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Candidate Profile
Glenn Thompson

Republican , Pennsylvania

Biography

Name
Glenn Thompson
Party
Republican
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 5
Incumbent
Yes
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Panel Rating

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Scorecards

Conservative Organizations

National Right to Life, the largest nationwide network of pro-life people dedicated entirely to protecting life.
National Right to Life, 2015-16:  100%
Since 1983, Family Research Council (FRC) has advanced faith, family and freedom in public policy and public opinion. FRC's team of seasoned experts promotes these core values through policy research, public education on Capitol Hill and in the media, and grassroots mobilization.
FRC Action, 2015:  92%
The Center for Security Policy is a non-profit, non-partisan national security organization that specializes in identifying policies, actions, and resource needs that are vital to American security and then ensures that such issues are the subject of both focused, principled examination and effective action by recognized policy experts, appropriate officials, opinion leaders, and the general public.
Center for Security Policy, 2013-14:  85%
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is committed to educating citizens about economic policy and mobilizing those citizens as advocates in the public policy process. AFP is an organization of grassroots leaders who engage citizens in the name of limited government and free markets on the local, state, and federal levels. The grassroots activists of AFP advocate for public policies that champion the principles of entrepreneurship and fiscal and regulatory restraint.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
Americans for Prosperity (AFP), 2015-16:  100%, 77%†
The mission of the American Family Association is to inform, equip, and activate individuals to strengthen the moral foundations of American culture, and give aid to the church here and abroad in its task of fulfilling the Great Commission.
American Family Association (AFA), 2013:  75%
Founded in 1964, ACU represents the views of Americans who are concerned with economic growth through lower taxes and reduced government spending and the issues of liberty, personal responsibility, traditional values and national security.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
American Conservative Union (ACU), 2014:  48%, 73%†
FreedomWorks recruits, educates, trains and mobilizes millions of volunteer activists to fight for less government, lower taxes, and more freedom. FreedomWorks believes individual liberty and the freedom to compete increases consumer choices and provides individuals with the greatest control over what they own and earn.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
FreedomWorks, 2016:  73%, 63%†
Club for Growth is a national network of thousands of pro-growth Americans, from all walks of life, who believe that prosperity and opportunity come through economic freedom. We work to promote public policies that encourage a high growth economy and a swift return to America's founding principles primarily through legislative involvement, issue advocacy, research, training and educational activity.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
Club for Growth, 2015:  38%, 60%†
The Heritage Action Scorecard measures votes, co-sponsorships, and other legislative activity to show how conservative Members of Congress are. Heritage Action identifies upcoming legislative fights and the Heritage Foundation outlines the conservative policy positions. Key votes encompass the full spectrum of conservatism, policies large and small.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
Heritage Action, 2015-16:  52%, 48%†
Eagle Forum's Mission is to enable conservative and pro-family men and women to participate in the process of self-government and public policy making so that America will continue to be a land of individual liberty, respect for family integrity, public and private virtue, and private enterprise.
Eagle Forum, 2015-16:  47%
The mission of Conservative Review is to provide best-in-class analysis and commentary on conservative political speech, votes, positions, and elections.
Conservative Review (CR), 2015:  39%

71%

CONSERVATIVE AVERAGE

Liberal Organizations

The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union representing 600,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Workers in virtually all functions of government at every federal agency depend upon AFGE for legal representation, legislative advocacy, technical expertise and informational services.
American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), 2015:  24%
The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) is a voluntary federation of 55 national and international labor unions. The AFL-CIO was created in 1955 by the merger of the AFL and the CIO.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), 2015:  21%, 13%†
AFSCME is the nation’s largest and fastest growing public services employees union with more than 1.6 million active and retired members. AFSCME’s members provide the vital services that make America happen. We are nurses, corrections officers, child care providers, EMTs, sanitation workers and more. With members in hundreds of different occupations, AFSCME advocates for fairness in the workplace, excellence in public services and prosperity and opportunity for all working families.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), 2013:  0%, 8%†
The ACLU is our nation's guardian of liberty, working daily in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), 2015-16:  0%
Americans for Democratic Action has and will continue to be a forthright liberal voice of this nation. We work to advocate progressive stances on civil rights and liberties, social and economic justice, sensible foreign policy, and sustainable environmental policy. The ADA will advance our agenda by maintaining an active and visible presence nationwide, raising the level of debate on the side of the progressive movement and taking action on the national level. By working together with other like-minded organizations when we can and alone when we have to, we will never shy away from issues or opposition.
Americans for Democratic Action (ADA), 2014:  0%
The Human Rights Campaign is America's largest civil rights organization working to achieve lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against LGBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all.
Human Rights Campaign, 2015-16:  0%
We are a trusted health care provider, an informed educator, a passionate advocate, and a global partner helping similar organizations around the world. Planned Parenthood delivers vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of women, men, and young people worldwide.
Planned Parenthood, 2015:  0%

16%

LIBERAL AVERAGE

Endorsements

Conservatives

4
Eagle Forum PAC, National Federation Of Independent Businesses - the SAFE Trust, National Rifle Association, U.S. Immigration Reform PAC

Reported by Candidate

1
NFIB Chamber of Commerce Pro-Life PA / NJ Rural Electric Cooperatives

Selected Contributions

Conservative

GIVEN BY CANDIDATE
79
Adam Hasner, Alan Nunnelee, Allen West, Bill Posey, Bob Gibbs, Bobby Schilling and
Adam Hasner
Alan Nunnelee
Allen West
Bill Posey
Bob Gibbs
Bobby Schilling
Charles Djou
Charlie Dent
Chris Collins
Chris Gibson
Curt Sonney
Dan Newhouse
Daniel Lungren
Dave Reichert
David Rouzer
David Valadao
Eric Cantor
Erik Paulsen
Francisco "Quico" Canseco
Frank Guinta
Garland Andy Barr
Jackie Walorski
Jake Corman III
Jeff Denham
Jim Gerlach
Joe Heck
John Maher
John Moolenaar
Joseph Cao
Judy Biggert
Justin Amash
Kathy Rapp
Keith Rothfus
Ken Calvert
Kerry Benninghoff
Kevin Cramer
Kevin Raye
Lee James
Lee Terry
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations
Lou Barletta
Lynn Jenkins
Marco Rubio
Mary Bono Mack
Mia Love
Michael Grimm
Mike Bost
Mike Coffman
Mike Fitzpatrick
Mike Kelly
Nan Hayworth
National Republican Congressional Committee
Pat Meehan
Pat Tiberi
Patriot Day Committee
Pennsylvania Future Fund
Raymond "Chip" Cravaack
Reid Ribble
Richard Hanna
Rick Santorum
Rick Snuffer
Rick W. Allen
Robert Dold
Robert Hurt
Rodney Davis
Roy Blunt
Sam Rohrer
Scott DesJarlais
Scott Perry
Scott Rigell
Sean Duffy
State Republican Party Organizations
Steve Chabot
Tim Walberg
Todd Akin
Tom Corbett
Tom Marino
Tom Rooney
Tony Strickland
73 more
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE
43
Associated Builders and Contractors, Bill Shuster, Citizens for Prosperity in America, CMR, Conservative Opportunity Leadership and Enterprise PAC, Continuing a Majority Party and
Associated Builders and Contractors
Bill Shuster
Citizens for Prosperity in America
CMR
Conservative Opportunity Leadership and Enterprise PAC
Continuing a Majority Party
Dedicated to Establishing National Teamwork PAC
Eagle Forum
Every Republican is Crucial
Eye of the Tiger PAC
Family PAC
Freedom and Security PAC
GOP Generation Y Fund
GreggPAC
House Conservatives Fund
Jim Gerlach
Jobs Economy and Budget Fund
John Boehner
Kevin McCarthy
Lone Star Leadership PAC
Majority Committee PAC
Matthew Baker
Mike Conaway
National Federation of Independent Business
National Pro-Life Alliance
National Republican Congressional Committee
National Rifle Association
National Right to Life Committee
National Right to Work Committee
People for Enterprise Trade and Economic Growth
PITTSPAC
Prosperity PAC
Rely on Your Beliefs Fund
Republican Jewish Coalition
Republican National Committee
Road to Victory PAC
Scott Hutchinson
State Republican Party Organizations
Steve Scalise
The Freedom Project
TN4U PAC
Tuesday Group PAC
Win Back America PAC
37 more

Liberal

GIVEN BY CANDIDATE
1
Arlen Specter
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE
7
International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, National Air Traffic Controllers Association, National Association of Letter Carriers, National Education Association, National Rural Letter Carriers Association

Summary

7%

LIBERAL

93%

CONSERVATIVE

 

Other Information

NRA Rating: A

Questionnaire

Please note: Responses are entered electronically by the candidate and are listed verbatim.

1. Free enterprise and the right to private property turn mankind's natural self interest into the fairest and most productive economic system there is, and are the key to national prosperity.

Strongly Agree

2. It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health care and a livable income.

Strongly Disagree

3. The United States must maintain a nuclear arsenal that is safe, reliable, modern and numerically superior to those of potential adversaries.

Strongly Agree

4. Government should enforce laws designed to protect the border and to prevent illegal entry of persons into the country.

Strongly Agree

5. The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) should be repealed by Congress.

Strongly Agree

6. Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.

Strongly Agree

7. Marriage is a union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.

Strongly Agree

8. Efforts to bring Islamic law (shariah) to America do not pose a threat to our country and its Constitution.

Strongly Disagree

9. Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.

Strongly Agree

10. Governments should pay to develop wind and solar energy solutions when these are not economically feasible.

Strongly Disagree

11. More restrictive gun control laws are needed now to protect public safety.

Strongly Disagree

12. The founders established pure democracy in the Constitution because they believed that it is the best form of government to ensure the safety and equitable treatment of all citizens.

Strongly Agree

13. People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

14. What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers within the Constitution?

All rights come from God. For the purposes of what Government is necessary a few of these rights are delegated to the States and even fewer to the National Government. Individual citizens retain all others. The defining, separation and limitations of power are to preserve this distribution of rights.

15. Briefly list three (3) political or legislative issues of most concern to you, and explain why each is important to you.

#1 Jobs - Number one issue and need. Nothing addresses more social ills than a good paying job. #2 Less Regulations - Regulation compliance is making American Business and Industry uncompetitive. #3 Energy Security - We must shut off our dependence on the middle east for energy. We are blessed with the domestic natural resources to accomplish this. Energy production must be left to the States for oversight not the Federal government.

16. Should abortion be allowed under extenuating circumstances? If so, what circumstances?

Life of the Mother at risk

17. Based on the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, please arrange the following entities, starting with the highest source of authority, and continue the list in descending order of authority, skipping any that do not apply: Academia, Congress, Constitution, God, Industry, Media, Professional Sports, Supreme Court, Voters.

God Constitution Voters Congress Supreme Court

18. Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

My fundamental principle in life is first a duty to God My behaviors, words and decisions should always serve to bring Glory to God. I am a Christian and a disciple of Jesus Christ

Background

Education
  • Penn State University, University Park, PA, BS, 1981
  • Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, M.Ed, 1998
Work & Military
  • Susquehanna Health, Therapist / Chief Therapist, 1982 - 1986
  • Susquehanna Health, Rehab Services Manager, 1986 - 2008
Affiliations
  • Lighthouse Reform Church of Howard, Elder/Sunday School Teacher/Lay Pastor
  • Howard Boy Scout Troop 353, Scoutmaster/Council President
  • Howard Fire Company, President/Fire Fighter/ EMT/Rescue Tech
  • Bald Eagle Area School Board, Board Member / VP
  • Centre County Republican Party, Chairman
Offices
  • School Board, Held 1990 - 1996
  • US Congress, Held 2009 - Present
  • PA State Representative, Sought 1998 & 2000
 
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