Bryan McKinney
Republican | West Virginia
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Bryan McKinney
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Senator
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Bachelor's of Science, 2005
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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.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Never. Only to save the life of the mother should a procedure that ends the life of the child be legal. Those procedures would need to be only in a hospital setting
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?
I would vote for and support any legislation that gave equal rights to all Americans regardless of their age or gestation. I think most voters would vote for a national restriction law that limited abortion to saving the life of a mother, extreme circumstances, and probably in cases of incest or rape. I personally would adopt a child instead of allowing an abortion for cases of incest or rape. Unfortunately medical technology today does not allow for all serious pregnancy conditions to be treated in a way that does not end the life of the baby. I believe one day as we Advanced medically all of those children who cannot be saved because of our Limited medical knowledge in rare situations will be able to survive. If Freeborn children have no protection federally then what true protections do we have has borne people.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
I would outlaw the income tax and replace it with a 3 cents on a dollar sales tax for new purchases only. Other than tariffs and fees for service they would be no other taxpayer funding of the federal government.
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
The term investment is code for taxes on Americans to allow those in power to spend our money on pet projects. Any local money spent should be done through the state or local government and not the federal government. There is no such thing as public money there was only money that has been raised by taxing Americans. I do not believe in taxing Americans through their income or property. I only believe in a very small sales tax.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
That there cannot be an established religion of the United States however no impedement of religious expression is allowed. Our form of government is dependent upon a moral Society based on judeo-christian principles. Without the belief in Liberty from God we cannot have freedom. I would argue that most religions do not allow for the personal freedom that the United States provides and some religions are incompatible with freedom in general.
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?
Never. Vaccines by their very nature are dangerous and experimental treatments. In every case of vaccines on the market today there are tried and true proven alternative cures and treatments that are scientifically based.
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.
The only publicly funded Healthcare I am supportive of is for veterans and the truly disabled not the handicapped. At the federal level funding only for Veterans for their health care needs would be acceptable to me. Anything else would be a debate for state government to tackle and for the voters to decide on themselves. I believe in a free and fair Marketplace driven by competition not regulation or government oversight for Health Care needs
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. America has so many problems today including veterans on the street is homeless they need to be addressed including our national borders first before we should be concentrating at all on the rest of the world. I am not opposed to helping countries that support freedom but Federal money is not the solution in most cases
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
China is only second to the federal government to being the most dangerous threat to American Liberty. China is not our friend and should receive no trade from our country until it allows free and fair elections and equal rights for all of its citizens.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes just as it is to any freedom loving country. Israel has a unique relationship because of its location and our shared history from World War II. However they are a wealthy country on to themselves and do not need billions of American dollars to handle their threats.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
I would say lack of respect for American politicians, a lack of support in the missions that politicians send to the military, and extreme low pay and support of active military and veterans
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
I believe nothing less than creating a military base for the entire length of both borders is enough to stop illegal immigration, illegal drugs, and human trafficking.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
I think individuals who provide the best economic benefits to our country should be a priority. Only those who seek citizenship by the rule of law rather than illegally crossing into our borders should be considered for American citizenship. Anyone who breaks that law should be permanently banned from future entry into the United States. Anyone who has come here illegally should be deported. A few countries that fall into absolute tyranny should have citizens that can escape be considered
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
We home school six children because the public schools are terrible and dangerous. Private schools would be an option but they are too expensive.
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
The federal government has had more than inadequate chance to show that they can handle a Department of Education. They have shown themselves incapable and that department should cease to exist.
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.
Neutral
Marriage is a Sacrament that falls into an individual's religion. There are benefits that government has given married couples that I'm not sure I agree with. It is in the best interest of any country to promote marriage between a man and a woman and bringing children into the world to repopulate those who have died. However if a religion that is not oppressive decides that marriage can be between two men or two women then it is a religious issue. I do not support government intervention.
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
This issue is one of the saddest of our time. I think the state governments can provide protection for these children much better than the federal government could ever
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a practicing and about Roman Catholic. I am a compassionate soul who understands that not everyone shares my beliefs. However I believe that all major Christian denominations share the love of freedom and respect for life and Liberty. I believe that church based Charities are the solution for much of the problems in society not government. I would promote the success of these organizations and not give money to government to solve problems it is incapable of. If government could end Hunger or any other Injustice it would have done so already, it has had enough time and enough money and has failed.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
No photo no vote. The only way to secure the vote is in person with valid identification
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 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 think this is best fought at the state and organization level. The federal government needs to be a smallest possible and not be the hero of anyone's agenda.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Strongly Disagree
There is no such thing as man-made climate change. Only two things affect the weather, the Sun, and volcanoes. Anyone else telling you otherwise and doesn't know anything about science. They've redefined the term and they've taken Theory and conjecture and try to make it Dogma.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
I would say what we consider fossil fuels as they are renewable forms of energy that keep getting replenished will always be the best sources of energy. Let the market come up with more efficient ways of using them to provide more power
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?
For the federal government it is to deliver the mail, build a military when needed, take care of our veterans, and protect the citizen from a tax on the Bill of Rights by state government entities. Anything else is a violation of the Constitution and not the function of government
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
Nope
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
Nope
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
I do have a support term limits on the amount of time that a Justice can serve. I believe anywhere from 6:00 to 12 years is a debatable time period for the career of a Supreme Court Justice
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
A community program can often be provided by a nonprofit or even a church. I'm okay with increasing the education of police departments to modernize as needed
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
The better question I ask is what restrictions on government ownership of guns needs to be enacted. Any firearm that the government can own, not military, should be available to law abiding citizens. I do not believe in any form of registration of gun ownership. I do not believe in red flag laws. If someone is convicted of a violent felony I believe that their right to own a gun should be removed until they can be proved not to be a threat to their fellow citizen anymore.
