
Joe Babits
Republican | Florida
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Joe Babits
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 8
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
George Washington University, Washington, DC, BA, 1985
George Washington University, Washington, DC, MBA, 1988
George Mason University Law School, Arlington, Va, JD, 1991
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
St Jude Children Hospital, Contributor
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
None
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
None
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Ron DeSantis (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.
Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
If the life of the Mother is in jeopardy.
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?
Yes. I would support a prohibition and a 6 week limit with an exception for the life of the Mother.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
I would support a federal 15% flat tax.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
I do not and would not support forgiveness but would allow it be discharge in a bankruptcy proceeding.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
absolutely not. Only financial risk and reward should be considered.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
The government shall not mandate a specific religion to be followed. People should be free to practice their own religion.
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.
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. I would support requiring private healthcare insurance companies to create high risk pool for high risk individuals so that they could be insured.
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. I would not support Ukraine or most foreign aid.
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, it is the only democracy in the region.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Woke policies and not supporting our Veterans.
IMMIGRATION
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?
1. Spouses and immediate family members. 2. Individuals that have the means and would bring valuable skills (such as medical) to the US.
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
Government should stay out of Marriage.
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
Never should taxpayer funds be used to provide gender transition services.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am Roman Catholic. Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I do believe in the Virgin Mary and the power of the Rosary. I do not believe in Social justice but do believe in Justice and free will. In my opinion the push for Social Justice has lead many to believe our Government is God. This is terrible. Religion should be focus on saving one's soul not trying through Governments to make earth Heaven.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Photo identification should be require to vote.
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
The only threat is the limiting of energy through the curtailing of fossil fuels. Energy=Prosperity. Paris Agreement is Anti-American agreement and I would prohibit government from taking any action supporting the agreement.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
natural gas.
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
Conservative with strong libertarian views.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To provide for the common defense and secure the blessings of liberty for all citizens.
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
No packing of the court, however, I would support an age limit for retirement.
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. I support Universal Conceal Carry.
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