
Gene Valentino
Republican | Florida
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Gene Valentino
Party
Republican
Election Year
2025
Election
Special Primary
Race
U.S. House, Dist. 1
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
University of Connecticut, Storrs, BS, 1975
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Pensacola State College, Pensacola, Florida, Adjunct Professor, School of Business, Church of Christ, Winsted, CT
Trustee, Escambia Search & Rescue Dive Team, Commander
Escambia Republican Executive Committee, Member, ABATE of Florida, Motorcycle Association
Lifetime Member, AOPA, Lifetime Member
Sons of Italy Fraternal Organization, Region Founder
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
County Commissioner, Escambia County, Florida, 2006-2014
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
City Treasurer/Comptroller, City of Torrington, Connecticut, 1985
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
Tom Homan
OTHER (1)
Chris Jones
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Commissioner Steven Stroberger, Escambia County Florida
Lt. Col. USMC (Ret) David Glassman
Jeff Galvin, CEO, AGT
Diane Faro, CEO, JetPay
US Navy (Ret) Michael Bearden
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (12)
William "Bill" Moher (2023)
Douglas Broxson (2022)
Jon Gregory Litton (2021)
Michelle Lynn Salzman (2020)
Make America Great Again Again (2019)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Nikki Fried (2018)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Amalgamated Transit Union (2014)
OTHER INFORMATION
Candidate's podcast: GrassRoots TruthCast. "GrassRoots TruthCast supports freedom, liberty, and the actions necessary to protect this longest-lasting Constitutional Republic."
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 Agree
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
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Under the strict and private assessment between the responsible medical doctor, with his/her patient for the sole purpose of saving the mother's life.
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?
Yes. Additionally, per 'Dobbs' the federal government should not be in the position of regulating abortion. I support Donald Trump's approach to allowing the states to determine and define the role of oversight and restriction of abortion at the state level. However, I do not support abortion and the allowance thereof at any level.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
"Wall of Separation" is a fiction of the 20th century. Our founders believed in Freedom of Religion but not Freedom FROM Religion that Progressives pushed on us the last eight decades. No doubt, the founders believed Church office and the office of State should remain separate and distinct, but they valued a vibrant public life where the Christian religion influences our principles and stances on the issues.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Freedom of Association is one of the bedrocks of our country. This includes who we choose to associate and NOT associate with on matters of principle.
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.
While it is true the United States has historically been there to help struggling nations of the world, it is also true that these many nations of the world have taken advantage of our benevolence. The answer is "C". AMERICA FIRST.
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. Very important. Israel has stood by America even these last 4 years, when they had every reason not to under the dysfunction of the Biden Administration. Israel's "Iron Dome" technology is now needed in the USA. Israel represents Democratic principles, and is the gateway to Asia. Strategic alliances were underway in Trump's first administration (ie. Abraham Accords). While terrorism and extremism attempts to invade America, Israel has effectively quashed the same with America's help.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
LACK OF VETERAN RESPECT. DEMORALISATION. DEI and WOKE ideologies. Biden 'deep state' ideologies. The veteran is the very person necessary to facilitate recruitment. A plan to care for veterans and to facilitate and inspire them to inspire candidates to enlist is essential.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
NONE
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.
Government has a role in 'helping' those that cannot help themselves. BUT government's role should be limited to incentives and motivations to gentrify the needy back into the mainstream of society. My answer is "C". It is a baseline supplement.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Absent government transparency, the abolishment of the IRS as we know it today is the action, AND the elimination of the income tax as defined in my platform. Supply-side economics and business incentives drives prosperity to a greater degree.
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?
No
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Anyone who LEGALLY qualifies. A LEGAL and universal immigration policy is essential. Go to www.GeneValentino.com . There you'll find the Gene's "2nd Bill of Rights" tab. Gene proposes 11 additional amendments to the constitution. Two of them address citizenship and immigration.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
The Constitution doesn't delegate education as a power, duty, or obligation of the Federal Government. We should honor the Tenth Amendment and the wisdom behind it by keeping this power in the hands of the states and their people.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
NONE. The 2nd Amendment itself is the absolute extent of law, defining gun ownership. No other law at any level needs to exist
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
...To the contrary, my proposed "2nd Bill of Rights" proposes a Constitutional Amendment that LIMITS the number of justices to NINE, the current number.
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?
Very Conservative
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To facilitate, moderate, and protect the citizens, and the border ... NOT regulate, limit or control the liberties and freedoms in the U.S. Constitution.
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
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 Agree
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 Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Christian.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly 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
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Strongly Disagree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
As other technologies continue to improve and become formidable, OIL & NATURAL GAS REMAIN the most reliable energy source for the growing demand for electricity.
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