Austin Theriault

Republican | Maine

Candidate Profile*

Leans Conservative

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Austin Theriault


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

General


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist. 2


Incumbent

No


Links

Austin Theriault websites FacebookXInstagram

EDUCATION

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WORK & MILITARY

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AFFILIATIONS

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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

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Race

ENDORSEMENTS*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (23)

National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF

*Citizens United Political Victory Fund

Donald Trump

Mike Johnson

Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC PAC)

OTHER (5)

*Log Cabin Republicans PAC

Rick Mason

Elise Stefanik

*Council on American Exceptionalism

Jack Ducharme

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)

Congressional Leadership Fund (2024)


OTHER INFORMATION

Key Votes from Vote Smart.

Theriault voted with all Maine state house Democrats for LD 1435 (2023), a bill decriminalizing prostitution. Vote to pass a bill that authorizes new legal protections for sex workers.

     Highlights:

  • Repeals the crime of engaging in prostitution and authorizes legal defenses for both parties including both consenting to the act prior to transaction and the defendant's public solicitation efforts (Sec. 4-7).
  • Specifies that this bill shall take effect following passage and approval by the governor (Sec. 20). (Project Vote Smart)

Theriault voted for LD 942 (2023), a bill adding a 3rd gender option on state forms. "An Act to Ensure the Collection of Complete Information by Adding a 3rd Option for Gender on State Forms" (LD 942 Summary)

Theriault voted against LD 902 (2023), a bill repealing Maine’s expansion of Medicaid under Obamacare.  "An Act to Repeal So-called MaineCare Expansion" (LD 902 Summary)

Theriault voted against LD 835 (2023), a bill to gradually repeal Maine’s income tax. "An Act to Phase Out the Income Tax" (LD 835 Summary)

Theriault voted for LD 945 (2023), a bill expanding eligibility for the TANF welfare program. "An Act to Allow Maine Families to Increase Their Savings by Removing Asset Limits for Eligibility for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program" (LD 945 Summary)

Candidate earned a 92% Vote Rating from the NRA.

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

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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.

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Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

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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?

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ECONOMY

What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?

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Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.

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Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?

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RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

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Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

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HEALTHCARE

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

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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.

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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.

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The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.

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Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?

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What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?

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IMMIGRATION

The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.

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Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

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EDUCATION

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

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I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

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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.

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Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.

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Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.

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Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

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ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

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The Electoral College should be abolished.

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EQUALITY

I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.

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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.

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ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.

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What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?

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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?

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What do you think is the general purpose of government?

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Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.

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JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY

The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.

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2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

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