Andrea Robinson
Democrat | Minnesota
Candidate Profile*
Liberal (Conditional)
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Andrea Robinson
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 13A
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Metropolitan State University, St. Paul, Master of Public Administration, 2018
College of St Scholastica, Duluth, Bachelor of Science in Accounting, 2008
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Boy Scouts of America- Cub Scouts, Den Leader
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
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 (4)
*Minnesota AFL-CIO
*Progressive Turnout Project
Women Winning
*Communication Workers of America (CWA) Political Action Fund
OTHER (2)
Protect Minnesota Advocacy Fund-PMAF
*IBEW Local 292
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (5)
Protect Minnesota Advocacy Fund
Progressive Turnout Project
Women Winning
AFL-CIO MN
Planned Parenthood
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
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Women should make their own healthcare decisions with a licensed healthcare provider absent government interference.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Disagree
Reproductive healthcare clinics provide services extending beyond abortion and include services such as: gynecological exams, STD/STI testing, pregnancy tests, contraceptives, education and community outreach- all of which are integral in the overall health and well-being of Minnesotans
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Neutral
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Reduce individual income tax, eliminate refundable credits for individuals with zero tax liability and redirect refundable credits to middle income bracket households, tax income producing property of tax exempt organizations at the same rate as for profit sectors, exempt agriculture from local referendums, revise the basis for tax on agricultural property at the rate of production versus market value, exempt senior citizens from property tax if their income falls below 125% poverty rate, minimal reliance on sales and excise tax
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Reducing the military budget and using the savings to fund social, scientific and environmental programs and research and development.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
Post secondary education should be equitable and affordable for all Minnesotans. Fully funding post secondary education improves the economic outlook for the state
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Agree
Income producing activities available to the general population must operate in a non-discriminatory manner
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.
Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Medical decisions should be made by individuals in consultation with a licensed healthcare provider without government interference
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Ensure US Department of State and Homeland Security have the funding, resources and technology to engage in anti-terrorism activities
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
I support Israel’s right to exist within secure borders, Palestinian rights to self-determination, and continued peace efforts in the Middle East
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Disagree
Physically securing the Southern border has not achieved the intended results, overall immigration policy reform needs to occur prior to the enactment of additional initiatives
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Individuals willing to contribute to the economic system through labor and taxation, immediate family members of citizens or legally admitted immigrants, those seeking political asylum or in need of protection for the purposes of human rights
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Disagree
I believe in the separation of church and state, morality is not defined in religion
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
Strongly Disagree
I believe in separation of church and state and the right to privacy.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Choose not to answer
CRT is a theory, that has become a catch-all phrase in politics - the wording of this question is confusing to many readers. I believe systemic racism exists in US society and extends beyond individual bias
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Did not answer
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Neutral
Individuals who demonstrate the eligibility requirements as outlined in law have the right to 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?
Yes. Racism undermines democracy.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Choose not to answer
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.
Laws should be evaluated individually, analyzing the cost and benefit
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Choose not to answer
I support gas extraction that evaluates the trade-offs and impacts on a holistic versus individual level
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Did not answer
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
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?
It’s time we as Minnesotans step out of our comfort zone, look beyond political affiliation, and elect candidates that best represents your interests. True democracy remains in the heart of everyday Americans, and together, we the people are taking the flag back!
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.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I support the balance of rights and personal responsibility over restriction
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
Exception to my answer for illegal gun transactions
