
Michael K. Zumbluskas
Republican | New York
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Michael K. Zumbluskas
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 12
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
University of Scranton, Scranton, BA History, 1983
WORK & MILITARY
US Armay, Spec 4, 1984-1987
AFFILIATIONS
United We Stand America, state executive committee, Chair of rules committee, Independence Party of New York
state executive committee, New York County Chairman, Reform Party, National Committee, Chairman of the party’s 2008 national convention
American Flag Institute, Advisory Board
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
NY State Assembly, 2010,2012
NY State Sente, 2014, 2016, 2020
NYC Public Advocte, 2019
House of Representatives NY 12th, 2022
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Byron Donalds
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (9)
Lee Zeldin. Former congressman and NYS governor candidate
Assemblymen Lester Change
Joseph C. Borelli Minority Leader of the New York City Council
Vickie Paladino, City Council
Rabbi Shmuley
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)
Nicole Malliotakis (2022)
WinRed (2022)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2010)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
WinRed (2022)
OTHER INFORMATION
2022 VoteSmart Survey
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Neutral
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?
Only up 2nd Trimester unless the life of mother is involved.
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 Supreme Court has decided it is not in our Constitution in is a state matter. Unless the constitutional amendment is passed I don’t think it can be passed at the national level
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Exempt small farmers from inheritance tax if the family continues operate. Reduce taxes on farmers markets in cities. Bigger tax credits to families with children. Reduce taxes on SS Reduce taxes small businesses. Increase the standard deduction 20%
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
I will expand program so people with student loans can work off their student loans by doing community service. Similar to programs that we for student loan forgiveness when people go into the military
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Separation of state and church means that we are not a theocracy, and people have the right to worship as they wish (as long as you’re not hurting anyone0 in the government has no right to interfere. In our Constitution is the law of the land not religion
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
If the business is open to the public and they must serve everybody. However they are not required to attend events that is against their beliefs.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
religious exemptions must be upheld. And if it’s experimental vaccines should never be mandated – we highly recommend it but it’s up to the individual to take it or not.
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.
C. Comes closest to what I believe. Government should be involved at the fringes. By giving tax breaks in some subsidies. I do not have fully worked out plan on our medical industry.
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.
B
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes I support Israel they are important ally in the Middle East. Too many people on both sides do not understand the history of the Middle East in the world. And we need to fight anti-Semitism in this country and around the world.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
We implemented too many woke policies in the military, I grew up as a G.I. brat and served in the Army myself. Also our school system are teaching our kids to hate our country because they are only teaching the bad and not the good we have done.
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?
We need to prioritize skilled workers in industries that we have shortages. Also we must limit the number of Legal immigrant. We build more infrastructure to handle our current population. To many our citizens are homeless and unemployed.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
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.
Disagree
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I do not believe in organized religion myself, however I support anybody that does our First Amendment states. And I will defend everyone’s right to believe in the God of their choice.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly 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.
Strongly Disagree
Though man does contribute to climate change mother nature is the biggest contributor. We cannot spend trillions of dollars on climate change policies that too little to solve the problem. But cause poor citizens of this world to starve.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
With current technology it is nuclear and waste to energy plants.
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?
Choose not to answer
I can answer this question because it depends on the issue there are some issues that have a more liberal stance. In others that I have a more conservative stance. In some of my political philosophies don’t fit in either camp.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
The purpose of national government is to protect us from foreign enemies and control our borders. They settle disputes between states and to help when there are national disasters. And to promote economic growth while protecting citizens.
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.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
To own a weapon is our constitutional rights, however I do believe in mandatory training before you can buy a weapon.
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