Barbara J. Kahl

Agree

Agree

While I oppose abortion as the intentional ending of innocent life—whether for convenience or elective reasons—Christian teaching upholds the equal sanctity of both mother and unborn child, made in God’s image. In rare cases where pregnancy directly threatens the mother’s life (e.g., ectopic pregnancy, severe complications), the goal is to save life where possible, treating her condition while striving to protect the child.

Strongly Disagree

Strongly Agree

Strongly Disagree

Separation of church and state means the federal government cannot establish an official religion or favor one over others, nor prohibit free exercise (1st Amendment). It protects religious liberty while preventing state coercion in faith matters—not banning faith from public life or policy guided by moral principles.

My answer is garnered from my family's military service. US should selectively help nations pursuing democracy and resisting tyranny—by teaching them how to build and defend their own sovereignty, as America developed its self-reliance and aided allies through training and knowledge-sharing (when requested). Intervene sparingly: prioritize formal requests, assess case-by-case on vital US interests, constitutional limits, and prudent risks—promoting independence over dependency or endless wars.

Strongly Agree

Yes, the U.S.–Israel relationship remains important. Many believers view support for Israel through the lens of biblical teachings about blessing the people and land of Israel, while also recognizing the shared values of freedom, justice, and democratic governance that bind our nations. At the same time, Christians are called to exercise discernment in a complex modern world—standing firmly for truth, and ensuring that faith is not misused to divide allies or undermine the United States.

Strongly Agree

C.) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available as they currently exist. Beyond that, healthcare should primarily be provided through private or employer-based insurance to avoid expanding taxpayer burdens. If someone truly has no other option, a government-administered policy could be offered at full retail cost, functioning like a private plan rather than a taxpayer-funded entitlement.

Strongly Disagree

Strongly Agree

Strongly Disagree

While higher taxes on the wealthy sound compassionate, they often stifle economic growth, reduce investment, and destroy jobs—hurting working families the most. True relief comes from broad tax cuts, deregulation, and unleashing free enterprise so everyone can thrive. Punishing success doesn't lift the poor; expanding opportunity does.

Strongly Agree

Enforce Limited Government — Devolve non-essential programs to states, eliminate duplicative agencies, end outdated mandates. Eliminate Redundancy — Consolidate overlapping programs (e.g., education, housing, environment) to cut waste without harming services. Forensic Audits — Require independent audits to detect fraud/abuse and ensure every dollar benefits Americans. Traceable NGO Grants — Mandate full tracking/transparency for federal grants to NGOs to prevent misuse and cronyism.

Immigration to the U.S. should be open to individuals who meet legal requirements, can contribute positively, and, at the government’s discretion, those seeking safety from known persecution or violence. A one-year probationary period, clearly communicated upon acceptance, would allow for immediate and permanent deportation of any immigrant whose actions intentionally harm the nation or Americans.

Strongly Disagree

Agree

The U.S. Department of Education should remain with a limited scope. It should set clear national standards, perform accreditation to move schools toward dynamic, high-performing curricula and special needs programs, recommend educational materials to teach from, while preserving local control over how those materials are integrated and goals achieved. Schools that fail to meet performance benchmarks should face federal and public accountability to ensure students receive a quality education.

Strongly Agree

Strongly Agree

The U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to own firearms. Gun safety, not restrictions, should be the focus. Available gun safety courses teach responsible use and the role of firearms in protection and hunting. With proper education, guns are safe—the responsibility lies with the user. Criminals will break laws regardless of restrictions, while law-abiding citizens risk losing the ability to defend themselves and provide for their families through hunting if ownership is limited.

No

No

Conservative

Strongly Agree

Strongly Agree

I have a lifetime of protection in Christ. As a Christian, I strive to live by faith, integrity, truth, and the importance of family. Even though I may not attend church regularly, Christian principles shape my decisions, guide my actions, and inspire me to work toward the greater good—alongside people who may or may not share the same beliefs. It isn’t my place to tell someone to come to Christ; faith must be chosen freely. Instead, I hope that through my actions, others will see that Christ has a plan, and that His direction is a powerful force that leads to wise and meaningful choices.

Strongly Disagree

Strongly Agree

Oregon’s hydroelectric power reliably supplies energy across the West, while emerging technologies like human-generated piezoelectricity show promise. Wind and solar can play a supplemental role, though current infrastructure remains unreliable.