Kim Swearingen
Republican | Colorado
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Kim Swearingen
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 46
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Colorado State University-Pueblo, Pueblo, Bachelor of Science Music/Civil Engineering Technology, 2004
Colorado State University-Pueblo, Pueblo, Masters of Business Administration, 2010
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil Engineers, Colorado Section President, Multiple Sclerosis Society, Colorado/Wyoming Chaptet
Board Trustee, BikeMS Team Captain/SAG volunteer, WalkMS Pueblo Steering Committee/Route Coordinator/Team Captain, American General Contractors Association, Member
Central Christian Church of Pueblo, Worship Team Lead, Worship Leader
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Pueblo West Metropolitan District Board of Directors, 3
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Colorado Congressional District 3, 0
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Rape, Danger to child or mother.
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
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
It is not the place of government to provide healthcare in any form.
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Did not answer
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Did not answer
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
A business should have the right to refuse service to anyone they so choose.
NATIONAL SECURITY
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, Israel is important because many people in the US find this an area of interest.
HEALTHCARE
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
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Schools have been requiring vaccines for decades. This is still appropriate. It is never appropriate for a government, or a business to make healthcare decisions for a competent adult over 18 years of age.
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Did not answer
What is your position on the minimum wage?
Did not answer
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
Yes
Government monies should only be invested via voter approval.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Close the border
EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
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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. It is already illegal to kill someone and criminals don’t follow laws…
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Did not answer
ABOUT YOU
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.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Federal-upholding and being the custodian of the constitution, providing of the nations protection. State-Custodian of civil programs of the state, ie roads, environment, social programs. Local-Administration of civil programs. This is where the rubber meets the roads and where government actually affects people. Water/wastewater treatment plants, fire/ police protection, road maintenance, health programs, etc.
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?
Lean Conservative
I am fiscally conservative that believes in the constitution and personal freedom. In all things. You have rights and I intend on protecting them. With rights come responsibilities. You must remain responsible in living that free life. I believe in protecting our vulnerable populations, such as our children, elderly, and disabled. That is not always the job of the government, we have a vast non-profit network that must be supported to take care of people.
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Did not answer
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian but I’m an American that believes in freedom of choice following the idea of free will. I am not anyone’s judge. It is my Christian duty to live a life of purpose, to help my fellow man within my means, to share my gifts and talents, and to love as I am able.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
We need to prevent voter fraud. Any person with a government issued photo if should be a registered voter. I don’t see how this is a barrier to voting. The other side hasn’t proved that to me.
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
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EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Did not answer
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
As a woman, I find this practice troubling.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
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.
Did not answer
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear. But, all (biofuels, wind, solar, fossil fuels, hydrogen, carbon capture,) methods should be a part of a diverse energy portfolio to allow the US to be energy independent.
