Justin L. Gross

Democrat | Tennessee

Candidate Profile

Leans Liberal

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Justin L. Gross


Party

Democrat


Election Year

2024


Election

General


Race

State Rep., Dist. 11


Incumbent

No


Links

Justin L. Gross websites
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EDUCATION

Fortis Institute, Nashville, Surgical Technology, 2007

WORK & MILITARY

Candidate did not provide

AFFILIATIONS

Feed my sheep, Volunteer

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Candidate did not provide

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Candidate did not provide

ENDORSEMENTS

LIBERAL (2)

Tennessee Advocates for Planned Parenthood

Harvesting Democracy PAC

OTHER INFORMATION

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

It should be left up to women. It's there choice.

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).

Disagree

I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.

Neutral


ECONOMY

Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.

Agree

What is your position on the minimum wage?

Has to be raised. With how expensive housing and essential items are it needs to be raised to $20 an hour!!

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?

If it's a cult and harms individuals

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

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.

B

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

For healthcare reasons I see but I do believe it is a personal choice.


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?

Yes. They are a alli with us. But what is going on now is unacceptable and needs an immediate cease fire!


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 Disagree

Voucher programs harm public schools


VALUES

Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.

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.

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 Disagree

In the context of our nation's commitment to individual liberty, it is imperative that we uphold the right of individuals to marry the person they love, regardless of their sexual orientation.

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I am a Christian. I follow God's words. Love one another. There is no exception.


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.

Neutral

I think we need to look at the electoral college. I feel it doesn't work like it was meant too.


EQUALITY

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

Yes! Racism is a threat here in the U.S. re have to protect our minority groups.

I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.

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.

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.

D!!

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

Solor and wind.


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?

A government for the people by the people. Our government has been so focused on corporations that it has neglected the people for way to long.

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?

Lean Liberal


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.

Neutral


2ND AMENDMENT

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

Restrictions on military style weapons need to be banned. We need safer gun laws top.

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

No

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