Rosie Pino
Republican | New Jersey
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Rosie Pino
Party
Republican
Election Year
2026
Election
Republican Primary
Race
U.S. Representative, District 9
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Rutgers University, B.S., Finance
State of New Jersey, Teaching Certification
WORK & MILITARY
St. Paul's Community Development Corp., Instructor, 2017-
32BJ - Thomas Shortman Training Fund, Instructor, 2016-
Passaic County Community College, Instructor, 2015-2019
Passaic County CASA, Data Analyst, 2020-2020
Passaic County Workforce Development Center, Career Counselor, 2013-2016
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, Bank Examiner, 2009-2010
AFFILIATIONS
Passaic County Foster & Adoptive Services, Co-Chair
District XI Ethics Committee, Member
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Clifton City Council, 2019-
Clifton Board of Education, 2013-2018
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Passaic County Clerk, 2023-
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (9)
Bergen County Republican Organization
Kearny Republican Committee
Diane DeBiase
Chris Musto
Frank G. Filippelli
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
WinRed (2025)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Frank Pallotta (2025)
WinRed (2025)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.
Strongly Agree
The lives of human embryos created through artificial methods ought to be protected from purposeful destruction.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I am proudly pro-life, believing abortion should be rare and limited to cases of rape, incest, or saving the mother’s life. As a former teen mother and now a mom of eleven — including two adopted from foster care — this is personal. I oppose the "abortion-on-demand" culture pushed onto women and strive for a society where women are so supported, protected, and financially secure that abortion becomes unthinkable. We must empower families with the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Disagree
The Comstock Act, which bans interstate transportation of abortion-inducing drugs, should be enforced.
Strongly Agree
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
People who can afford to pay more taxes should do so in order to provide relief for working families.
Strongly Disagree
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
List your top 3-5 priorities to eliminate government waste.
First, sell empty federal buildings. We waste billions on 'ghost' offices while families can't afford rent. Second, stop the fraudulent handouts. Billions are lost to 'identity theft' and double-payments in government programs every year. Finally, no more global 'vanity projects.' We’re funding foreign tourism while our own infrastructure crumbles.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
To me, the separation of church and state is a shield that protects religious liberty from government overreach. It was designed to keep the state out of the church, not to scrub God or traditional values from our heritage and public institutions. We must protect the rights of religious organizations to govern themselves while maintaining a government that remains limited and neutral.
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.
C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. The government should not be responsible for universal coverage, but the goal should be to drive down the actual cost of care through competition and transparency, making healthcare low-cost enough to be accessible to all families without moving toward a government-run system.
The government should keep a database of people with various ongoing medical illnesses to assess the economic burden of treatment.
Strongly Disagree
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.
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.
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?
Israel is a stable ally that shares our values and provides key intelligence. Under an America First policy, we prioritize stability that doesn't rely forever on U.S. taxpayers. By backing historic deals like the Abraham Accords, we help Israel and its neighbors handle their own security and trade. This protects our interests, respects the dignity of innocent citizens caught in the crossfire, and ensures our focus stays where it belongs: on our own country.
Islamic terrorism is a threat to the United States' national security.
Strongly Agree
IMMIGRATION
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
We should welcome those who follow our laws, pass rigorous vetting, and are ready to work hard to contribute to our economy. Priority should go to individuals who possess needed skills and are eager to assimilate and build a life here through grit and determination. We must continue securing the border to end illegal entry and maintain a legal system that protects American workers and puts the needs of our citizens first.
I support the existence of sanctuary cities to protect undocumented persons.
Strongly Disagree
EDUCATION
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
Foreign governments should be prohibited from funding American education.
Strongly Agree
VALUES
Attempts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex constitute child abuse.
Strongly Agree
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Choose not to answer
I fully respect the right of every Church to follow its own sacraments and decide for itself who they choose to marry according to their faith. I also support the right of same-sex couple civil unions, so as to provide essential legal protections, such as inheritance and medical decision-making.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
My faith is what keeps me grounded. I’ve always believed that while we have to work as hard as we can to do what is right, at the end of the day, you have to trust God and leave the results in His hands. For me, that faith shows up in how I serve the people around me. It’s about acting with integrity, being a neighbor you can count on, and making sure I’m doing my part to look out for the families in this community. I try to live by the simple idea that we’re here to help one another, and I carry that sense of responsibility with me every day.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
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
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
We need an 'all-of-the-above' energy plan that puts New Jersey families first. I’m all for solar and renewables, but we cannot rely on them alone. Natural Gas and Nuclear are the reliable backbone we need to keep the lights on and the prices down.
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.
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?
Conservative
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Government has a responsibility to protect children from sexual exploitation during online activities.
Agree
The government must hold tech companies accountable for the digital environments they create, ensuring they are safe and free from predators. However, no policy can replace the watchful eye of a parent. We must empower families with the tools and transparency they need to protect their children’s innocence. By combining strong standards for tech giants with parental oversight, we ensure a secure future for the next generation.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
The Second Amendment is an unalienable right, and I do not support restrictions on law abiding citizens.
