
Sherry Lynn Womack
Republican | North Carolina
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Sherry Lynn Womack
Party
Republican
Election Year
2026
Election
Republican Primary - Federal, Statewide, State, Judicial, School Board
Race
State Rep., District 51
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
University of Nebraska, Omaha, Masters in PA Studies Program, 1996-1997
WORK & MILITARY
Army, LTC, 1981-2024
AFFILIATIONS
SAPA, President
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Lee County Board of Education, 2016-2026
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
North Carolina House of Representatives District 51
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (5)
Lee Haywood (2021)
Republican Womens Organizations (2021)
State Republican Party Organizations (2021)
Richard Hudson (2020)
Michael Stone (2010)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
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
Taxpayer funds should not be used to support abortion providers. Public dollars should be directed toward comprehensive women’s health care, prenatal care, and family support services that respect life and reflect the values of many North Carolinians, without entangling taxpayers in funding abortion-related activities.
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I believe elective abortion should be limited and rare, with allowances only in exceptional circumstances, such as when the life of the mother is at serious risk. Public policy should prioritize protecting life, supporting mothers, and providing resources that encourage alternatives, including adoption, prenatal care, and family support.
Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.
Strongly Agree
Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death. Our laws should reflect the value of every human life while also ensuring compassion, care, and support for mothers, families, and those facing difficult circumstances.
The lives of human embryos created through artificial methods ought to be protected from purposeful destruction.
Strongly Agree
I agree. Human embryos, regardless of how they are created, represent human life and should be treated with dignity and protected from purposeful destruction. Ethical standards and respect for life should guide policies involving artificial reproductive technologies.
The Comstock Act, which bans interstate transportation of abortion-inducing drugs, should be enforced.
Agree
The Comstock Act protects human life by banning interstate transport of abortion-inducing drugs. Enforcing laws that safeguard life is an important part of responsible governance and ensures that legal protections for the unborn are respected consistently.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
To me, separation of church and state means that government should not establish or favor any religion, while also respecting citizens’ rights to freely practice their faith. It ensures both religious freedom and that public policy is fair and neutral for all people.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
I disagree. Individuals and businesses should not be forced to act against their sincerely held moral or religious beliefs. Protecting freedom of conscience is essential while still ensuring fair access to goods and services for all citizens.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
I strongly agree. The Chinese Communist Party poses significant threats to U.S. national security, including military, cyber, economic, and intellectual property challenges. We must remain vigilant, strengthen our defenses, and protect American innovation, jobs, and interests globally.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
I strongly agree. The United States’ relationship with Israel is vital for regional stability, shared security interests, and the protection of democratic values. Supporting Israel strengthens strategic alliances, promotes peace, and advances mutual economic and defense cooperation.
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.
Selected option: C – Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. I support maintaining Medicaid and Medicare to protect vulnerable citizens and seniors. Beyond that, I believe healthcare decisions are best left to individuals, families, and the private sector, promoting personal responsibility and encouraging innovation and quality care.
The government should keep a database of people with various ongoing medical illnesses to assess the economic burden of treatment.
Strongly Disagree
I disagree. Maintaining a government database of individuals’ medical conditions risks privacy and personal freedom. While understanding healthcare costs is important, data should be collected in ways that protect patient confidentiality and respect individual rights.
ECONOMY
What is your position on the minimum wage?
I believe wages should be fair, but government-mandated increases can hurt small businesses and jobs. I support economic opportunity and workforce development while allowing employers and employees flexibility to set compensation.
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
I strongly agree. Free enterprise and private property rights are the foundation of a productive economy. Protecting these principles encourages innovation, investment, and opportunity, allowing individuals and families to thrive while contributing to a prosperous society.
List your top 3-5 priorities to eliminate government waste.
My top priorities to eliminate government waste are: 1) Streamline state agencies and programs to reduce duplication; 2) Ensure taxpayer dollars are used efficiently with regular audits and transparency; 3) Prevent fraud, abuse, and corruption; 4) Promote accountability and performance-based budgeting; 5) Cut unnecessary regulations that burden businesses and families.
IMMIGRATION
I support the existence of sanctuary cities to protect undocumented persons.
Strongly Disagree
I disagree. I do not support sanctuary cities. Local governments should enforce federal immigration laws to protect public safety and uphold the rule of law, while ensuring that all residents are treated fairly and lawfully.
EDUCATION
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
I strongly agree. Education decisions are best made at the state and local level, closest to students, parents, and communities. Reducing federal control empowers schools to meet local needs, promotes accountability, and encourages innovation in education.
Foreign governments should be prohibited from funding American education.
Strongly Agree
I strongly agree. American education should remain independent and free from foreign influence. Prohibiting funding from foreign governments protects academic integrity, national security, and ensures that curricula reflect U.S. values and priorities.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
What should be the goal of the criminal justice system?
The goal of the criminal justice system should be to protect public safety, uphold the rule of law, hold offenders accountable, and provide opportunities for rehabilitation. It must balance justice for victims with fair treatment for offenders while promoting law-abiding communities.
Government has a responsibility to protect children from sexual exploitation during online activities.
Strongly Agree
I strongly agree. The government must protect children from sexual exploitation online. Safeguarding minors from predators, harmful content, and exploitation is a core responsibility while also educating families and enforcing laws effectively.
Sharia law should not be accepted or incorporated in any form within the legal framework of the United States.
Strongly Agree
I strongly agree. Sharia law should not be incorporated into U.S. law. Our legal system must remain based on the Constitution, protecting individual rights, freedom, and equality under the law for all citizens.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
I believe public safety can be protected by enforcing existing laws, conducting thorough background checks, and preventing firearms access for convicted violent criminals and the dangerously mentally ill. Law-abiding citizens should retain their Second Amendment rights.
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
I am a strong Christian conservative. My values guide me to protect life, family, faith, personal liberty, economic freedom, and national security, while supporting limited government and local control.
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No. I have never been penalized for sexual misconduct in civil or criminal court.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No. I have never been convicted of a felony.
VALUES
Government should recognize and support the fundamental right and essential duty of parents to direct their child's health and educational well-being.
Strongly Agree
I strongly agree. Parents have both a fundamental right and a primary responsibility to guide their children’s health, education, and overall well-being. Government should support families, not replace them, and ensure parents have the resources and authority to make decisions for their children.
Attempts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex constitute child abuse.
Strongly Agree
I strongly agree. Efforts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex can cause lifelong harm. Parents, medical professionals, and policymakers should prioritize the child’s health, safety, and well-being while protecting minors from experimental or irreversible interventions.
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
I strongly agree. Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred, and legal union between one man and one woman. Government should respect this definition and uphold the traditional understanding of marriage while protecting religious freedom and the rights of all citizens.
I support the expansion of gambling in my state.
Strongly Disagree
I disagree. Expanding gambling often harms families, encourages addiction, and can increase social costs. State policy should prioritize responsible entertainment, economic growth through legitimate business, and protecting families and communities from harmful practices.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a committed Christian. My faith guides my life, values, and decisions. I strive to live with integrity, serve others, protect life and family, and uphold moral and ethical principles rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Requiring photo identification helps protect the integrity of elections, prevents voter fraud, and ensures that each vote is legitimate. Safeguards like this strengthen public confidence in our democratic process while maintaining access for eligible voters.
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Disagree
Government should focus on policies that create opportunity, education, and economic growth for all citizens, rather than providing payments based on race. Equality under the law and personal responsibility should guide public policy.
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
I strongly agree. Biological males should not compete in women’s sports or enter spaces designated for women. Protecting fairness in athletics and the safety, privacy, and dignity of women in bathrooms, shelters, and other spaces is essential.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Disagree
While environmental stewardship is important, current evidence and policy should focus on practical solutions, energy independence, and economic stability rather than urgent political mandates. Policies should be balanced, science-based, and not impose unnecessary burdens on families or businesses.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
I believe a reliable energy mix includes nuclear, natural gas, and renewable sources. Nuclear and natural gas provide consistent, high-output power, while renewables like solar and wind can supplement responsibly. This approach ensures energy securit
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