
Michael Young
Republican | Ohio
Candidate Profile*
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Michael Young
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 3
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Candidate did not provide
WORK & MILITARY
U.S. Air Force, Sergeant - E-4, 1+ Active Duty - 4+ Reserves
AFFILIATIONS
Columbus Jaycees, President, Ohio Jaycees
Vice-President, Community Camp of Central Ohio, President
Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, Board Member, Columbus Day USA Assn.
Board Member, Columbus & Ohio Bicentennial Commission, Member
National Assn. of Realtors, Member, Aircraft Owners & Pilots Assn.
Member, VFW - Veterans of Foreign Wars, Member
American Legion, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (2)
Buckeye Firearms Association-Ohio
Franklin County Republican Party
OTHER (1)
*Council on American Exceptionalism
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Franklin County Republican Party
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)
WinRed (2020)
State Republican Party Organizations (2018)
National Republican Congressional Committee Joint Campaigns (2006)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
OH Christian Alliance's 2024 Voter Guide
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
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.
Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
When a Woman has a Fetus that is deformed or has other impairments and when she has harmful Health Issues.
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?
No Role.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Decrease the Tax Rate and Provide other deductions.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
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
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
That religions are free from government interference and oversight.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
NONE, not under any circumstances.
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
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, Very Important - Israel is one of the best allies of the United States and a deterrent to many Middle-East irrational governments.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
The primary cause is because of the military's Top Leadership focusing on irrelevant indoctrination of topics such as "racial equity courses" and "gender identity", ETC... We are beyond any discrimination except for "illogical" people.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
We have an "Invasion" across our Southern Border.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Those who apply according to our laws, some of which need to be modernized
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.
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 believe in God and believe in the "Golden Rule" - 'Do unto others as You would have others do unto You".
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?
Natural Gas and Oil, with growing Help from Hydrogen Technology, Solar Technology and Greater Technology in all areas.
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?
Conservative
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To provide for Logical philosophies and methods for regulation of life quality of its citizens without over-reaching and illogical regulation.
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.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
1. No Gun Ownership for those under 18 years of age. 2. Parental penalties for Juvenile Gun Use and Violence. 3. Strong investigation of people with mental health issues. 4. Possible surveillance of those using social media relating to guns, firearms, Etc.
If you are not already receiving our emails, stay up to date with important election alerts, educational articles, and encouraging reminders.