Ahmad R. (Raafat) Hassan

Republican | Minnesota

Candidate Profile

Leans Liberal

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Ahmad R. (Raafat) Hassan


Party

Republican


Election Year

2026


Election

Primary


Race

U.S. Senator


Incumbent

No


Links

Ahmad R. (Raafat) Hassan websites FacebookX

EDUCATION

President College School of law, Wichita, JD, 1997-2000

Cairo Industrial Technology, Cairo, BS, 1969-1973

Friends University, Wichita, BS, 1985-1989

WORK & MILITARY

Riverside Medical Center, Director, 1998-2000

Real Estate Broker & Instructor, Owners, 2000-2026

AFFILIATIONS

Harris County, County Nominee, 2014-2014

Sedgwick, County Nominee, 1992-1992

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Candidate did not provide

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

US Senate, 2026

ENDORSEMENTS

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)

Dallas County Judge

OTHER INFORMATION

Candidate's website for his March 2026 campaign for U.S. Senate from TX as a Democrat.

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.

Agree

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

Agree

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

I believe exceptions should be limited to cases where the life of the mother is at serious risk, instances of rape or incest, and cases of fatal fetal abnormality.

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Disagree

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

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.

Disagree

The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.

Agree

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

1. Conduct regular audits of federal agencies to identify inefficiencies and redundant programs. 2. Increase transparency in federal spending so taxpayers can see exactly how their money is used. 3.Eliminate duplicate programs across agencies that serve the same purpose.


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?

Separation of church and state means government should not establish or favor any religion, and it should protect every American's right to practice their faith freely.


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

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?

Yes, the relationship between the United States and Israel is important. Supporting Israel's security helps protect U.S. interests and promotes stability in the region.

Islamic terrorism is a threat to the United States' national security.

Agree


IMMIGRATION

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

Immigration to the U.S. should be legal, merit based, and follow a clear, secure process.

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

Disagree


EDUCATION

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

Agree

Foreign governments should be prohibited from funding American education.

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.

Strongly Agree

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

My spiritual beliefs center on faith in God, family, and service to others. I believe in treating people with respect and compassion, working honestly, and giving back to my community. These values guide my decisions both in my personal life and in my commitment to public service.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

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.

Agree


ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

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

Natural gas is currently the most reliable source to meet growing electricity demand, providing affordable, dependable power while domestic production continues to grow.


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


2ND AMENDMENT

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

The Second Amendment protects the right of law abiding citizens to own firearms. Rather than new restrictions, the focus should be on enforcing existing laws, improving mental health resources, and holding criminals accountable, not infringing on the rights of responsible gun owners.

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