McKay L. Erickson

Republican | Wyoming

Candidate Profile

Leans Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

Name

McKay L. Erickson


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

Republican Primary


Race

State Rep., Dist. 21


Incumbent

No


Links

McKay L. Erickson websites
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EDUCATION

Utah State University, Logan, Social Studies Composite -Education, 1991

WORK & MILITARY

Lincoln County School District #2, Teacher/Coach, 29

AFFILIATIONS

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Variety

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Lincoln County Republican Committeeman, 2

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Wyoming House of Representatives - District 21, Current

Race

Previous Races

OTHER INFORMATION

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

Pro Life - No abortions except if the mothers life is in grave danger or pregnancy takes place out of rape or incest.

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.

Disagree


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?

Market should set wages

Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?

Yes


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

Under what circumstances can government close churches?

abuse of tax status, or practices endanger minors.

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Strongly Disagree


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 - While I believe that the government should not be involved in running health care, I do think Medicare should continue to operate on a basis of how much has been paid in over the years by the user. I also think there has to be a last option catch net for those elderly not able to provide their own. I believe Medicaid should be restricted severely and incentives given to businesses to provide quality plans for their own employees.

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

Prevention of diseases that are know to be major risks to others in public schools.


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?

This relationship is important because of the foreign policy in the Middle East. Israel must have support in order to hold off hostile Arab Nations that promote terrorism. Peace in the Middle East is dependent on our support.


IMMIGRATION

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

The United States should allow immigration through legal means only. Circumstances could include work, educational and political visas but enforcement of such should be top priority. Great measures should be taken to avoid an open border. Individuals who have come here illegally break United States law and should be dealt with appropriately.


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.

Agree


VALUES

Children have the right to be protected from sexually explicit materials in publicly funded libraries, including school libraries.

Strongly Agree

Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from harm, including from gender ideology 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.

My Christian beliefs define my purpose and values. I believe in living a Christlike life while still placing values in those who don't but practice lifestyles that harm other people.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Disagree

States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.

Disagree


EQUALITY

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

Yes, racism can threaten domestic security. All races should be protected and treated equal.

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.

C - Stricter environment laws do hurt the energy sector. Especially when fair market forces could and should be applied. Technology is advancing at a rapid pace to counter pollution and the United States should encourage this for all forms of energy development.

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

Natural Gas or Nuclear.


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?

Government should provide basic infrastructure services, law enforcement and protection of our borders and from our enemies.

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


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.

Strongly Disagree


2ND AMENDMENT

Please express your views on the 2nd Amendment.

The Second Amendment should be protected for law abiding citizens. Strict punishments for individuals who violate the proper use of firearms.


OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES

I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.

Strongly Disagree

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