Michael Mathewson
Republican | Kansas
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Michael Mathewson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 58
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Athens State University, Athens, AL, BA History, 2000
Athens State University, Athens, AL, BS Political Science, 2000
WORK & MILITARY
US Army, Captain, 33+
AFFILIATIONS
Civil Air Patrol, Squadron Commander
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
None
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
KS House #58, 2006
SELECTED FINANCIAL SOURCE DOCUMENTS
Contributions and Expenditures for 2024 cycle
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I am looking at through the 15 week. Or when the life of the mother is endangered, or when the baby is considered non-violable.
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
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.
Neutral
I do need to see the proposed law. I do understand the reasons behind the intent. However, I do not want them to become the preverbal permanent answer to a short term problem.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
I do not see any circumstance for government to close churches.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Neutral
I struggle with this. A business is to serve its customers. If not where does a, violation, of morals and beliefs end. On the other hand, can a customer's request become so orneriest that it makes it impossible for the business to comply.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
I believe that China is at war with the United States.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Israel is our most important political and military ally in the Middle East.
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.
Since the age on 18, I have been covered by the VA medical coverage. Now I am under Medicare which I pay for through my Social Security. I do know that the government will and does ration medical care do to availability.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
When I was in the Army, I was never given an option based on deployment or rotation to an overseas posting, Some of these vaccinations were questionable. I feel that the real question is, were the vaccinations in question for only political reason
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?
It is a starting wage, It is not meant to be a "living wage."
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
A nation who does not secure it borders is not a nation.
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
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I will need to review every proposal.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
Only if they chose to and are trained with law enforcement..
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Disagree
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?
To provide for the collective good and to not impose on the individual.
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
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.
Agree
I agree; however, we as a people have expanded that definition.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a practicing Roman Catholic.
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
It is of the upmost importance that we have a secure election.
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College shows the brilliance of our Founding Fathers. With out the Electoral College, we in Kansas would not have a voice in the .Presidental election.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is a threat to domestic security. Not only does it spread discourse, it is very expensive in time and treasure.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
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. Society will lead the way, nit the government.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear.
