Priscilla Gonzalez

Democrat | Louisiana

Candidate Profile

Liberal

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Priscilla Gonzalez


Party

Democrat


Election Year

2024


Election

General


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist. 3


Incumbent

No


Links

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EDUCATION

Fort Hays State University, Fort Hays, Bachelors

WORK & MILITARY

Candidate did not provide

AFFILIATIONS

Raices Immigration, Volunteer, Clean up Corpus Christi

Organizer, Homeless Helping Homeless, volunteer

Special Hearts in the Arts, volunteer

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Candidate did not provide

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Mayor, 2020

ENDORSEMENTS

LIBERAL (1)

Center for Freethought Equality

OTHER (1)

Dolores Huerta Action Fund.

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)

The Dolores Huerta Foundation

Committee to Protect Healthcare

OTHER INFORMATION

Priscilla Gonzalez completed the 2024 Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.

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 Disagree

I am pro-choice; every woman should have the right to reproductive healthcare

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 Disagree

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

No circumstance should ever prevent a female from obtaining an 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?

Absolutely not. I support allowing all woman the freedom to make their own decisions


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

It means freedom.

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

Strongly Agree


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.

B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny.

The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.

Neutral

Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?

Yes, the United States' connection with Israel is significant due to common strategic, political, and economic objectives. Israel is an important ally in the Middle East, offering stability and intelligence in a turbulent region. The United States benefits from military cooperation and technical progress. Furthermore, both countries share democratic values, resulting in a good diplomatic relationship.

What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?

Multiple factors contribute to the decline in US military recruitment and retention, including a strong job market with higher-paying civilian options, shifting societal attitudes toward military service, concerns about mental health and long deployments, and a shrinking pool of eligible candidates due to health, education, and legal barriers. Furthermore, the idea of rising geopolitical threats and military engagements may discourage potential recruitment.


HEALTHCARE

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

At all times

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.

A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.)


ECONOMY

What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?

Tax reforms, financial literacy, job creation, and reducing living costs are key. Incentives for savings, supporting entrepreneurship, and strengthening social safety nets can also protect and build wealth.

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?

Yes


IMMIGRATION

The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.

Disagree

Border crossings are down by 40%. Biden also negotiated with the president of Mexico to invest 2.5 billion dollars in smart technology to help curb immigration. Plus, Biden negotiated a deal with AMLO to start a mass deportation of people trying to enter this country through Mexico.

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

With the exception of terrorists and dangerous convicted criminals, everyone should have the right to immigrate.


EDUCATION

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

Strongly Disagree

School choice is only to benefit the wealthy and harms our children of lower income.

I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

Strongly Disagree

Absolutely NOT


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.

Strongly Agree


2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

Universal background checks and common-sense gun reform .


JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY

The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.

Strongly Agree


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?

Moderate

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

The general objective of government is to maintain order, preserve citizens' rights and liberties, and assure societal well-being. It delivers critical services, enforces laws, and ensures security while balancing individual liberty and the greater good. Governments support economic stability, maintain justice, and establish a framework for conflict resolution.

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.

Yes, I was convicted of a DUI in 2009. I used to have a substance abuse problem because I did not have the mechanisms to help manage my anxiety of being sexually assaulted as a child by the grandsons of the church my family used to attend. I now live a healthy and productive life and only drink socially once in a while.


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.

Strongly Disagree

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 Agree

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I am agnostic and believe everyone should have equal rights and have freedom from religion.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Agree

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.

Strongly Agree

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 Disagree


ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.

Strongly Agree

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

Renewable energy, particularly solar and wind, is the most dependable long-term means of fulfilling rising electricity demand. Together with advances in energy storage and system modernization, they provide sustainable, scalable, and environmentally

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