John J Pack
Democrat | Arkansas
Candidate Profile*
Moderate
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
John J Pack
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 71
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
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WORK & MILITARY
Arkansas Army National Guard, Corporal, 12
AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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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 (1)
*Planned Parenthood Great Plains
OTHER INFORMATION
Ballotpedia Survey
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?
I do not think the government should be involved in abortion. I believe that should be between the the two parents to make that decision since they will have to live with that decision. Plus with rape and medical reasons how can one say that someone that has these issues has to choose to go with possible death or that someone has to carry a rapists child.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Neutral
As I think the government does not need to be involved in if it's legal to have an abortion or not I also don't think people will get the support needed if there is not some government help in funding. But that should be limited funding.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Agree
I believe if someone is dieing and in pain with no possibility of any relief then they should be able to decide if they want to live with that or not.
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
With a 1.6 billion dollar surplus this year that alone shows there is a tax problem. The people need the money in their bank accounts and not the state. This is one thing I am looking into to see what all could be addressed to get the taxes brought down.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I do not know at this time as I need time to research everything money is being spent on to have a better idea.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Neutral
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
All people in this state and country are allowed and encouraged to practice their religions they believe in. If something is in violation of their religious beliefs they should not be required to go against their beliefs.
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The government should not be allowed to close churches. It is their right to practice their religion.
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.
Did not answer
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I don't think vaccinations should be required by the government. But with that said it is the right of an employer or school to dismiss a person if they choose not to but the school or business requires it as it is their right to require it to be there.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
As Islamic terrorism is a big ongoing thing it is not the only terrorist organization we are facing so we do not need to focus on only one group. As more needs to be done this is not an easy question to answer without being able to see exactly what all is already actually being done.
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
I think unless we are being asked for help it's time for the USA to back off and tend to it's problems at home.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
I am 100% for anyone immigrating to this country. But I believe it needs to be done the proper legal way.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Anyone and everyone as long as it is done legally.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Agree
I do support school choice. But this choice needs to include any and all schools to include private schools allowing low income families to attend without the cost. If they don't then there is no actual school choice.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
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I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Agree
I agree to this because Noone deserves to be discriminated against no matter their race, sex, religion, or even how they identify.
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition
Strongly Disagree
The word marriage does mean that for some religions, but not everyone believes in one or any religion so I do believe they should be allowed to be married to whoever they choose. This in itself is a form of discrimination.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
100% disagree. I won't go any further into this.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I won't answer this because I am running to serve all the people. What I do or do not believe in should not matter as I will not do my job based on a religion or anything else.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Photo I'd gives them the opportunity to vote for the correct districts, and helps ensure only legally registered voters vote.
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Did not answer
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is a major issue and a whole lot more needs to be done to address this issue without adding to the problem even more.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Disagree
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.
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I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
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ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The purpose of the government is to provide security, and a good way of life to the people. The government has stepped away from working for the best interests of the people and have been worrying about themselves for to long.
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).
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?
I want to bring integrity with me to the capital and get the needs of the people back to politics. I will not cote as is going on now for or against something just because one or the other party purposed it. I want to vote on what is best for the people of this state no matter who brings it up. It's time to put a stop to the games
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Neutral
I think everyone needs to be heald accountable. If the policy doesn't seem right they need to use their morals and do what is right.
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
The police need the money they get to provide the safety the people need. With a 1.6 billion dollar surplus from taxes the state makes more than enough money to send money to mental health and community programs.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I am still looking into this. I support the second ammendment as I am also a concealed carry permit holder, I do believe more. An be done though without violating rights and hipaa
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
The manufacturer did not kill anyone so they should not be sued.
