
Arthur Radford Baker Jr.
Republican | Maryland
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Arthur Radford Baker Jr.
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 3
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Michigan State University-Detroit College of Law, Detroit, J.D., 1993
University of Baltimore, Baltimore, M.A., 1987
University of Baltimore, Baltimore, B.S., 1985
Harford Community College, Bel Air, A.A., 1982
WORK & MILITARY
Retired FBI Agent, (30+ years)
Attorney - licensed in MD, MI, DC and admitted to U.S. Supreme Court
Police Officer - Baltimore County, MD
Actor - eligible for Screen Actors Guild/American Federation of Television and Radio Artists membership
AFFILIATIONS
FBI Agents Association, member, Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI
member, Fraternal Order of Police, associate member/member
Learning Ally Audio Books, editor/proofer
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
OTHER INFORMATION
Arthur Radford Baker Jr. completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024.
Interview with the candidate on Duck Pin from March 2024.
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?
Medical necessity
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?
Judicial branch should interpret laws regarding limitation on abortions. I will neither support nor oppose any legislation, on anything, without reading it and analyzing it for myself.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Restructure the IRS. A shift in attitude towards the idea that a persons income belongs to them, not the IRS. Federal dollars to States would have to be measured against goals. relating to the program for which $ were given. No new social programs.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
Why should anyone be made to pay for something that someone else freely chose, entered into an agreement to pay for, but then decided they really couldn't afford it?
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 only factor to be considered when investing public money (or any money) is the probable rate of return after factoring in appropriate risk versus reward ratios.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
It relates to the Establishment Clause and the Free Exercise Cause of the First Amendment. Essentially it means that the government cannot establish a religion, nor can it prohibit the practice of a religion.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
Private individuals and businesses should be allowed to follow their moral and religious beliefs in operating their businesses. The marketplace will determine if such merchants need to change their policies.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
All circumstances when public health authorities, backed by accepted science, determine that a failure to vaccinate will likely result in a public health crisis.
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. They have proven to be a good partner and friend in a part of the world were we need good partners and friends.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Lack of patriotism and incentives to join. Pay and benefits need to be increased. Recruitment should be allowed on all college and high school campuses. Any reduced or eliminated student loans should incur a military obligation.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
"Good Fences Make Good Neighbors"
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Any immigrant that meets the criteria of an immigration policy that protects the safety of U.S. citizens and does not exceed the surge capacity of U.S. resources should be considered for immigration consistent with any numbers or quotas that allow for responsible management and placement of new arrivals.
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.
Neutral
I fear what Maryland might do absent some federal involvement.
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
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 was baptized Lutheran and follow a belief in a greater being. I am tolerant of others views and welcome friendly academic discussion about the history and origins of the various world religions.
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.
Neutral
I am not sure if it requires "urgent" action, but it should be examined through the lens of science, with education and gradual changes if required. Conservation and ecology used to be taught in school. Perhaps bring that back in lieu of some of the new-age nonsense that is currently being taught.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Any energy source that the U.S. produces including traditional fossil fuels. Looking at emerging alternatives, I think solar has a better performance record and higher acceptance rate.
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?
Public safety and National defense.
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.
Strongly Disagree
I would support funds going the other way...redirected from wasteful, nonproductive community programs, and used to fund police departments including enhanced efforts at police recruiting.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Gun safety means different things to different people. Maryland has had some of the strictest gun controls in the U.S.A. It was difficult under Maryland law to get a conceal-carry permit even if you were retired from law enforcement. Did this make Marylanders any safer? ABSOLUTELY NOT! Maryland has tried to circumvent the U.S. Supreme Court decisions that struck down Maryland gun laws. Criminals don't care about gun restrictions, they love them and they love easy victims. Get tough on crime!
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