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Candidate Profile
Ken Skowronski

Republican , Wisconsin

Biography

Name
Ken Skowronski
Party
Republican
Race
Repr. to the Assembly, Dist. 82
Incumbent
Yes
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Panel Rating*

Conservative Information icon *

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

Scorecards

Conservative Organizations

NFIB is the voice of small business, advocating on behalf of Wisconsin’s small and independent business owners.
National Federation of Independent Business WI (NFIB-WI), 2018:  100%
Wisconsin Right to Life believes that each human life is inherently valuable from fertilization to natural death. Our mission is: "To make euthanasia, infanticide, abortion and destruction of human embryos socially, ethically and legally unacceptable solutions to human problems and to promote positive alternatives to each of these acts."
Right to Life WI, 2015-16:  100%
Mission - To advance Judeo-Christian principles and values in Wisconsin by strengthening, preserving, and promoting marriage, family, life and liberty.
Wisconsin Family Action, 2017-18:  96%
ACU is the nation's oldest conservative grassroots organization and seeks to preserve and protect the values of life, liberty, and property for every American.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
American Conservative Union WI (ACU-WI), 2019:  100%, 92% (cum.)†
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), 2017:  93%, 90% (cum.)†

96%

CONSERVATIVE AVERAGE

Liberal Organizations

Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters is a leading nonpartisan environmental and political organization. We are fighting for your air, your land, and your water by being your voice in the state Capitol, issuing the Conservation Scorecard, and electing pro-conservation candidates to office.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
League of Conservation Voters WI, 2015-16:  14%, 33% (cum.)†
We help people who want to join together in unions so they can bargain collectively with their employers for better working conditions and the best way to get a good job done. We work to ensure that all people who work are treated fairly, with decent paychecks and benefits, safe jobs, respect and equal opportunities.

† Cumulative multi-year rating
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations WI (AFL-CIO WI), 2017-2018:  0%, 3% (cum.)†
The Mission of the Sierra Club is to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out those objectives.
Sierra Club Wisconsin, 2017-18:  0%

12%

LIBERAL AVERAGE

Endorsements*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.

Conservatives

2
*Pro-Life Wisconsin Victory Fund, *Wisconsin Right to Life

Others

1
Wisconsin Young Republicans

Reported by Candidate

4
Wisconsin Right to Life, Pro-Life Wisconsin, Wisconsin Young Republicans, Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation

Selected Contributions

Conservative

GIVEN BY CANDIDATE
9
Dale Kooyenga (2014), Jeff Stone (2009), Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2016), Mark Honadel (2008), Paul Ryan (2016), Prosperity PAC (2017) and
Dale Kooyenga (2014)
Jeff Stone (2009)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2016)
Mark Honadel (2008)
Paul Ryan (2016)
Prosperity PAC (2017)
Scott Walker (2013)
Trump Make America Great Again Committee (2017)
WinRed (2020)
3 more
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE
3
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2016), Prosperity Action (2016), Wisconsin Builders Association (2013)

Liberal

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE
1
International Union of Operating Engineers (2013)

Summary

8%

LIBERAL

92%

CONSERVATIVE

 

Other Information

VoteSmart Key Votes

Questionnaire*

*The questionaire was received after the deadline and was not considered in the Panel Evaluations and is for additional educational purposes only.
Please note: Responses are entered electronically by the candidate and are listed verbatim.

Right to Life

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

Strongly Agree   

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.

Strongly Agree   

Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

oppose abortion

Economy

It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.

Strongly Disagree   

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

Strongly Agree   

The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.

Strongly Agree   

Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.

Strongly Agree   

What is the best way to bring down unemployment?

Get the economy back in pre-covid condition.

What role should government play in boosting the economy?

Let the free market process work by allowing businesses to operate with minimal government restrictions.

Religious Liberty

Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.

Strongly Agree   

Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.

Strongly Agree   

Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.

Strongly Agree   

Healthcare

It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.

Disagree   

How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?

Healthcare costs should be transparent and made available to the person before making a decision.

National Security

The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.

Strongly Agree   

Immigration

I support sanctuary cities.

Strongly Disagree   

Education

Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.

Disagree   

Values

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

Strongly Agree   

George Washington's comment that “Religion and morality are the essential pillars of civil society” is still true today.

Strongly Agree   

Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.

Strongly Disagree   

People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."

Strongly Disagree   

Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.

Strongly Agree   

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

Separation of powers are to provide a balance in government

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I am a practicing Catholic all my life and believe in my Catholic faith.

Qualifications

I voted in these primaries and general elections:

2012 Republican Primary, 2012 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2014 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2018 Republican Primary, 2018 General Election

When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?

Conservative   

Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.

I stand by my legislative voting record.

What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?

Having been a local small business owner and volunteer in the community for many years, I understand the needs of the residents which allows me to bring their voice to the legislature.

E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:

info@VoteForSkowronski.com 414-425-2034

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?

(Did not answer)

Judicial Philosophy

Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.

Strongly Disagree   

Criminal Justice

I support the death penalty.

Agree   

Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.

Agree   

2nd Amendment

More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.

Strongly Disagree   

Background

Education
  • Boys Tech High School, Milwaukee, 1958
Work & Military
  • NARI, Certified Remodeler, 1984
  • MATC, Journeyman Carpenter, 1961
  • USAF, Air National Guard, A1C, 1956-1962
Affiliations
  • St Martin of Tours Parish, Member
  • Polish Heritage Alliance, Life Member, Immediate Past President
  • Franklin Noon Lions Club, Member, Past President
  • Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree, Past Deputy Grand Knight
  • Xaverian Missionaries, Board Member
  • Franklin Historical Society, Life Member
  • Republican Party of Milwaukee County, Member
  • American Legion Post #192, Member
Offices
  • State Representative, Held 2013-current
  • City of Franklin Alderman, Held 2005-2014
 
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