
Mary Jo Guinchard
Republican | New Jersey
Candidate Profile*
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Mary Jo Guinchard
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 5
Incumbent
No
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*
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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