
Mel Ram
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Mel Ram
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Senator
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
UW, Seattle, Biochemistry
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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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).
Disagree
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
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Only the people of the United States can dictate government stance on abortion.
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?
Public servants. Must comply with will of nation.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
We must review the tax code.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Neutral
Please see "The "smart" lie." by 2youtext1 on you tube. Government institutions are forbidden from engaging in deceit and predatory practices.
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
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
We the people. The US is a democratic country. Personal religious beliefs of individual politicians should not control policy.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Agree
Individuals have rights. Forgive me, but I do not believe it's healthy to bundle individuals and business in the same category. Business deals with the general public and cannot own other people's rights.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
This requires a lot of scientific knowledge and research for determination. Covid set off the alarms. This is not a question for personal beliefs speculation.
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
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 Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Neutral
Such threats are universal. Friends today may be foes tomorrow. The US must keep vigilant on topic on all fronts.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Our relationship with the entire planet is important.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
The government.
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?
Give us your poor, your tired, etc. just not your criminals. Access should be inclusive on all race and socioeconomic levels. (It is obviously pragmatic for us to import intellectual talent.)
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
No. It is easier for the nation to notice and monitor federal decisions. It is harder to manage 50 overlords making decisions on personal whims. It opens the door to state level nepotism and corruption.
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.
Neutral
The state must serve if it cannot lead. 300 million Americans only, can dictate government policies on some topics.
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Children are impressionable identity seekers.
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Neutral
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Complex topics. I do not wish to coerce my own spiritual beliefs and values on the American people. I am willing to teach and learn.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Agree
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Neutral
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
No sports. Original physiology comes to bear.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Agree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Solar.
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?
Choose not to answer
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To serve and manage complex societies and social problems.
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.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Agree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Disagree
I am not against community programs but do not redirect funds from the police department.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Mental health.
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