. We should provide dignity to individuals suffering from excruciating pain associated with a terminal illness. However, it's a policy prone to abuse, as is currently the case in Canada where they are experiencing a 30%+ increase in assisted suicide.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Early stage cases of physical health to the mother, incest, and certain rape instances.
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
There currently is a redistribution of wealth in the tiered tax code. Higher earners pay a higher percentage of their earnings that go into social programs to help lower earners.
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
The National Debt is over $30 trillion! Most people have no real-world appreciation for a number that large. Our Debt to GDP Ratio in 1980 was 34.5%, today it's over 125%. This is unsustainable, and unless REAL decisions are made to bring it down, we will be faced with a financial collapse.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
The tax code is far too confusing and convoluted, any clear minded individual will tell you that. With over 75,000 pages of codes and regulations, it needs to be simplified and reduced. In addition, American’s are over-taxed. Each dollar earned gets taxed over and over, multiple times, accumulating taxes and fees until what is left as real disposable income becomes minute. I would advocate for a flat tax.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
We are a country founded on the right of free speech, whether that comes in the form of declining to recite the Pledge of Allegiance or declining to write expressions on a cake that go against religious beliefs. The government should not require any citizen to express a message or belief they are not inclined to do so themselves. Freedom of speech includes freedom “not” to speak. This doesn’t include discriminatory activities.
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
Separation of church and state stems from the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause, prohibiting laws that establish a religion or give preference to one religion over another. Conflict and confusion can arise when applying the Free Exercise Clause, which protects the religious exercise. Separation should not be misused to silence opposing views nor eliminate religious morality from public policy.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
If a vaccine does what it claims and protects an individual from contracting and transmitting a virus, then people concerned with contracting such a virus are free to become vaccinated. Their concern does not rest upon others getting the vaccine. Children are now mandated to get over 70 vaccines, yet we have become one of the unhealthiest populations. Big Pharma and greedy politicians are more concerned with the health of their bank accounts than the health of you.
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.
B
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.
B
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.
Disagree
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
The CCP has made it very clear that they intend to become the world’s sole superpower by destroying the US from within. An objective look at what’s occurring in our country validates this. The CCP has infiltrated our government, universities, corporations, technology, entertainment, sports, and social media. There examples are abundant for anyone in doubt.
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
There is no short-term solution to this, it’s a generational challenge. We will not change radical Islamic ideology through war, which can inadvertently foster it. I believe our efforts should be focused on guiding and supporting the principles of freedom in generations that have yet to experience it. Trying to convert the older, more indoctrinated can be a feudal exercise.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Our borders MUST be secured. It ensures a legal, safe, fair, and controlled flow of immigrants entering the country. More importantly, the immigration process was established with reason and intent. Learning the laws, civics, and freedoms America offers builds unity and enables “E Pluribus Unum” to take root - “From Many One.” It’s what makes us a great melting pot. Pledging an allegiance to the flag is the point a person becomes an American. This is not possible by walking across our border.
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.
Strongly Agree
Laws are not put into effect to be followed and enforced based on the whims and ideology of politicians voted into office.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Anyone who truly wants to become an American citizen because they love the rights, opportunities, and freedoms American offers. But there must be controls and limitations put in place.
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Agree
The only area I have a disagreement with this, as I stand firmly against discrimination of any kind, is when gender identity conflicts with the safety and/or operation of a private business. For instance, biological males have an unfair advantage against biological females and their exclusion should not be considered a violation of such laws. Likewise, if a business offers an all male or all female service, it should have the ability to include or exclude based on gender.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
The only form of C.R.T. that should be taught in schools is Courtesy, Respect, and Thankfulness! Teaching children that America was founded on white supremacy and oppression, and these forces are still at the root of our society, is extraordinarily damaging to a child’s psychology and society at large. We need more positive, accepting, and compassionate philosophies being taught to our children.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in the theory of Intelligent Design, as does nearly all notable quantum physicists of the past century. Humans are comprised of two components - a physical body and an eternal spiritual body. One a physical vessel, one an energy soul. We are all a fragment of the Creator, and as such, need to respect and love all humans as if they were a part of us...because they are.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Presenting an ID has nothing to do with voter suppression, the thought or argument of such is racist in its nature. No voter ID policy is simply advocating for voter fraud.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Anyone who takes a serious look at our voting system, if done with an open mind, will come away with the conviction that it is layered with significant fraud and problems. The mechanisms and methodologies have been implemented and refined for decades. Certain laws can help reduce some fraud, but a complete overhaul is needed.
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
It's impossible to determine and implement. Discussing and shining a public light on it will only create conflict and animosity.
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, however the constant peddling of it by the media is.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Agree
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 must protect the environment for our children and future generations. Meaningful environmental laws can be put in place that protect both the planet and the economy.
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?
Lean Conservative
We need to break free from the "us vs them" mentality of divisive politics. Neither party is to blame for all the problems in the country, nor are we arch enemies of each other. That is what the political establishment wants to perpetuate. Americans on both sides of the aisle want the same thing, with perhaps small differences in how to obtain them. If we seek the same goals, how can we consider those in the opposing party "evil"? Both have meaningful contributions and we must work together.
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Did not answer
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?
Did not answer
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Neutral
Qualified immunity is a loaded topic as it deals with abuse. If officers do not abuse their positions and violate people’s civil rights, there’s no need for it. On the other hand, without it enables a preponderance of abuse with fraudulent cases against innocent officers. This can lead to conditions that mitigate the safety of our neighborhoods. A balance is needed that holds officers accountable, but provides a buffer for split-second decisions that police are often criticized over.
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Agree
Funding for mental health and community programs is essential, but needs to come from other sources. Reducing police budgets and capabilities only increases crime and makes cities and neighborhoods less safe. Look at what's happening in cities throughout the country for proof.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Stricter enforcement of existing laws, and prosecution of individuals arrested for crimes they committed.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
