Scott Nowicki
Republican | Louisiana
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Scott Nowicki
Party
Republican
Election Year
2023
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist 89
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
University of Oregon, Eugene, MBA, 2017
Troy University, Troy, M.A. Human Resources, 2000
University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, B.A. Criminal Justice, 1994
WORK & MILITARY
United States Army, Major, 14
AFFILIATIONS
Knights of Columbus, member, Northshore Veterans Network
volunteer, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Lifetime member
American Legion, Lifetime member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
City Council Dupont WA
City of Eugene Budget Committee, Chair, 4
City of Eugene Police Commissioner, Vice Chair, 4
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I do not support abortion.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
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I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
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ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
Taxation – We cannot compete with our current tax environment. Corporate, Personal, Franchise, and Inventory taxes drain re-investment and stifle opportunity. When we look at the states around us, TX, TN, FL, without income tax and AR,MS, AL making moves to eliminate or substantially reduce their income tax, we should ask ourselves why are we not reducing taxes. The states around us are seeing more people moving in and opportunities being created. We must fix our tax system. My extensive work on two city budgets has prepared me to step in ready to work.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I would like to audit all of our departments and designated spending budget line items. Our budget has increased from just over $28B to just over $47B in just 10 years while we are losing 1,000 people a month. Our spending has to be tied to performance for the benefit of the tax payor.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
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RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
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Under what circumstances can government close churches?
I believe the Constitution protects our right to worship. Government should not be closing churches.
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.
Medicaid and Medicare should remain. Audits should take place to ensure only those that qualify are receiving their benefits.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I believe this is an individual choice. Government should make recommendations, but not mandate healthcare.
NATIONAL SECURITY
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.
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IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
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Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
We should have a clear immigration policy and follow it.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
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VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
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I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
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Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
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I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
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Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a practicing Catholic. I am also a combat veteran who believes in people and what they can accomplish. I've learned to believe in Integrity, Humility, Compassion, Loyalty, Selflessness, Kindness, Spirituality, and Honesty through my life's experiences.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
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What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
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EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
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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.
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I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
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ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
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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?
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Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized in either civil or criminal court for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
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What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
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I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
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2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
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Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
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OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Gambling should be limited to existing forms and should not be de-regulated or expanded.
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Children should be protected from sexualization on the internet, in public schools, and in the public libraries
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