Rob Clifton
Republican | Georgia
Candidate Profile*
Conservative (Conditional)
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Rob Clifton
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary Runoff
Race
State Rep., Dist. 131
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Auburn University, Auburn, AL, Bachelors of science in building construction, 2011
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Columbia County Government Affairs Committee, Chair, Columbia County Board of Directors
Member, Columbia County Construction Advisory Board, Vice Chair
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
Race
Previous Races
OTHER INFORMATION
Rob Clifton on why he is running for public office.
QUESTIONNAIRE*
*Additional information was received after the evaluation was assigned and was not considered in the Panel Evaluations, therefore it is for additional educational purposes only.
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I believe life begins at conception. I believe all life is precious and should be protected. Therefore I do not believe abortions should be allowed under any circumstances.
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 Disagree
I do not believe abortions should be allowed
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What is your position on the minimum wage?
I believe increases in minimum wage drive up inflation
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
I do not believe government should be able to close churches under any circumstance.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
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.
We have to protect Medicare for those who are already on it or those who are approaching as they have not had time to make appropriate adjustments. That being said, I believe we need to look at Health Saving Accounts and other avenues for later in life healthcare for the generations to come.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I believe vaccinations should be the sole choice of the parents and should not be mandated by government. Parent should have the right to 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?
I believe we should protect Israel for a number of reasons. As a Christian, I believe we are called to protect Israel and they are one of our only strategic Allies in the Middle East.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
I believe Joe Biden has failed the American people by allowing open boarders. I believe we need to build the wall and secure our border immediately and expeditiously.
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.
Strongly Agree
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
As a father, I believe we should protect our children's adolescence
Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly Agree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian and I believe Christ died for all our sins. I believe Christ loves all people and calls everyone to follow Him.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
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
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Open Borders and unlimited federal spending is the greatest security threat to the United States
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
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.
I believe stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy and stricter environmental laws undermine the U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
I believe that having a variety of ways to produce energy puts us in the strongest position.
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?
To provide for nation defense, to provide one source of currency, and to hold elections that citizens believe are accurate and secure.
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
We need to support our law enforcement.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
I believe that gun free zones are targets for people that want to harm others. I believe that with proper training, we should have sufficient authorized school personnel to protect our children.
