

Thomas Jefferson
Republican | Kentucky
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Thomas Jefferson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 45
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Neshaminy Langhorn HS, Langhorne PA, HS Diploma, 1982
Penn State University, Philadelphia PA, none, 1983
WORK & MILITARY
n/a
AFFILIATIONS
Southland Christian Chuirch, Lead Usher and Mentor program for youths
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
n/a
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
n/a
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
Stan Cave - former State Representative 45th District, National Republican Legislator of the year, Caucus Chairman, and member of the Ernie Fletcher and Matt Bevin's administration
Jerry Smaley - VP Indirect Lending at Central Bank, Retired
The Republican Party of Jessamine County
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
Andrew Cooperrider (2023)
Savannah Maddox (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Only under rape or incest. I support the requirement that the mother has to see an ultrasound of the baby and for her to receive counciling before an abortion is allowed. Also, the mother needs to make a formal complaint to the police that it was rape or incest before any abortion be allowed.
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Only under rape or incest. I support the requirement that the mother has to see an ultrasound of the baby and for her to receive counciling before an abortion is allowed. Also, the mother needs to make a formal complaint to the police that it was rape or incest before any abortion be allowed.
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Only under rape or incest. I support the requirement that the mother has to see an ultrasound of the baby and for her to receive counciling before an abortion is allowed. Also, the mother needs to make a formal complaint to the police that it was rape or incest before any abortion be allowed.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
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
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
ECONOMY
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
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
What is your position on the minimum wage?
Let the free market decide. government should not be involved
What is your position on the minimum wage?
Let the free market decide. government should not be involved
What is your position on the minimum wage?
Let the free market decide. government should not be involved
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The are no circumstances that government can close churches
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The are no circumstances that government can close churches
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The are no circumstances that government can close churches
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
There are no circumstances that vaccinations be required
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
There are no circumstances that vaccinations be required
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
There are no circumstances that vaccinations be required
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
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
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Very important. They are our only true friend in the Middle East. Also, because our country was built on Judio-Christian values.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Very important. They are our only true friend in the Middle East. Also, because our country was built on Judio-Christian values.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Very important. They are our only true friend in the Middle East. Also, because our country was built on Judio-Christian values.
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
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
EDUCATION
I support a constitutional amendment that would allow Kentucky’s General Assembly to set up a school choice program to allow dollars to follow children to the school of their choice.
Strongly Agree
I support a constitutional amendment that would allow Kentucky’s General Assembly to set up a school choice program to allow dollars to follow children to the school of their choice.
Strongly Agree
I support a constitutional amendment that would allow Kentucky’s General Assembly to set up a school choice program to allow dollars to follow children to the school of their choice.
Strongly Agree
VALUES
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Parental rights are a fundamental right, and parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Parental rights are a fundamental right, and parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Parental rights are a fundamental right, and parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from harm, including from gender ideology and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from harm, including from gender ideology and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from harm, including from gender ideology 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
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian that is saved by the blood and sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ. I believe it is important that i model Gods Grace and Mercy in my home and in everyday life
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian that is saved by the blood and sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ. I believe it is important that i model Gods Grace and Mercy in my home and in everyday life
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian that is saved by the blood and sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ. I believe it is important that i model Gods Grace and Mercy in my home and in everyday life
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
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
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
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
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Strongly Disagree
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
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
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
I support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
Strongly Disagree
I support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
Strongly Disagree
I support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
Strongly Disagree
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
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Coal and Oil, period !
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Coal and Oil, period !
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Coal and Oil, period !
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 & C
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 & C
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 & C
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Protect it's citizens is the main purpose of government.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Protect it's citizens is the main purpose of government.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Protect it's citizens is the main purpose of government.
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
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? 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 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
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
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
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
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 except I dont think a felon or a person that has mental issues should be able own a gun. The restrictions on a person with mental health issues would have to be someone who is adjudicated mentally ill.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None except I dont think a felon or a person that has mental issues should be able own a gun. The restrictions on a person with mental health issues would have to be someone who is adjudicated mentally ill.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None except I dont think a felon or a person that has mental issues should be able own a gun. The restrictions on a person with mental health issues would have to be someone who is adjudicated mentally ill.
Faculty who are licensed to carry and have had ongoing training should be allowed to carry guns at school in order to respond to an active shooter situation.
Strongly Agree
Faculty who are licensed to carry and have had ongoing training should be allowed to carry guns at school in order to respond to an active shooter situation.
Strongly Agree
Faculty who are licensed to carry and have had ongoing training should be allowed to carry guns at school in order to respond to an active shooter situation.
Strongly Agree
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Do you support the expansion of gambling in Kentucky?
No
Do you support the expansion of gambling in Kentucky?
No
Do you support the expansion of gambling in Kentucky?
No
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