Healthcare › COVID Mask Mandate
Should the federal government require people to wear face masks in public during the COVID pandemic?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but only indoors or crowded areas |
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
Beto O’Rourke voterbasePro-choice |
Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Crime › Police Body Cameras
Should police officers be required to wear body cameras?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, this will protect the safety and rights of police officers and citizens |
Healthcare › COVID-19 Vaccine
Will you get the Covid-19 vaccine once it is ready?
Domestic Policy › Gun Control
Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Equal Pay
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Insurrection Act
Should the President of the United States have the power to deploy military troops in order to stop protests?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, the Posse Comitatus Act of 1878, prohibits the military from conducting law-enforcement |
Domestic Policy › COVID-19 School Closures
Should the state government order schools to provide online only classes in order to combat coronavirus?
Elections › 2020 US Presidential Election Legitimacy
Was the 2020 US presidential election conducted fairly?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Education › School Reopenings
Should K-12 schools reopen for in-person learning?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but only vaccinated students should be allowed to attend |
Healthcare › Masks on Public Transportation
Should the Federal government mandate that masks be worn by all people on public transportation?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Drug Price Regulation
Should the government regulate the prices of life-saving drugs?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and we should socialize medicine and healthcare |
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but only for non-surgical treatments such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy |
Social › Gun Buyback
Should the federal government institute a mandatory buyback of assault weapons?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but start with a voluntary buyback and ban on purchasing assault weapons before enforcing a mandatory buyback |
Education › Student Loan Forgiveness
Do you support President Biden’s student loan forgiveness program?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Taxes
Should the U.S. raise taxes on the rich?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Social › Gender Identity
Should “gender identity” be added to anti-discrimination laws?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Social › Government Definition of Gender
Should the government officially recognize only two biological sexes?
Social › Planned Parenthood Funding
Should the government continue to fund Planned Parenthood?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Social › Religious Freedom Act
Should a business be able to deny service to a customer if the request conflicts with the owner’s religious beliefs?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, all customers deserve to be treated equally |
Social › Transgender Athletes
Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Social › Religious Service Ban
Should religious gatherings be banned in order to combat the COVID-19 pandemic?
the Environment › Climate Change
Should the government increase environmental regulations to prevent climate change?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
Healthcare › Pre-Existing Conditions
Should health insurers be allowed to deny coverage to individuals who have a pre-existing condition?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, it is immoral to deny health insurance to people with pre-existing conditions |
Social › Marital Rape
Should marital rape be classified and punished as severely as non-marital rape?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and consentual sex with a spouse under the age of 18 should be classified as statutory rape |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
Party’s support baseYes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test |
Education › Student Loans
Do you support increasing taxes for the rich in order to reduce interest rates for student loans?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time |
the Economy › Inflation
Has the government done enough to lower inflation?
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for members of Congress?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, term limits will increase performance and prevent corruption |
Crime › Criminal Justice Use of AI
Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?
Education › Free College for All
Should the federal government pay for tuition at four-year colleges and universities?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Paid Sick Leave
Should businesses be required to provide paid leave for full-time employees during the birth of a child or sick family member?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, the lack of paid sick leave is unfair to working men and women |
Healthcare › Stay-At-Home Order
When should your state end the “Stay at Home” order and reopen its economy?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseUntil a vaccine is approved by the FDA |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Healthcare › Medicaid
Should the federal government increase funding of health care for low income individuals (Medicaid)?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, as long as it is safe for them to return to their country |
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
Elections › Mail In Ballot
Should the US have a mail-in ballot process for whole states in local, state, and federal elections?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and implement a secure online voting process |
Domestic Policy › Supreme Court Reform
Should the Supreme Court be reformed to include more seats and term limits on judges?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it |
Elections › Foreign Lobbying
Should foreign lobbyists be allowed to raise money for American elections?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, foreign interests should not be able to buy the influence of our politicians |
Immigration › Immigration Healthcare
Should illegal immigrants have access to government-subsidized healthcare?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Social › DEI vs Merit Based Hiring
Should government agencies eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring initiatives in favor of strictly merit-based hiring?
Social › Racial Sensitivity Training
Should the federal government require racial sensitivity training for employees?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and also include LGBTQ+ topics |
Elections › Voter Fraud
Should a photo ID be required to vote?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, this will prevent voter fraud |
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, too many people are innocently convicted |
Domestic Policy › Supreme Court Financial Transactions
Should Supreme Court justices be prohibited from making financial transactions with people who have a vested interest in court outcomes?
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by the first amendment?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Immigration › Border Security
Should the U.S. increase restrictions on its current border security policy?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, make it easier for immigrants to access temporary work visas |
Education › Critical Race Theory in K-12 Education
Should critical race theory be taught in K-12 education?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Immigration › Illegal Immigrant Detainment
Should local law enforcement be allowed to detain illegal immigrants for minor crimes and transfer them to federal immigration authorities?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Iran
Should the U.S. go to war with Iran?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, the U.S. should encourage Iran to disarm through diplomatic channels |
Domestic Policy › No-Fly List Gun Control
Should people on the “no-fly list” be banned from purchasing guns and ammunition?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but not until the no-fly list screening process is improved for accuracy and includes due process |
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, private prisons will sacrifice quality of care and rehabilitation services for profit |
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should the U.S. raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseRaise |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. remain in NATO?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but NATO should focus more on counter-terrorism strategies |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, social media companies are private and should not be regulated by the government |
Technology › Data Privacy
Should the government impose stricter regulations on the collection and use of personal data by companies?
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, reduce military spending instead |
Social › Federal DEI Programs
Should DEI programs be eliminated from federal government agencies?
Social › Government Mandates
Should health insurance providers be required to offer free birth control?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Affirmative Action
Do you support affirmative action programs?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Social › Confederate Flag
Should states be allowed to display the Confederate flag on government property?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, it is a symbol of racism, separatism and treason |
Domestic Policy › Muslim Surveillance
Should local police increase surveillance and patrol of Muslim neighborhoods?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, targeting Muslims is unconstitutional, racist, and incendiary |
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in the United States, have the right to vote?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › NSA Domestic Surveillance
Should the NSA (National Security Agency) be allowed to collect basic metadata of citizen’s phone calls such as numbers, timestamps, and call durations?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, only with a warrant showing probable cause of criminal activity |
Housing › Affordable Housing
Should the government incentivize the construction of affordable housing?
Housing › Rent Control
Should the government implement rent control policies to limit the amount landlords can charge for rent?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should there be a limit to the amount of money a candidate can receive from a donor?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, politicians should not be bought by wealthy donors |
Social › First Amendment
Should the government support a separation of church and state by removing references to God on money, federal buildings, and national monuments?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Immigration › Immigrant Laborers
Should working illegal immigrants be given temporary amnesty?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, create a simple path to citizenship for immigrants with no criminal record |
Crime › Qualified Immunity for Police
Do you support qualified immunity for police officers?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and increase the personal liability for misconduct |
Domestic Policy › Patriot Act
Do you support the Patriot Act?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and pass strict laws prohibiting government surveillance without probable cause and a warrant |
Immigration › Border Wall
Should the U.S. build a wall along the southern border?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Healthcare › Drug Pricing Caps
Should the government eliminate price caps on generic drugs?
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and voters should be required to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote |
Immigration › Sanctuary Cities
Should sanctuary cities receive federal funding?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Israel
Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseWe should give equal support to Israel and Palestine. |
Healthcare › Obamacare
Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Eliminating Traffic Laws
Should the government eliminate all traffic laws and rely on voluntary compliance?
Social › Safe Spaces
Should universities provide “trigger warnings” and “safe spaces” for students?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Afghanistan
Should the United States pull all military troops out of Afghanistan?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Crime › Solitary Confinement for Juveniles
Should prisons ban the use of solitary confinement for juveniles?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and we should create more social programs to help prevent and rehabilitate criminals |
Foreign Policy › Israeli Palestinian Conflict
Which side of the Israeli Palestinian conflict do you sympathize with more?
Party’s support basePalestine |
Domestic Policy › Congressional ban on stock trading
Should members of Congress be allowed to trade stocks while serving in office?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and their investments should be held in a blind trust |
Healthcare › Vaccine Mandates for Customers
Should private businesses have the right to ask customers for their vaccination status?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Elections › Electoral College
Should the electoral college be abolished?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should the United States provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine
Should the U.S. and NATO use military forces to defend Ukraine from a Russian invasion?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › January 6 Pardons
Should those charged in the January 6 Capitol attack be granted Presidential pardons?
Social › Women in Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, preventing women from serving in combat roles is discriminatory |
Healthcare › Medicaid Work Requirement
Should people be required to work in order to receive Medicaid?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, the vast majority of people who receive Medicaid are disabled |
Transportation › GPS Vehicle Tracking
Should the government enforce mandatory GPS tracking in all vehicles to monitor driving behavior and improve road safety?
Healthcare › Safe Haven
Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, drug abuse should be treated as a health issue, not a criminal issue |
Immigration › Citizenship Test
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics |
the Environment › Alaska Wildlife Refuge
Should drilling be allowed in the Alaska Wildlife Refuge?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Immigration › Immigration
Should children of illegal immigrants be granted legal citizenship?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Gaza ceasefire
Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, as long as it was not a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime |
Foreign Policy › United Nations
Should the U.S. remain in the United Nations?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Labor Unions
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseHelp |
Immigration › Border Emergency Declaration
Should the U.S. declare a national emergency at the Mexico border?
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, I do not believe in the death penalty |
Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation
Should immigrants be required to learn English?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, we should embrace the diversity that immigrants add to our country |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseFewer |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should the US increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseIncrease |
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Medicare Drug Prices
Should the federal government be allowed to negotiate drug prices for Medicare?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Free Tax Filing
Should the IRS create a free electronic tax filing system?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, we should respect all cultural traditions |
Healthcare › Healthcare Debt Relief
Should the government forgive all medical debt for Americans?
Transportation › Electric Vehicle Mandates
Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?
Party’s support baseNo, electric vehicle parts can be just as dangerous to the environment as emissions |
the Economy › Capital Gains Tax
Should the government increase the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the American flag?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, this is a violation of free speech |
Foreign Policy › Israel Boycott
Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, this is a violation of free speech |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery |
National Security › Facial Recognition
Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Gun Liability
Should victims of gun violence be allowed to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Environment › Paris Climate Agreement
Should the U.S. withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Education › Common Core
Do you support Common Core national standards?
Immigration › In-State Tuition
Should undocumented immigrants be offered in-state tuition rates at public colleges within their residing state?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and political campaigns should be publicly funded |
Immigration › High Risk Immigrant Ban
Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Alternative Energy
Should the government give tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, the government should support more sustainable energy technologies |
the Environment › Oil Drilling
Should the U.S. expand offshore oil drilling?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Weapon Sales Ethics
Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations?
Social › Euthanasia
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives |
Domestic Policy › Gerrymandering
Should the redrawing of Congressional districts be controlled by an independent, non-partisan commission?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, gerrymandering gives an unfair advantage to the party in power during redistricting |
the Economy › Overtime Pay
Should the government require businesses to pay salaried employees, making up to $46k/year, time-and-a-half for overtime hours?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and all employees should be paid time-and-a-half for overtime hours regardless of their pay scale |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should the US increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseIncrease |
Domestic Policy › Eminent Domain
Should the government be allowed to seize private property, with reasonable compensation, for public or civic use?
Technology › Ethical Artificial Intelligence
Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use?
Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should the government increase or decrease military spending?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseDecrease |
National Security › Military Congressional Approval
Should the President be able to authorize military force against Al-Qaeda without Congressional approval?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Transportation › Transportation Accessibility for People with Disabilities
Should the government require public transportation systems to be fully accessible to people with disabilities?
Social › Frozen Embryos Legal Status
Should frozen embryos be considered children?
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and we should not try to influence any other country’s elections or policy |
Foreign Policy › Hong Kong Fugitive Extradition
Should the Chinese government be able to extradite fugitives from Hong Kong?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Education › Universal Pre-K
Should the federal government fund Universal preschool?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Housing › Foreign Real Estate Investment
Should the government restrict the purchase of residential properties by foreign investors?
Domestic Policy › Net Neutrality
Should internet service providers be allowed to speed up access to popular websites (that pay higher rates) at the expense of slowing down access to less popular websites (that pay lower rates)?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, treat all traffic equally and continue the openness of the internet |
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and require a public audit each year they are in office |
Science › GMO Labels
Should producers be required to label genetically engineered foods (GMOs)?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, I trust the science of responsible food engineering but I don’t trust the motives of the food companies selling them |
Foreign Policy › Torture
Should the military be allowed to use enhanced interrogation techniques, such as waterboarding, to gain information from suspected terrorists?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Foreign Policy › Soleimani
Do you support the killing of Iranian Major General Qassem Soleimani?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, the strike was illegal since it was not approved by The U.S. Congress |
Healthcare › Vaccine Passports
Should the government issue vaccine passports?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but everyone should still wear a mask |
Crime › Restorative Justice Programs
Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration?
Immigration › Asylum Seekers in Mexico
Should asylum seekers be required to remain in Mexico while their cases are processed?
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but not for cosmetics |
Foreign Policy › Taliban Financial Aid
Should the World Bank and International Monetary Fund provide financial aid to the Taliban government in Afghanistan?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Elections › Mail in ballots
Should every voter automatically receive a mail in ballot?
Social › Student Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?
Social › Misgendering
Should parents lose custody for intentionally misgendering their child?
Education › School Vouchers
Should the government offer students a voucher that they can use to attend private schools?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, we should focus on improving our public schools instead |
Elections › Lobbyists
Should there be a 5-year ban on White House and Congressional officials from becoming lobbyists after they leave the government?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and ban all forms of lobbying |
Foreign Policy › Netanyahu Leadership
Should the government continue to support Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership of the Israeli government?
the Economy › Corporate Mega Mergers
Should the government prevent “mega mergers” of corporations that could potentially control a large percentage of market share within its industry?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and the government should break up existing mega corporations |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Healthcare › VA Privatization
Should there be more or less privatization of veterans’ healthcare?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseLess, we should increase funding to improve the current system instead |
the Economy › Tax-Free Social Security
Should Social Security benefits be tax-free?
Foreign Policy › ISIS Ground Troops
Should the U.S. send ground troops into Syria to fight ISIS?
the Economy › CEO Pay Cap
Should the government enforce a cap on CEO pay relative to the pay of their employees?
Foreign Policy › Drones
Should the military fly drones over foreign countries to gain intelligence and kill suspected terrorists?
Party’s support baseYes, but only with permission from the country in question |
the Economy › Unrealized Gains Tax
Should the government tax unrealized gains?
Crime › Collective Bargaining
Do you support limiting police unions collective bargaining power for cases involving misconduct?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Yemen
Should the U.S. provide military aid to Saudi Arabia during its conflict with Yemen?
the Environment › Geoengineering
Should the government fund research into geoengineering as a way to combat climate change?
the Economy › Four-day Workweek
Should the United States transition to a four-day workweek?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato
Should Ukraine join NATO?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to the United States be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, unless they have committed an act of terrorism |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but only if the information was legally obtained |
Domestic Policy › Social Security
Should the government raise the retirement age for Social Security?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, this will disadvantage low income seniors whose life expectancy is lower than wealthier seniors |
Domestic Policy › Annexing Canada
Should Canada become part of the United States?
the Economy › Tax-Free Tips
Should the government eliminate taxes on tips for service and hospitality workers?
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Estate Tax
Should the current estate tax rate be decreased?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and increase it at a progressive rate |
Domestic Policy › College Sports and COVID
Should college sports be played in the fall of 2020?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine |
National Security › Foreign Assassination
Should the US assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?
Housing › First-time Homebuyer Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?
Foreign Policy › Terrorism
Should foreign terrorism suspects be given constitutional rights?
Party influenceYes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo Bay |
Housing › Homeless Shelters
Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services?
Education › Open for Learning Recovery Benefit Program
Should the government provide financial aid to families affected by COVID related school closures?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › TikTok Ban
Should the government ban TikTok?
the Environment › Food Waste
Should the government invest in programs to reduce food waste?
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. defend other NATO countries that maintain low military defense budgets relative to their GDP?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and refusing to defend other NATO countries sets a dangerous precedent for the balance of global power |
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › North Korea Military Strikes
Should the U.S. conduct military strikes against North Korea in order to destroy their long-range missile and nuclear weapons capabilities?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, we must use every diplomatic option first |
Domestic Policy › Juneteenth
Should Juneteenth be declared a federal holiday?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › War on ISIS
Should the U.S. formally declare war on ISIS?
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
Science › Space Exploration
Should the government fund space travel?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, and drastically increase NASA’s current budget |
the Economy › Tech Monopolies
Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Plastic Product Ban
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the President offer tax breaks to individual companies to keep jobs in the U.S.?
Party’s support baseYes, and drastically increase taxes and import tariffs on outsourcing businesses |
Crime › Mandatory minimum prison sentences
Do you support mandatory minimum prison sentences for people charged with drug possession?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
National Security › Backdoor Access to Encrypted Communications
Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?
Transportation › Smart Transportation Infrastructure
Should the government invest in the development of smart transportation infrastructure?
Healthcare › Marketing Unhealthy Products to Youth
Should the government ban the promotion of products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles for young people, such as vaping and junk food?
Education › University Debt Accountability
Should colleges be held financially accountable if graduates, with degrees leading to lower income jobs, default on their student loans?
Party’s support baseNo, we should instead focus on decreasing the cost of education |
the Economy › China Tariffs
Should the U.S. increase tariffs on imported products from China?
National Security › Mexican Drug Cartels
Should the President mobilize the U.S. military against Mexican Drug Cartels?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but only for operations within our country’s borders |
Housing › Green Spaces
Should new housing developments be required to include green spaces and parks?
National Security › National Identification System
Should the government implement a national identification system to enhance security and prevent fraud?
the Economy › NAFTA
Should the U.S. continue to participate in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › India Arms
Should the U.S. sell military weapons to India in order to counter Chinese and Russian influence?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and we should increase diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts peacefully |
Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media
Should social media companies ban political advertising?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo |
Transportation › Fuel Efficiency Requirements
Should the government impose stricter fuel efficiency standards on vehicles?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Road Maintenance vs. New Infrastructure
Should the government prioritize the maintenance and repair of existing roads and bridges over building new infrastructure?
Crime › Income-Based Traffic Fines
Should the penalty for traffic violations depend on the driver’s income?
Science › Genetic Engineering
Should the government fund research into genetic engineering for disease prevention and treatment?
Foreign Policy › Ukraine
Should the U.S. provide military assistance to defend Ukraine from Russia?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, we should pursue diplomatic options instead |
the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should U.S. citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, too many wealthy citizens are abusing loopholes in offshore banking laws to evade taxes |
Foreign Policy › NSA Surveillance
Should the U.S. continue NSA surveillance of its allies?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, spying on our allies severely damages our reputation abroad |
Domestic Policy › Edward Snowden
Should the U.S. government grant immunity to Edward Snowden?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, he should be protected under the Whistleblower Protection Act |
the Environment › Dakota Access Pipeline
Should the government stop construction of the Dakota Access pipeline?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Farm Subsidies
Should the government subsidize farmers?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but only small local farms instead of large corporations |
Social › Affirmative Action Contracts
Should the government eliminate affirmative action requirements for federal contractors?
the Economy › Federal Reserve
Should the Federal Reserve Bank be audited by Congress?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, we deserve to know who the bank gives money to |
Transportation › Diesel Emission Standards
Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?
the Economy › Private Equity Compensation
Should the government increase taxes on private equity executives?
the Economy › Surcharge Ban
Should the government ban surcharges tacked onto concert tickets, cable bills, banking services, hotel bookings and other purchases?
Foreign Policy › Russian Airstrikes in Syria
Should the U.S. prevent Russia from conducting airstrikes in Syria?
the Economy › Presidential influence on interest rates
Should the President have a role in determining interest rates?
the Environment › Carbon Capture Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for companies developing carbon capture technologies?
Education › School Truancy
Should the government decriminalize school truancy?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Distracted Driving Penalties
Should the government increase penalties for distracted driving?
National Security › Capitol Fence
Should the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. be protected by a security fence?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Cuba
Do you support President Obama’s move to lift the trade and travel embargo on Cuba?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
National Security › Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Defense
Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?
Transportation › High Speed Rail
Should the government provide subsidies for the development of high-speed rail networks?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › AI Warfare Ethics
Should the military use weapons guided by artificial intelligence?
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
the Economy › Property Taxes
Would you favor an increased sales tax in order to reduce property taxes?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, property taxes are the most reliable and consistent form of state revenue |
Foreign Policy › Jerusalem
Should Jerusalem be recognized as the capital of Israel?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, and foreign governments should not move their embassies there |
Foreign Policy › Saudi Arabia and Iran
Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, if the company promises to create new jobs by hiring local residents |
Foreign Policy › Two State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Do you support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
the Environment › EV Incentives and Funding
Should the federal government support EV adoption through incentives and infrastructure funding?
Science › CRISPR Technology
Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications?
the Economy › Bitcoin
Should the government classify Bitcoin as a legal currency?
Housing › Foreclosure Assistance
Should the government provide assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure?
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but only for low-income pensioners |
the Environment › EV Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Housing › High density residential buildings
Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Pension Reform
Should pension plans for federal, state, and local government workers be transitioned into privately managed accounts?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, privately managed accounts will jeopardize the financial security of senior citizens |
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, the government should never own shares of private companies |
Transportation › Autonomous Vehicle Regulation
Should the government regulate the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles?
Transportation › Advanced Automotive Technology
Should the government restrict the use of advanced technology in vehicles to maintain human control and prevent over-reliance on technology?
Technology › Self Hosted Digital Wallets
Should citizens be allowed to secure their money in self-hosted digital wallets that the government can monitor but not control?
Technology › Social Media Regulation
Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › F-35
Should the government cancel production of the F-35 fighter?
Transportation › Bicycles and Bike Lanes
Should the government promote the use of bicycles by expanding bike lanes and bike-sharing programs?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Carpooling and Shared Transportation
Should the government provide incentives for carpooling and the use of shared transportation services?
the Economy › Federal In-Office Mandate
Should federal employees be required to work in the office instead of remotely?
the Economy › Gig Workers
Should gig workers such as Uber drivers be classified as employees?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, if they work at least forty hours per week |
National Security › Cross-border Payments
Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine, Iran, Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, and North Korea)?
Technology › Cryptocurrencies
Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?
Transportation › Ride-Sharing Subsidies
Should the government subsidize ride-sharing services for low-income individuals?
the Economy › Decentralized Finance
Should the technology of our financial system transition to a decentralized protocol, that is not owned or controlled by any corporation, similar to the internet?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, but only if it’s truly decentralized and cannot be manipulated by any person, group, or government agency |
the Economy › Online Sales Tax
Should an in-state sales tax apply to online purchases of in-state buyers from out-of-state sellers?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, customers should pay the sales tax from the seller’s state |
the Economy › Silicon Valley Bank Bailout
Should the government provide a bailout for Silicon Valley Bank?
the Economy › Trans-Pacific Partnership
Do you support the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes, it will bring economic growth to all countries involved |
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
the Economy › Stock Buybacks
Should the government tax stock buybacks?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Air Force One
Should the military upgrade Air Force One?
Beto O’Rourke voterbaseNo, not until the cost ($4B) is dramatically reduced |
the Environment › LNG Export Licenses
Should the U.S. lift the moratorium on new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export licenses?
Transportation › Designated Autonomous Vehicle Lanes
Should cities designate special lanes for autonomous vehicles?
Social › Land Acknowledgment Statements
Should major public events include land acknowledgment statements?
Transportation › Frequent Flier Regulation
Should the government regulate airline frequent flier programs?
Transportation › Traditional Automotive Design
Should the government require that all new vehicles be designed to preserve classic automobile aesthetics?
