Robert E. Smith
Libertarian | Missouri
Candidate Profile*
Leans Conservative
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Robert E. Smith
Party
Libertarian
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Representative, Dist. 125
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Candidate did not provide
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Missouri Freedom Initiative, Missouri Libertarian Party
Mises Caucus
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
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.
CONSERVATIVE (2)
*Constitutional Grassroots Movement
United for Principled Politics
OTHER (1)
*Libertarian Party Mises Caucus Pennsylvania
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
A+ from Informed Health Choice
Mises Caucus of the Libertarian Party
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
To save a mothers life. If the fetus isn’t viable.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Neutral
I support protecting life that can not protect its self. I do not know what it’s like to be in such a painful situation that one would want to die. I can not imagine forcing someone to live through unbearable pain and anguish. I would lean towards someone having the right to do what they want with their own body.
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
I would eliminate all taxes except a sales tax. We shouldn’t pay income tax to a government that isn’t held accountable for reckless spending.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
50% of Missouri's budget comes from the federal government. Government money comes attached with strings and obligations all the time. We need to reduce state spending by 23 billion dollars give or take. Missouri can attract businesses by reducing the cost and burden forced upon the tax payers by the governments spending.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
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?
NONE
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?
I don’t agree with nor will I comply with compulsory mandates from a government or agency of government.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
U.S hasn’t declared war since WW2. Let’s talk about that.
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.
Choose not to answer
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Neutral
There’s more the government could do to prevent the migrant crises. We have been absent in the Southern Hemisphere and now China has a foothold. China owns ports, bridges, railways, military ports and has loaned a huge amount of money to South American governments. We neglected our own neighbors while we continued to wage proxy wars in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Liberty loving, hard working peace pursuing.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
We also need more protections for Homeschoolers. Parents don’t have to co-parent with the state or feds.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
Morals are essential for a free society. The government should learn that.
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Choose not to answer
If a law can not be applied to all classes and demographics then it is unconstitutional.
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
The state only cares about the matter because they sell license. No government has the right to define or affirm such a thing as marriage. Marriage is outside of the scope of government.
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.
There is a design, I am where I am supposed to be, Do no harm to others, don’t take their stuff, Non Aggression Principled but will aggressively defend myself and others.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
I would get rid of Columbus Day and institute a National vote day. Paper ballots, no mail in ballots, no drop boxes.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
It’s the government/elite vs us. Plain and simple.
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 Disagree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To secure your right to life, Liberty, property and the enjoyment of the gains of your own industry.
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’m constitutional. Conservative doesn’t mean constitutional. I’m VERY constitutional.
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Missouri Liberty Report (podcast) Missouri Freedom Initiative (YouTube)
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 have been active in Jefferson City, Mo securing the Liberties of all Missourians. I have worked with several organizations to help push Liberty legislation while working to educate Legislators on your inalienable rights. I have already been successful as a citizen lobbyist and now I’m looking to be successful as a State Legislator stopping the government from encroaching in your life. Please donate if you want a Constitutional candidate to win.
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.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
It’s called taking responsibility people. Individuals need to responsible for their own actions.
