Matt Hackenburg

Libertarian | Pennsylvania

Candidate Profile

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BIOGRAPHY

Name

Matt Hackenburg


Party

Libertarian


Election Year

2022


Election

General


Race

Governor


Incumbent

No


Links

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EDUCATION

Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, Computer Engineering, 2003-2007

WORK & MILITARY

Army National Guard, Second Lieutenant, 2012-2016

AFFILIATIONS

Libertarian Party Mises Caucus, Pennsylvania Organizer

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Candidate did not provide

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Candidate did not provide

Race

ENDORSEMENTS

OTHER (1)

Libertarian Party Mises Caucus Pennsylvania

OTHER INFORMATION

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

While I personally oppose abortion for any reason, I would never support any legislation that aims to criminalize or restrict access to any medical procedure.

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

Strongly Agree

I find the use of taxpayer funds to support abortion providers egregious and unethical.

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

Strongly Agree

I fully support any legislation that increases individual bodily autonomy.


ECONOMY

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

Taxation is theft. Each individual is the rightful owner of themselves and the products of their labor. I consider any attempt to involuntarily separate an individual from their assets an act of aggression.

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

I would strive for the eventual discontinuation of all Government spending, prioritizing programs pose the greatest threats to individual liberty.

Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.

Strongly Disagree

The government's subsidization of higher education has resulted in increased tuition costs with no improvement in the quality of education.


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

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

Strongly Disagree

Under what circumstances can government close churches?

There is no circumstance in which it is appropriate for the government to interfere with the operations of a private entity, given that they do no violate the individual liberty of 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.

D

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

None. I find the idea that a person's participation in society be based upon the consumption of a pharmaceutical product, or any medical procedure, unconscionable.


NATIONAL SECURITY

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

End all foreign intervention, as terrorism is a direct result of US imperialism.

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.

Neutral

The United States should cease its involvement in the affairs of foreign nations. Without US support, Israel's occupation of Palestine would not be possible.


IMMIGRATION

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

Neutral

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

Anyone who is invited by an existing resident


EDUCATION

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

Strongly Agree

The lack of competition in public schools has resulted in a high cost and low quality education for every child who isn't wealthy enough to afford private school.


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.

Strongly Disagree

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

Government has no legitimate role in the institution of marriage.

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 there is a higher power and we know little about the nature of the universe.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

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?

No, racists have little institutional and cultural power, they're widely scorned and their ideas rejected.

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

Strongly 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.

A

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

Strongly Agree


ABOUT YOU

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

Government, as it exists in our lives today, serves to financially and socially benefit a small group of powerful, politically connected individuals. The functions preformed by the government to justify its existence could easily be privatized.

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?

Choose not to answer

I am principled and consistent in my views

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?

My top priorities are: 1) Passing defend the guard 2) Enact school choice 3) Nullify federal gun regulations by prohibiting state resources being used to assist the ATF 4) Prohibit vaccine mandates and ensure uncompromising medical freedom


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

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?

None. The ATF should be abolished and all firearm regulations repealed.

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

Strongly Disagree

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