Shellie Gardner
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile*
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Shellie Gardner
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist.12
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Texas Tech University, Lubbock TX, BS Electrical Engineering, 1988
Texas Tech University, Lubbock TX, MS Electrical Engineering, 1991
WORK & MILITARY
Christmas Light Source, Owner, 18
AFFILIATIONS
Wedgwood Baptist Church, Teacher, Chair of Budget and Finance, Hispanic Ministry, Museum of the Bible
Contributor, Fairmount Neighborhood Association, Member
Fairmount Garden Club, President, Fairmount Neighborhood Library
Founder, Volunteer, Arts 5th Avenue, Volunteer, Contributor
Fort Worth Botanic Gardens, Volunteer, Cowtown Republican Women
Member, Daggett Montessori Advisory Board, Community Member
Disciple All Nations, Board Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
I have spent my years working in the private sector as an engineer solving problems and as a small business owner working to grow the local economy. I have never held public office. As a political outsider, Voters in district 12 are excited that I’m not a career politician and i bring practical experience to the table, 26
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Republican Women's Organizations (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE*
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
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
This is a stupid question. I choose not to answer.
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
As a Christian I will always vote for the sanctity of life.. As a Constitutionalist, per the Dobbs ruling, this discussion is one that should happen at the State level.
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?
As a Constitutionalist, and per the Dobbs ruling, abortion legislation is under the purview of the States.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
The Establishment Clause clearly prohibits the government from establishing any particular religious belief or institution, as the Founders intended.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
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.
None completely and accurately reflect my current favored policy. As an America First Texan, as long as our border is broken and there are homeless vets, my focus will be on securing our border and taking care of our own.
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 incredibly important for the USA to have a strong ally in the Middle East. It’s not only important for the USA, it’s important for Texas. Israel's position as a democratic ally, coupled with its reliance on U.S.-made F-35 fighter jets from Fort Worth's Lockheed Martin makes the U.S.-Israel relationship strategically and economically significant.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Did not answer
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None.
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) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Cut the Federal Budget. Pay down the deficit. Vote to extend Trump tax cuts. Restore energy independence. Eliminate estate and inheritances taxes. Oppose wealth taxes.
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
Hard no.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
It's simple. BUILD THE WALL… BUILD THE WALL… and make sure that everyone enforcing border policy is well equipped.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
We have an immigration policy in place that answers this question. I hear from District 12 voters that they are fed up with the situation at the border. We must build a wall and put an end to the Biden Open Immigration Invitation.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Choose not to answer
This question is best and more appropriately answered at the state and local government levels. Let's keep the Federal government out of our classrooms.
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
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?
The 2nd Amendment was designed to safeguard our right and freedom to own firearms as a means of protecting ourselves from tyranny. This foundational right will serve as a compass for my decision-making in Washington. I am committed to resisting the expansion of regulations concerning firearms. To put simply, I will fight to support the 2nd Amendment.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
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
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To abide by the Constitution.
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.
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
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 am a Christian and Southern Baptist woman. The Bible is the foundation of my faith in God and defines my beliefs, and values. I am inspired by the industriousness and high bar set by the woman described in Proverbs 31. That inspiration has directed my dealings both at home and in business.
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
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
In Texas, currently, our most dependable energy source remains oil and gas.
