Dick Brewbaker

Republican | Alabama

Candidate Profile*

Conservative

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Dick Brewbaker


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

Primary


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist. 2


Incumbent

No


Links

Dick Brewbaker websites FacebookFacebookXYouTubeInstagram

EDUCATION

Vanderbilt, Nashville, TN, 1984

WORK & MILITARY

Alabama National Guard

AFFILIATIONS

Governor Fob James, Education Liaison, Montgomery Academy

Teacher, Georgia Washington Middle School, Wrestling Coach

Christchurch Anglican (Montgomery, AL), Verger, Sunday School Teacher

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Alabama State Representative, 2003-2007

Alabama State Senator, 2011-2019

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Candidate did not provide

ENDORSEMENTS

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)

Gen. Mike Flynn, Veterans for Trump, Wallace Gilberry (former candidate in this election) National Automobile Dealers Association

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (11)

State Republican Party Organizations (2023)

Katie Britt (2022)

Barry Moore (2021)

Bill Hightower (2019)

Jessica Taylor (2019)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)

OTHER INFORMATION

Dick Brewbaker's VoteSmart

QUESTIONNAIRE*

*Additional information was received after the evaluation was assigned and was not considered in the Panel Evaluations, therefore it is for additional educational purposes only.
RIGHT TO LIFE

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Agree

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly 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.

Strongly 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.

Strongly Agree

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

None

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

None

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 federal government has a role to play, but I agree with the repeal of Roe and letting state codify their own laws concerning abortion and the sanctity of life

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 federal government has a role to play, but I agree with the repeal of Roe and letting state codify their own laws concerning abortion and the sanctity of life


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

The left and their allies have decided that freedom OF religion means freedom FROM religion and that is a false reading of the intent of the Founders. Government should not interfere with the free assembly and worship.

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

The left and their allies have decided that freedom OF religion means freedom FROM religion and that is a false reading of the intent of the Founders. Government should not interfere with the free assembly and worship.

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Strongly Disagree

We all choose whom to do business with on a daily basis -- putting more government restrictions or requirements on businesses based on feelings is what has gotten our country this far off track.

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Strongly Disagree

We all choose whom to do business with on a daily basis -- putting more government restrictions or requirements on businesses based on feelings is what has gotten our country this far off track.


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.

C

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.

C

The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.

Strongly Agree

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?

It is imperative that The United States remain on the side of Israel and helps to ensure it's existence.

Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?

It is imperative that The United States remain on the side of Israel and helps to ensure it's existence.

What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?

My son currently serves in the 75th Ranger Regiment. The weakening of standards to attempt to hit recruiting goals has affected the Army by dumbing down the requirements and allowing almost any warm body in -- whether or not they can pass physical fitness or mental fitness requirements. Meanwhile, The Marines have hit their goals by requiring that all who join meet their stringent requirements. The notion that weakening standards or lines of command can strengthen our military is a fallacy.

What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?

My son currently serves in the 75th Ranger Regiment. The weakening of standards to attempt to hit recruiting goals has affected the Army by dumbing down the requirements and allowing almost any warm body in -- whether or not they can pass physical fitness or mental fitness requirements. Meanwhile, The Marines have hit their goals by requiring that all who join meet their stringent requirements. The notion that weakening standards or lines of command can strengthen our military is a fallacy.


HEALTHCARE

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

No adult should be forced into any vaccinations

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

No adult should be forced into any vaccinations

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

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


ECONOMY

What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?

I believe government should be as limited as possible -- cutting taxes AND spending to bring down inflation is essential to preserving our way of life as Americans.

What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?

I believe government should be as limited as possible -- cutting taxes AND spending to bring down inflation is essential to preserving our way of life as Americans.

Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.

Strongly Agree

Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.

Strongly Agree

Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?

No

Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?

No


IMMIGRATION

The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.

Strongly Agree

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?

Immigration is not inherently bad - ILLEGAL immigration IS. My further thoughts can be seen here: https://youtu.be/6agWhIAyMPw?si=NxN7OILy_EL0Ld-B

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

Immigration is not inherently bad - ILLEGAL immigration IS. My further thoughts can be seen here: https://youtu.be/6agWhIAyMPw?si=NxN7OILy_EL0Ld-B


EDUCATION

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

Strongly Agree

I sponsored the Tim Tebow bill (allowing home school students to participate in public school extracurricular and athletic activities) and a bill that restricts the government from dictating the curriculum of home schoolers.

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

Strongly Agree

I sponsored the Tim Tebow bill (allowing home school students to participate in public school extracurricular and athletic activities) and a bill that restricts the government from dictating the curriculum of home schoolers.

I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

Strongly Agree

Every trackable number pertaining to education -- aside from the sheer amount of money -- has declined since we created this worthless department

I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

Strongly Agree

Every trackable number pertaining to education -- aside from the sheer amount of money -- has declined since we created this worthless department


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.

Strongly Disagree

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?

There are already far too many laws on the books -- the best definition of Gun Control is Good Grouping

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

There are already far too many laws on the books -- the best definition of Gun Control is Good Grouping


JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY

The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.

Strongly Disagree

The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.

Strongly Disagree


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?

Very Conservative

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?

Very Conservative

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

Our fundamental rights are God given, not bestowed upon us by any government or entity. The most important of those is Liberty. The Government is there to provide Security for our rights and freedoms. Other than that, Government needs to get out of the way.

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

Our fundamental rights are God given, not bestowed upon us by any government or entity. The most important of those is Liberty. The Government is there to provide Security for our rights and freedoms. Other than that, Government needs to get out of the way.

Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.

No

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

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.

No


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.

Strongly Agree

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

Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.

Strongly Agree

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

Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.

Strongly Disagree

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I am a Christian who believes in Traditional American Values of Liberty Security and Limited Government

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I am a Christian who believes in Traditional American Values of Liberty Security and Limited Government


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

The Electoral College should be abolished.

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

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

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

Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.

Strongly Disagree

What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?

Coal, Natural Gas and other fossil fuels are currently irreplacable to meet energy demands for a growing economy

What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?

Coal, Natural Gas and other fossil fuels are currently irreplacable to meet energy demands for a growing economy

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