Julie Maday

Agree

In an ideal world, I do believe it is morally justified for schools to provide students with resources to help handle a student's crisis pregnancy and prepare them for becoming a parent. However, this can quickly become a slippery slope if the school begins to push an agenda or intervene with the student's personal beliefs. In fact, the balance between providing resources aimed at successfully preparing to deliver a child and pushing an agenda on a vulnerable new parent is more blurred now than it ever has been. Thus, in practicality, I am fully supportive of the rights of individual parents and continue to advocate for less public involvement in personal and family matters, such as a pregnancy.

Strongly Disagree

Nowhere in the United States Constitution does it state that a role of the government is to provide everyone with a livable income. Thus, I strongly dissent to this statement. Moreover, the United States is a capitalist society that emphasizes the importance of individual freedoms over the collective state. It is the responsibility of the individual to provide for themselves, not the taxpayer-funded government.

Neutral

The first amendment of the U.S. Constitution provides for the freedom of religious expression but also ensures the separation of church and state. However, the Ten Commandments is not only a religious document but also serves as one of the guiding of principles of the founding of our country. And, thus, each municipality and its constituents should have the latitude to decided whether or not they choose to have it displayed in their respective public spaces.

Strongly Agree

The first amendment of the United States Constitution explicitly grants this right to all citizens of the United States of America. I will strictly uphold any values explicitly stated in the Constitution, especially those detailed in the Bill of Rights, our most fundamental freedoms.

Neutral

The United States' relationship with Israel is extremely important, as Israel is our only ally in the most volatile region of the world. However, this subject is not germane to the role of the Board of Trustees at Michigan State University.

Strongly Agree

The United States' mantra from day one has always been peace through strength. In today's perpetually volatile world, it is critical that we return to this philosophy to maintain our position as leader of the free world.

Strongly Agree

The Department of Education is yet another example of federal government overreach that has gone awry. Any power not specifically delegated to the federal government should be that of the states, as is explicitly communicated in the Constitution. This includes education.

Disagree

I support taxpayer funding of K–12 education because every child deserves access to a quality basic education, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances.However, I do not believe taxpayers should be responsible for funding college education.Higher education is a personal choice.Instead, colleges should have greater responsibility for controlling costs. Public resources should be focused on ensuring a strong K–12 education while keeping higher education affordable.

Strongly Disagree

Abortion and gender-affirming providers never have a place in K-12 schools. Any such conversation belongs exclusively to students and their families, not third parties. Any attempt to subvert this idea is a direct attack on parental rights. Furthermore, no taxpayer dollars should ever be distributed to such organizations at any level of education, including college.

This subject is not germane to the role of the Board of Trustees at Michigan State University as our student enrollment is post-secondary education.

Equality of opportunity is one of the principles that has made our country great. America succeeds when every individual has the opportunity to work hard, pursue their goals, and build a better future based on their own abilities and choices. We should value merit-based outcomes, where achievement is recognized and rewarded, while also respecting individual responsibility. Everyone deserves a fair opportunity to succeed, but we should not guarantee equal outcomes.

Strongly Agree

A child's mind is not developed enough to understand the complexity of the world in which we currently live. Children are our most impressionable- and thus, most vulnerable members of society. It is our collective duty to protect the most vulnerable, especially children.

Neutral

Traditional marriage and resulting families are absolutely the foundation of civilization and are critical to the prosperity of our society. Humans are by nature emotional beings, and strong family foundation is the first building block of success. That said, I do believe that individuals should have the ability to be with whomever they choose.

Strongly Agree

Parents know their children best and should have the primary role in making decisions regarding their education, health, values, and development. Government and schools should support parents, not replace them. Parents should have the ability to make informed choices based on what they believe is best for their children. Protecting parental rights is essential to preserving both the well being of children and the fundamental role of parents in raising and educating the next generation.

I am a proud Christian. However, this subject is not germane to the role of the Board of Trustees at Michigan State University.

This subject is not germane to the role of the Board of Trustees at Michigan State University as our student enrollment is post-secondary education.

Strongly Disagree

The Constitution explicitly states, in multiple sections, that only United States citizens are guaranteed the right to vote. Proper photo identification is the best way to ensure the integrity of our elections and should be required at every polling station throughout the country.

Strongly Agree

Males and females are biologically different, period. Allowing biological males to compete in women's sports would effectively end the female sporting category, as biological women would be placed at a massive disadvantage. In other women's spaces, these differences present a serious safety concern for females, who are biologically more vulnerable to physical harm.

No

No

Conservative

Gun laws are determined by the Michigan Legislature and the federal government, not the MSU Board of Trustees. From a broader standpoint, I support background checks for firearm purchases and believe existing laws should be enforced. I do not support gun free zones, because they can leave law abiding citizens defenseless. In my view, the best way to stop a dangerous person with a gun is to ensure responsible, law abiding people are able to protect themselves.