

Theodore "Teddy" Liddell
Republican | New Jersey
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Theodore "Teddy" Liddell
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Republican Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 1
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
United States Military Academy, West Point, NY, B.S. - Individual Psychology, 1990
Columbia College, Columbia, MO, M.B.A., 2002
Saint Louis University School of Law, St. Louis, MO, J.D., 2006
WORK & MILITARY
U.S. Army, Captain, 6
Current attorney and owner of solo law practice., 8
AFFILIATIONS
Camden County Bar Association, Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
Member, West Point Society of New Jersey, Former Member
Division of Child Protection and Permanency, Former Volunteer Foster Parent, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Missouri
Former Volunteer Big Brother Mentor, South Jersey Legal Services Inc., Volunteer Bankruptcy Attorney
United States Military Academy - Directorate of Admissions, Former West Point Field Force Member (Volunteer Civilian Candidate Recruiter), Crossroads Worship Center Church (Sewell, NJ)
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
New Jersey Assembly - District 4, 2013
Camden County Commissioner (NJ), 2014
Camden County Commissioner (NJ), 2015
Gloucester Township Council (NJ), 2011
Gloucester Township Council (NJ), 2021
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Camden County GOP (NJ)
Burlington County GOP (NJ)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly 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.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Rape, Incest, and Life of Mother
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?
Yes.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
This concept ensures that the government cannot exercise any undue influence over the spiritual and religious lives of Americans. The freedom to practice our beliefs both in private and in public is essential.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
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.
A
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. Since the 1960s, the U.S. has been a supporter, ally, and friend of Israel and is a key partner in Middle East foreign policy.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Some causes include the risk of physical harm or death, physical and mental fitness to serve, time away from family, etc. Although there were sacrifices, I consider it an utmost honor to have served our country in the military.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Due to highly communicable diseases, all 50 states have legislation that requires specified vaccines for students.
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
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Secure our border, Reduce national debt, Support low/middle income families, Lower taxes/reform tax system, Seek fair trade policies, Improve healthcare coverage, Increase more affordable housing, Leverage national energy resources
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
Yes
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
People who access via the U.S. legal immigration system.
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.
Strongly Disagree
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 support the 2nd Amendment.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
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?
Secure the blessings of liberty, provide for a common defense, promote general welfare, establish justice, ensure domestic peace, religious freedom, protect our freedom to live, prosper, pursue individual happiness, and chase our dreams.
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.
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.
Strongly Agree
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 am a devout Christian who has accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Neutral
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
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Natural gas, renewable sources, coal and nuclear energy.
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