
Jon Stewart
Libertarian | Illinois
Candidate Profile*
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BIOGRAPHY
Name
Jon Stewart
Party
Libertarian
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
Secretary of State
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Columbia State Univ, Metairie, Counseling Psychology, 1994
Notre Dame College Prep, Niles, HS Diploma, 1985
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Governor, 2018
US Congress, 2000, 2012
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Sen Mark Kirk (ret)
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
State Republican Party Organizations (2010)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
Ex-Pro Wrestler from Deerfield Enters Secretary of State Race
QUESTIONNAIRE*
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
All abortions should be allowed, that is ultimately a women's choice although abortion would NOT be my personal choice especially after witnessing the birth of my two beautiful daughters. I cannot imagine a life without them.
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.
Strongly Agree
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
I have always proposed a flat tax, line-item veto, and fair and commensurate corporate tax rates with no corporate loopholes.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I would reduce military spending. When 24 out of 26 of the most powerful armies are our allies, military spending, especially our black budget should be reigned in. Does the United States really need a 16th aircraft battle group? Do you really think spending 4 trillion dollars since 1985 on the capture, retention, and interrogation of off-planet species is really necessary? And then what technology we did acquire, we hide that from the mainstream public where it might actually benefit mankind. In the year future, I will be presenting my 22-year investigation into what I call, Cosmic Watergate.
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 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.
B
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
By eradicating ALL terrorist threats, from any nation, group or individual.
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
Isreal does whatever they want. Always have.
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?
I have no issues with legal immigration, the world needs to know that you can’t just walk into our country, please sign the “guest book”. A nation without secure borders is not viable.
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.
Neutral
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Choose not to answer
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 Agree
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 am a former Catholic who follows the teachings of an itinerant rabi from Palestine names Joshua. I am a member of the 1st Congregational Church of Winnetka because they are all inclusive.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Must have an ID. If you are that incapable to get a photo ID with all the civic support, you shouldn't vote. Also, remove ALL party affiliations off the ballot.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No. American is not racist, but some black leaders and some members of the media foment racism for ratings.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
Ridiculous. Then I should as the black community for reparations because I am Italian, and the Moors conquered Italy and made Italians slaves.
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.
Agree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The government is formed to protect the public by enforcing the laws.
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?
Moderate
I am fiscally conservative and very socially liberal.
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Beyond the Beltway with Bruce DuMont.
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?
Lower the rate of license plates and title work to $99.00 and Senior will only be required to register their plates one time!
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Disagree
The Police must follow and abide by the same rules as all of us.
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Neutral
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
NONE, except for previous felons owning weapons.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
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