Michelle D. Lee

Republican | Colorado

Candidate Profile

Moderate

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Michelle D. Lee


Party

Republican


Election Year

2026


Election

Republican Primary


Race

State Rep., Dist. 32


Incumbent

No


Links

Michelle D. Lee websites FacebookInstagram

EDUCATION

UCCS, Colorado Springs, Executive Education, 2024-2026

USIDHR, Commerce Co., Human Rights Adovacate, 2025-2025

WORK & MILITARY

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AFFILIATIONS

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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

HD 32

ENDORSEMENTS

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)

Chainsaw Caucus

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).

Agree

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

Elective abortion may be allowed under restrictive laws when the pregnant person’s life or health is endangered, in cases of rape or incest, or if the fetus has fatal anomalies or is not viable

Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.

Neutral

from the moment of conception until natural death—is entitled to full legal protection under the Constitution. Such protection encompasses the rights to life, due process, equal protection, and dignity, enforceable under the Fourteenth Amendment. Furthermore, these constitutional guarantees preclude any law, statute,

The lives of human embryos created through artificial methods ought to be protected from purposeful destruction.

Strongly Agree

The Comstock Act, which bans interstate transportation of abortion-inducing drugs, should be enforced.

Neutral


ECONOMY

What is your position on the minimum wage?

very hardworking Coloradan deserves the opportunity to provide for their family, and their wages should reflect that effort — not undermine businesses. We support a thoughtful, gradual increase in the minimum wage that keeps pace with inflation, whil

Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.

Strongly Agree

I believe free enterprise and private property rights are cornerstones of prosperity. A system that protects ownership and rewards innovation lets small businesses thrive, encourages investment, and ensures that individuals can build wealth and security on their own terms.

List your top 3-5 priorities to eliminate government waste.

Strengthen Fiscal Oversight & Transparency Make every line-item visible. Require rigorous regular audits of all state spending and contracts, and publish the results in an accessible format so taxpayers know where their money’s going. Eliminate Redundant Bureaucracy Identify overlapping agencies, programs, and services. Consolidate or dissolve those that serve similar functions—this reduces administrative overhead and frees up resources for essential services. Limit Fee & Tax Hikes Without Dire


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

I believe the First Amendment protects every American’s right to freely exercise their faith without government interference. The government should neither favor one religion over another nor silence religious voices in our national discourse. Religious institutions and individuals must be free to express their beliefs openly, contribute to the common good, and participate in public life—while the state maintains its neutrality and does not establish religion.

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Agree

I believe every person should honor their faith and convictions. The government should protect individuals and business owners from being forced to act in ways that violate their deeply held moral or religious beliefs. At the same time, laws should be crafted so protections apply only when sincere, and should allow non-discrimination in commerce—ensuring that religious liberty coexists with respect for all Americans’ rights.


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.

ensuring every American has access to high-quality, affordable healthcare. To that end, I support expanding competition in the health insurance marketplace—keeping private insurers and providers healthy—while offering an optional government-sponsored plan for those who need it. I am committed to controlling costs through negotiation for prescription drugs, eliminating surprise medical bills, and ensuring every American has access to high-quality, affordabl

The government should keep a database of people with various ongoing medical illnesses to assess the economic burden of treatment.

Choose not to answer

I believe in protecting individual freedom, limiting government, and empowering you. Our government should fulfill its essential duties—defending the country, enforcing laws , and safeguarding constitutional rights—while preventing unnecessary overreach. I support private sector innovation, free markets, and personal responsibility. I will maintain strong, efficient federal programs like Medicare and Medicaid but oppose government mandates that reduce choice or burden taxpayers.


NATIONAL SECURITY

The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.

Strongly Agree

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) poses serious threats to U.S. security—military, cyber, economic, and in terms of intellectual property. These threats challenge not just our economic strength but also the rule of law, private property, and trust in our institutions. As someone grounded in constitutional principles, I believe our response must be firm, lawful, and strategic. We can’t ignore the risk, but we also must protect due process, civil liberties, and transparency in how our government

Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?

Yes it is very important . The relationship with Iran and the Btitish must have serious supervision. Our relationship with Israel is built on more than history—it’s built on shared values, shared threats, and shared benefits. Our relationship with Israel matters deeply—it’s founded on more than just history. We share values like democracy, freedom, and the rule of law. We face common threats—including from nations like Iran—and our alliance advances both security and prosperity on both sides.


IMMIGRATION

I support the existence of sanctuary cities to protect undocumented persons.

Disagree

believe America must uphold the rule of law. Immigration laws should be enforced consistently and fairly. At the same time, we recognize the importance of local governance and law enforcement discretion in protecting public safety and individual dignity. . Above all, our immigration system must work to protect citizens, secure our borders, and uphold American values of fairness, responsibility, and compassion.


EDUCATION

I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

Neutral

I believe education should be rooted in local values, parental choice, and community accountability—not in distant bureaucracies

Foreign governments should be prohibited from funding American education.

Strongly Agree

We must ensure that American education remains free, independent, and devoted to serving our students—not foreign interests. Foreign governments funding U.S. schools and universities must be held to the strictest standards of transparency and accountability. Funding from adversarial nations that may compromise our national security, influence curriculum, or erode our sovereignty should be prohibited


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

Government should recognize and support the fundamental right and essential duty of parents to direct their child's health and educational well-being

Attempts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex constitute child abuse.

Strongly Agree

Attempts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex can constitute abuse. Children should be free to develop their own sexual identity without intervention from schools or institutions

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

Marriage vows are based on state legislation, not founded in the U.S. Constitution

I support the expansion of gambling in my state.

Choose not to answer

I believe in promoting economic growth, individual freedom, and the empowerment of local communities, all while protecting the values and moral fabric that make our state strong. On the matter of expanding gambling, support comes with firm principles and strong safeguards.

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I believe Jesus Christ is the foundation of my life. He teaches love, truth, compassion, humility, forgiveness, and justice. I strive to live according to His example


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

I support requiring government-issued photo ID to vote. It’s simple, fair, and necessary for trust in our elections. We show ID many places—voting shouldn’t be any different. If someone lacks one, make sure there’s an easy, accessible way to get it—everyone’s right to vote matters


EQUALITY

Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.

Neutral

Programs like Section 8 housing, SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and others — while not historically designed as reparations — in effect operate as reparative tools: these benefits help redress economic, health, and housing inequities that disproportionately affect African Americans due to centuries of systemic racial harm

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 believe biological males—those born male—should not compete in women’s sports or use women-only spaces (bathrooms, shelters, dorms, prisons). Protecting fairness, privacy, and safety for women means recognizing sex at birth as the standard in these settings


ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.

Choose not to answer

I recognize the changing climate and acknowledge that human activity plays an important role. While we support progress in clean energy innovation, strong climate resiliency, and energy independence, we caution against regulations or international agreements that may harm American businesses, workers, or our sovereignty. We believe effective solutions should protect both our planet and our prosperity.

What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?

the Right to Choose Energy Source. Every Colorado resident should have the freedom to choose how to heat their home, cook, or power their daily life from the energy source that works best for them—whether that’s electricity, natural gas, propane, or


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?

Conservative

We stand at a defining moment in our history. America’s independence and sovereignty are under threat. We must be unyielding: America’s interests come first — not foreign agendas, not global pressures, not outside influence. Our trade policies, our borders, our alliances, and our laws must protect the American people. Only when we build strength at home — economically, culturally, and militarily — can we secure the future our forebears dreamed of. Our destiny is America First.

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


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

What should be the goal of the criminal justice system?

As Republicans, I believe in a criminal justice system that delivers fairness, protects public safety, and upholds individual rights. I support tough penalties for violent and repeat offenders. At the same time, for nonviolent and first-time offenders, we back targeted reforms—such as increased opportunities for rehabilitation, stronger reentry programs, and accountability—so they can become productive members of our communities. We are committed to ensuring victims’ voices are heard and their

Government has a responsibility to protect children from sexual exploitation during online activities.

Strongly Agree

Children are a vulnerable class under both constitutional law and international human rights frameworks. States have an affirmative duty to protect children from sexual exploitation online—through legislation, regulation, enforcement, education, and oversight. Treaties like the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (and its Optional Protocols) compel governments to prevent, prosecute, and penalize abuses against minors, including online violations.

Sharia law should not be accepted or incorporated in any form within the legal framework of the United States.

Choose not to answer

Sharia law should not be accepted or incorporated into American legal systems


2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

Statement Affirming Constitutional Protection of the Second Amendment The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution is a fundamental, constitutionally protected right. It guarantees that the right of the people to keep and bear Arms shall not be infringed. This protection is absolute in its core purpose: law-abiding citizens may possess and use arms for lawful purposes such as self-defense in the home.

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