Christina "PK" Digiulio
Green | Pennsylvania
Candidate Profile
Liberal (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Christina "PK" Digiulio
Party
Green
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
Governor
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Lock Haven University, Lock Haven, 2000
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Green Party of Pennsylvania
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
It is the woman's right to choose.
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.
Strongly Agree
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Did not answer
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
End Subsidizing fossil fuel infrastructure,
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.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Did not answer
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.
Medicare for all is my stand on healthcare.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
If there is an Imminent threat to public health and safety, unless the individual has a medical condition in which the vaccine could cause more harm than good.
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified
iVoterGuide that the answer should read:
"If there is an imminent threat to public health and safety, unless there are religious or philosophical objections, or the individual has a medical condition in which the vaccine could cause more harm than good."
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Move away from military take overs and actions in countries with large islamic populations. The US must stop trying to control leadership in other countries. Defunding the military industrial complex and stop supplying weapons of war to foreign nations unless it is absolutely necessary.
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 Agree
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Disagree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Any and all refugees of violence whose family is in imminent danger, and those who want to start a better life for themselves.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Agree
Charter schools are something I would like more investigation and transparency in. I will prioritize equity in the education system.
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified iVoterGuide that the intended answer to this survey question should have been "Disagree" with the further clarification of: "DISAGREE. I support an education system which prioritizes equity over all."
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Disagree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly 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
Agree
I agree with the above statement because marriage is defined as a religious practice and a sacrament. When it comes to the legalities under our laws then I would say civil unions are what we focus on. Each religious institution has its own right to marry whoever they want. I believe in the separation of church and state as well as religious freedom and in that no religion has the right to enforce their beliefs on any other person of this country or state.
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline,
candidate notified iVoterGuide that the intended answer to this survey question
should have been "Disagree" and the clarification should read:"DISAGREE: I believe in the separation of church and state as well as religious freedom and in that no religion has the right to enforce their beliefs on any other person of this country or state."
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Agree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a spiritual person. My beliefs if I had to explain it would be more closely resemble that of the indigenous peoples of this land which is called turtle island. I believe walking in a good way is a duty we all have. I am of love. And I do my best walk in love and not fear. compassion and kindness are a prioritized practice for me. I believe in balance as a scientist we know that all things strive to go back to its natural state which we call homeostasis. I am one with all this life, this nature - and in such it is my duty to respect it and be grateful for everything that I have because nature doesn't need us we need it.
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified
iVoterGuide that the answer should read:
"I am a spiritual person. My beliefs if I had to explain it would be more closely resemble that of the indigenous peoples of this land. I believe walking in a good way is a duty we all have. I am of love. And I do my best walk in love and not fear. Compassion and kindness are a prioritized practice for me. I believe in balance, as a scientist we know that all things strive to go back to its natural state, which we call homeostasis. Therefore living in balance with this environment is the only way we survive sustainably. I am one with all this life, this nature - and in such it is my duty to respect it and be grateful for everything that I have, because nature doesn't need us, we need it."
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Ranked choice voting. I believe in fair and equal ballot access for all parties and independent candidates. I support the Voter Choice Act.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Absolutely, we have more hate groups here in PENNSYLVANIA than any other state. Every person in this country must not feel they are the target of domestic terrorist groups in order for us to have domestic security. We need harsher penalties and more flushing out of these racist or fascist domestic terrorist groups. They are more of a threat on the people of this homeland than any external threat in the United States.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Agree
On basis of historic truths. Any harm that has been done and sanction by this government, must be repaired. Our foundation must be repaired in order to build a stable structure upon it.
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified
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"Agree: Any harm that has been done and sanction by this government, must be repaired. Our foundation must be repaired in order to build a stable structure upon it."
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.
I have been calling for expanded protection of our natural resources. Qualified scientists must be the ones who dictate the necessary protections.
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Disagree
I will move to place a moratorium on any new wells in PA and require a 5 year decommissioning of any operating wells. As well all wells must be properly capped and monitored regularly. Fracking is a dangerous process which has harmed both workers and communities. There is no way to stop the methane leakage, therefore there is no way to mitigate the risks to the public and the environment. We must move on an equitable sustainable just transition immediately. https://www.gpofpa.org/fracking
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified iVoterGuide that
the answer should read:
"Strongly Disagree : I will move to place a moratorium on any new wells in PA and require a five year decommissioning of any operating wells, in agreement with the Pennsylvania Medical Society Resolutions. All wells must be properly capped and monitored regularly. Fracking is a dangerous process which has harmed both workers and communities. There is no way to stop the methane leakage, therefore there is no way to mitigate the risks to the public and the environment. We must move to an equitable sustainable just transition immediately. https://www.gpofpa.org/fracking"
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The government was established for six reasons, which are unity, domestic tranquility, justice, defense, promotion of the general welfare of the people and securing liberty for all. The purpose of government is to keep strict order and to stop is citizens from hurting one another. An effective system of government protects its citizens. The purpose of government is to ensure the safety of the nation and its residents. While other concerns such as economic growth are important, governments primary duty is keep people safe.
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified
iVoterGuide that the answer should read:
"The government was established for six reasons, which are unity, domestic tranquility, justice, defense, promotion of the general welfare of the people and securing liberty for all. An effective system of government protects its citizens. The purpose of government is to ensure the safety of the nation and its residents. While other concerns such as economic growth are important, governments primary duty is keep people safe."
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?
Liberal
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified
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"Moderate: In the global perspective, my views are considered moderate."
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
https://whyy.org/articles/mariner-east-pipeline-motivates-activists-green-party-run-for-pa-governor/ https://www.dailylocal.com/2022/04/13/upper-uwchlan-resident-running-for-governor https://keystonenewsroom.com/story/green-party-candidate-christina-digiulio-enters-the-governor-race/ https://www.cityandstatepa.com/politics/2022/05/green-party-candidates-are-seeking-spots-ballot-governor-lieutenant-governor-and-us-senator/366708/
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?
Economy I support local, living economies across Pennsylvania. The Green Party calls for more local buying initiatives and strategic linking of eco-business and economic development. We support a living wage for all Pennsylvanians, which would be significantly more than the minimum wage. Green Party platform: https://www.gpofpa.org/platform
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Did not answer
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified
iVoterGuide that the answer should read:
"Strongly Disagree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly agree: if you would like to learn more about what this can look like, I encourage you to visit https://amistadlaw.org/divesting-police-invest-our-communities"
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Did not answer
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Did not answer
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified
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"I advocate for building awareness about the complexities of gun violence in America so that every person—policymakers, volunteers, cultural influencers, business leaders, and more—can learn about the issues and become part of the solutions. The Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund is the education, research, and litigation arm of Everytown for Gun Safety, the largest gun violence prevention organization in the country. I suggest supporting organizations involved on the frontlines of this issue. https://www.everytown.org/"
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Did not answer
iVoterGuide Notes:
After the Questionnaire deadline, candidate notified
iVoterGuide that the answer should read:
"Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manfacturers who market and sell military grade weapons to the public, as well as modifications which make a weapon unnecessarily lethal, for example: rapid fire triggers."
