David K. Frosch
Constitution | Oregon
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
David K. Frosch
Party
Constitution
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 3
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Putnam City North High School, Oklahoma City, Graduated 2004
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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OTHER INFORMATION
VoteSmart Political Courage Test David K. Frosch.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Agree
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I believe a woman should have access to elective abortions up to the stage of fetus viability, This could be at twenty weeks after conception, or perhaps earlier.
Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?
The issue at hand is primarily moral, and morality should be supported by the entire nation if possible, so I would likely support a national measure.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
The ability to build wealth is a key factor in people’s economic decisions. The marketplace for health care, education, and housing is controlled by private actors. Competition and transparency can be restored through regulation so that more can save
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Neutral
We need to address two problems before mass forgiveness of loans. First, employers need to be able to test for intelligence so degrees don’t become must-have credentials for gainful employment. Second, college must become affordable so less debt is created.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
Choose not to answer
A blanket statement doesn’t fit for this controversy. It may be appropriate in some cases.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
The framers intended for the US to have no state religion. They did not intend to legitimize all religions, because Christianity was considered superior to other religions. We certainly need faith in our communities, but the state should not be able to attach to or prohibit religious gatherings.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I believe military and first responders can be required to receive a vaccination. Generally government and employers should seek not to require them.
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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
B. Government run health care must be implemented in a way that generally improves upon private options. Other options should continue to be permitted.
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.
My views are both B and C. America has had both success and failure in its history at war. We should manage our interests while also doing a better job of understanding the way people from overseas think about things like ethnicity and tribal loyalties.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Israel itself is important to America’s mission of law and order across the world. The relationship between the two is less important to me.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Patriotism has declined, arguably severely, since the 1860s when over 90% of union troops were volunteers. Arguably the main reason is that America has gone down the road of becoming a consumer society instead of maintaining a focus on the “commanding heights” of the economic engine - heavy industry - as Lenin called it a century ago. Blue collar jobs are a key driver of citizen wellbeing and national pride.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
The US should strive for self-sufficiency. We should only allow the immigrants that would serve our long-term interests.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Neutral
I will continue to monitor outcomes and engage with constituents on this.
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Disagree
VALUES
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
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Agree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
He who withholds kindness from a friend forsakes the fear of the almighty. - Job 6:14
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Agree
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Disagree
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Agree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
The most reliable in the absolute sense would be coal and petroleum. But the pollution is too harmful to ignore the alternatives.
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
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To protect rights and property by upholding law & order and national security. Also to define and protect the national identity - how the people see themselves.
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Neutral
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I’m not sure what public safety is, but personal safety is certainly something we all understand. The more responsible gun owners, the better. I support restrictions on silencers and machine guns, as well as a ten day waiting period for some gun models and procedural reforms to the background check process. I support the Second Amendment as it is written.
