Mary Jo Guinchard

Republican | New Jersey

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

Mary Jo Guinchard


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

General


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist. 5


Incumbent

No


Links

Mary Jo Guinchard websites FacebookXYouTubeInstagram

EDUCATION

Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Bachelor of Music, 1982

WORK & MILITARY

Candidate did not provide

AFFILIATIONS

Cantor at OLMC - Ridgewood ; Republican County Committee Member

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Mayor of Tuxedo Park, 2015-2017

Trustee of Tuxedo Park, 2013-2015

Orange County Planning Board Member, 2019-2020

Bergen County Committee Member, 2023-2024

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Bergen County Commissioner Candidate, 2023

ENDORSEMENTS*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
OTHER (2)

Bergen County Republican Organization

*Council on American Exceptionalism

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)

NJ Right to Life PAC and NJ Family Policy Center

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)

WinRed (2024)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)

OTHER INFORMATION

Mary Jo Guinchard discusses her views on abortion and the border in this article.

Mary Jo Guinchard's score from Gun Owner's of America.

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 the life of the 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?

This issue should be left to the States.


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

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

Freedom of religion. Government should not interfere with religious organizations and how they choose to practice their faith.

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.

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.

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 one of America's strongest allies.

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

Defunding. We must support our military. The woke agenda has also made a big impact on recruitment.


HEALTHCARE

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

Government should never require vaccinations . This decision should be up to a doctor and a patient .

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. Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options.


ECONOMY

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

We must work to hold our elected leaders accountable. I will work to: 1. Cut federal spending without jeopardizing the safety and security of our country, vets, seniors, 2. Become an energy independent nation and 3. Restore the full SALT deduction.

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?

No


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?

Any individual who wishes to become a U.S. citizen should go through the legal process.


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.

Agree


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 am pro 2A.


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?

I believe in limited government. The government's role in general is to maintain a strong military, to protect our citizens, our shores, and our borders. Ultimately abide by the Constitution.

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.

Choose not to answer

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 practicing Catholic and strongly believe in religious liberty.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

The Electoral College should be abolished.

Strongly Disagree


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.

Strongly Disagree

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

Natural gas.

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