Paul Dyson
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile*
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Paul Dyson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 14
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Texas A&M University, College Station, B.S., 2002
Mays Business School - Texas A&M University, College Station, M.B.A., 2006
South Texas College of Law, Houston, J.D., 2007
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
OPAS, President of the Board of Directors, Allen Academy
Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees, College Station Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Past Vice Chair
Texas Pro-Bono College, Member, Houston Volunteer Prosecutors Program
Participant, College Station Citizen University, Participant
College Station Citizen Fire Academy, Participant, College Station Citizen Police Academy
Participant, Brazos County District Attorney’s Citizen Prosecutor Academy, Participant
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (5)
Rick Perry
*Dan Patrick
Greg Abbott
Bill Flores
John Raney
OTHER (1)
Texans for Lawsuit Reform PAC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (10)
Governor Greg Abbott
Governor Rick Perry
Former State Senator Steve Ogden
Commissioner Nancy Berry - Brazos County Commissioners Court PCT 3
Former Congressman Bill Flores
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (9)
Charles Schwertner (2023)
Republican Women's Organizations (2023)
Ronny Jackson (2023)
Kyle Kacal (2022)
Michael McCaul (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
John Raney (2023)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
None.
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.
Choose not to answer
I believe that life begins at conception, and will remain committed to taking a strong stand against abortion in Texas. I do not support chemical abortion drugs under any circumstances.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer 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 Disagree
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The government must always respect the sanctity and autonomy of houses of worship. Forcing them to close, even with the best intentions, sets a dangerous precedent and risks infringing on fundamental freedoms. It's essential to tread carefully to avoid descending a slippery slope that compromises our cherished values of religious liberty.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
NATIONAL SECURITY
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, the U.S.-Israel relationship is crucial. It provides strategic stability in the Middle East, aligning with a key democratic ally. This partnership aids in security and counterterrorism, and fosters significant economic and technological collaboration. Additionally, strong cultural and social ties between the nations enhance this important bond, reflecting shared values and interests.
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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None.
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What is your position on the minimum wage?
As a conservative, I believe in free-market wage setting. Raising the minimum wage could lead to job loss and hinder business growth. Focusing on education and skill training is a better path to higher wages.
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
We have an urgent need for effective border security measures to protect the safety and well-being of all Texans, which the current administration in DC not only refuses to do but has taken the extra step to prevent Governor Abbott from doing.
EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
Strongly Agree
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?
None.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
ABOUT YOU
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.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
As a conservative, I see the government's purpose as safeguarding citizens' rights and freedoms, ensuring national security, and upholding the rule of law. It should provide essential services like defense and law enforcement, while promoting economic stability. The government's role should be minimal in personal and business matters, emphasizing personal responsibility and free-market principles.
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
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
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
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a proud Christian, having accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. I was raised in a family of faith and believe it is a fundamental duty as a father to provide the same for my family. Developing a personal relationship with Jesus is central to my beliefs. Through reading the Bible and prayer, I continually seek to deepen my relationship with Jesus. My values include love, forgiveness, service, gratitude, and I strive to lead by example on each of these values daily. We don’t walk our faith journey alone, and I am thankful our family is part of a church community that supports and nurtures my family's faith journey.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, while racism is an abhorrent reality, it is not a threat to domestic security. It is an issue of personal responsibility rather than a systemic problem. I support strong enforcement of existing laws against racially motivated crimes and emphasize the importance of families, communities, and education in fostering values of respect and liberty. As a nation of laws, we must ensure equal justice under the law for all citizens.
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
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
A. Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. C. Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
In a vacuum, nuclear is clearly the most reliable source, however, oil and gas remains the most abundantly dispatchable source of reliable energy in Texas.
