
Dean Martin
Republican | Oklahoma
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Dean Martin
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
State Senator, Dist. 35
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, BS, 1976
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Crossroads Church, Founder/Deacon, Eden Village of Tulsa
Board Member, Amahoro Children’s Initiative, Founder/Board member
Martin Pressure Systems International, LLC, Founder
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Tulsa County Clerk, 2012
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (3)
John M O’Connor, Fmr. Attorney General
John Doak, Former Insurance Commissioner
Okla. US Senator Markwayne Mullin
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (7)
Brad Banks (2022)
John Cox (OK) (2022)
Dave Rader (2020)
WinRed (2020)
Danny Stockstill (2017)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Cheryl Baber (2024)
Lonnie Sims (2024)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Rape, incest or if the Mother’s life is in jeopardy.
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
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Churches are vital to a healthy society. They should remain open at all times. Especially during times of societal stress.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
NATIONAL SECURITY
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?
Absolutely. From a biblical perspective, Those that support Israel have the favor of God, from a strategic perspective, Israel is the only democracy in this geopolitically important region. US support for Israel provides a political buffer in this important and volatile region.
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.
C. Medicare and Medicaid should remain available, but no other taxpayer funded programs are necessary.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
I support efforts to ensure people have access to accurate information and the opportunity to voluntarily choose vaccination, but without mandates infringing on my personal liberty
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What is your position on the minimum wage?
I believe that the best way to raise wages is through a strong economy, not government mandates. Increasing the minimum wage can hurt small businesses and lead to fewer jobs, especially for entry-level workers.
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
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
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
With the exception of automatic weapons, I believe there should be no restrictions on weapons ownership.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
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?
Provide for National defense, provide a safe and secure National currency.
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
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.
Strongly Agree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
The greatest commandment is to Love God with all your heart, mind and soul, and love your neighbor as yourself. I ask Jesus every day to help me follow the words above.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Through my lifetime I have seen racism. Mainly as a child growing up under Southern US influences. I have also seen amazing growth towards a society that sees people as people, and treats everyone equally. We aren’t totally where we want to be, but progress has been steadily improving.
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
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) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Natural gas, Nuclear
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