Dennis M. Simpson Jr.
Libertarian | Florida
Candidate Profile
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BIOGRAPHY
Name
Dennis M. Simpson Jr.
Party
Libertarian
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist 27
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Delaware Tech, Stanton, NA
WORK & MILITARY
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QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Abortion is a disgusting topic that will never have a humain end result. I do not wish to be in that situation, and if somehow I were in this situation I would not wish laws and penalties to be a factor into such a difficult and personal decision.
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
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.
Strongly Agree
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?
The best stimulus package would be to abolish the income tax
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
People have the right to peaceful assembly
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.
Abolish any and all government programs. Universities with medical ties can have students,with trained professional medical oversight could provide basic necessities to full surgical procedures.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None. Anyone with concerns of contagion can volunteer to have a vaccination which used to mean, you could no longer catch that illness. Your fears do not necessitate a need to impose treatments on others.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes, but that does not mean tax payers should be paying for their security or foreign aid.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
We need to overhaul our immigration policy! The current state is completely inhumane and not only enabled cartels, but makes them rich trafficng humans and drugs across our border. We have a trillion dollar a year military budget while being at war for the past two decades, yet people flood our border unchecked daily.
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.
Neutral
I agree with the above statement IF the state is to provide the funding. If a family decides to home school, they should be exempt from paying those taxes. I would hope to see taxes cut and people form micro schools throughout their communities reflecting the needs and values the parents see best. The experiment of one size fits all factory style schooling through the Department of Education is a huge failure
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Neutral
Children are definitely our most vulnerable and in need of protection! This is a tricky subject in so many ways. I wonder my own reaction if one of my children came to me with these concerns. I can not predict the feelings and thoughts of my children and how it would direct me to act. I do know I don't want government to force my decision on how I can best help my loved ones.
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 Disagree
How can it be simultaneously "God ordained" and a government legal union if there is to be a separation of church and state?
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Did not answer
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
In third world nations, after America directed regime changes and "installed democracy" elections are help and the voters thumb is dyed purple to prevent a second vote attempt. Remove mail in ballots and make election day a holiday encouraging participation throughout the community.
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Neutral
States should use the 10th amendment to regain individual state power to promote local government. Shrink federal government and allow states to be shaped by the people and beliefs of that region
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No. The divide and conquer approach has worked well into putting people against each other. It is in fact a class warfare of the institutions against the working class. A system designed to keep the poor at the bottom, while providing a second set of standards for the "ruling class".
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Disagree
The rich don't care what color you are. We are all low class tax slaves and consumers to them
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.
A and C
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
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?
To ensure the rights of the governed are being protected
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 Conservative
Libertarian where you know what is best for yourself. As long as you are not hurting anyone or infringing on their rights you are free to chase your dreams. Personally I believe strong core family values are best for children to grow and thrive in to be productive members of society
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Choose not to answer
This is a complex question, but I do believe in strong community values for a healthy environment, rather than people obeying out of threat of force. Raise them right and allow responsible freedom for individuals and police will not be as necessary to ensure public safety
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Violent criminals should not be permitted to own or possess guns.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
Teachers should be armed and if they choose to attend firearm trainings they can be compensated for the extra certification
