Christina Allard
Republican | South Carolina
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Christina Allard
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Republican Primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 35
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
University of Maryland, College Park, B.A., 2014
South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, J.D., 2020
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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Race
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I am pro life, but I do believe that there should be exceptions built in to any abortion-related legislation. I do not believe that abortion should be used as a form of birth control, and instead would advocate for increased sex education.
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
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Neutral
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.
Agree
What is your position on the minimum wage?
I believe the minimum wage is fair and should not be increased at this time.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
Choose not to answer
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
The government should not close churches because religious freedom is enumerated in the Constitution of the United States.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
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.
B
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I don't believe the government should require vaccinations. If they do, there should be exceptions. All vaccine decisions should be made with a patient by a medical professional and not by the government.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
The United States' relationship wit Israel is important because of shared strategic interests and cooperation in areas like security, intelligence, and technology. Israel serves as a stabilizing force in the Middle East, enhancing US regional security objectives.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Securing the southern border is crucial to stop illegal immigration, prevent human trafficking, and halt drug smuggling. As a prosecutor, I have first-hand involvement in prosecuting large-scale drug trafficking cases with ties to Mexican drug cartels right here in South Carolina. I have seen the urgent need for robust border security to safeguard our communities and uphold the rule of law.
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
I support school choice because it empowers families to access quality education tailored to their children's needs, which in turn fosters innovation and competition among schools. School choice ultimately improves educational outcomes for all students.
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.
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.
Neutral
As a Christian, I believe in traditional marriage between a man and woman based on biblical principles. However, I recognize legal marriage as a civil institution separate from religious sacraments. As a Christian, I respect diverse beliefs while upholding the sanctity of traditional marriage in my faith community.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a proud Christian woman. I was raised in the Catholic Church.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Neutral
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, I believe racism is a societal issue, not a national security threat.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
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.
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.
A & B
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Coal and oil
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?
The role of government is to uphold individual liberty, protect national security, enforce laws fairly, and provide essential services such as infrastructure, while at the same time minimizing interference in the economy to foster innovation and prosperity.
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
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?
I believe gun safety should be encouraged and that classes should be made available to foster safe gun ownership.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Choose not to answer
