Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
Personal answerYes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples |
Healthcare › Stay At Home Order
Should the government enforce a “stay-at-home” order to combat the coronavirus?
Darren Hamilton voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Trump Impeachment
Do you support the impeachment of President Donald Trump?
Personal answerYes, and Trump should resign from office |
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
Personal answerYes, take the government out of marriage. Individuals are more fit to legislate morality than the government will ever be. |
Crime › Police Body Cameras
Should police officers be required to wear body cameras?
Personal answerYes, this will protect the safety and rights of police officers and citizens |
the Economy › Equal Pay
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job?
Personal answerNo, the government should never determine what a private business should pay employees |
Healthcare › COVID-19 Vaccine
Will you get the Covid-19 vaccine once it is ready?
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
Personal answerPro-choice, but I think that abortion should be safe, legal, and used a lot less frequently than it currently is. |
Domestic Policy › Insurrection Act
Should the President of the United States have the power to deploy military troops in order to stop protests?
Party’s support baseNo, the federal government should not have this kind of power over states |
Domestic Policy › COVID-19 School Closures
Should the state government order schools to provide online only classes in order to combat coronavirus?
Healthcare › Drug Price Regulation
Should the government regulate the prices of life-saving drugs?
Personal answerNo, and the government should never regulate prices of private businesses |
Education › School Reopenings
Should K-12 schools reopen for in-person learning?
Healthcare › Masks on Public Transportation
Should the Federal government mandate that masks be worn by all people on public transportation?
Healthcare › Stay-At-Home Order
When should your state end the “Stay at Home” order and reopen its economy?
Party’s support baseMay 1st |
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
Social › Gun Buyback
Should the federal government institute a mandatory buyback of assault weapons?
Personal answerNo, it should be voluntary with strong financial incentives instead |
Education › Student Loan Forgiveness
Do you support President Biden’s student loan forgiveness program?
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?
Personal answerYes, but the owner must post a sign stating their beliefs and what they refuse |
Healthcare › Pre-Existing Conditions
Should health insurers be allowed to deny coverage to individuals who have a pre-existing condition?
Personal answerNo, it is immoral to deny health insurance to people with pre-existing conditions but the government should not be involved in health insurance |
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
Personal answerNo, incentivize private companies to address this issue instead |
Social › Gender Identity
Should “gender identity” be added to anti-discrimination laws?
Social › Marital Rape
Should marital rape be classified and punished as severely as non-marital rape?
Personal answerYes, but the standards of evidence should be just as high. |
Social › Transgender Athletes
Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?
Party’s support baseNo, athletes should compete based on the biological sex that is listed on their birth certificate |
Domestic Policy › Gun Control
Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?
Personal answerNo, and the government should pass a national “stand your ground” law |
Social › Religious Service Ban
Should religious gatherings be banned in order to combat the COVID-19 pandemic?
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
Personal answerNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
the Economy › Inflation
Has the government done enough to lower inflation?
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?
Personal answerYes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time |
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for members of Congress?
Personal answerYes, term limits will increase performance and prevent corruption |
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?
Personal answerNo, private businesses should decide the amount of competitive incentives they offer to employees instead of a government mandate |
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
Personal answerNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
Elections › Foreign Lobbying
Should foreign lobbyists be allowed to raise money for American elections?
Personal answerNo, foreign interests should not be able to buy the influence of our politicians |
Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
Personal answerYes, but allow non-violent offenders to serve punishment here. Only deport violent offenders. |
Elections › Mail In Ballot
Should the US have a mail-in ballot process for whole states in local, state, and federal elections?
Party’s support baseYes, and implement a secure online voting process |
Crime › Criminal Justice Use of AI
Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
Personal answerYes, and immediately release anyone serving time solely for drug offenses |
Domestic Policy › Supreme Court Reform
Should the Supreme Court be reformed to include more seats and term limits on judges?
Personal answerYes, but only reform to impose term limits on judges |
Social › Racial Sensitivity Training
Should the federal government require racial sensitivity training for employees?
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
Personal answerNo, too many people are innocently convicted |
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
Personal answerNo, private prisons will sacrifice quality of care and rehabilitation services for profit |
Social › Planned Parenthood Funding
Should the government continue to fund Planned Parenthood?
Personal answerNo, and the government should not give funds to any organizations that perform abortions |
Immigration › Illegal Immigrant Detainment
Should local law enforcement be allowed to detain illegal immigrants for minor crimes and transfer them to federal immigration authorities?
Personal answerYes, but allow non-violent offenders to serve punishment here. Only deport violent offenders. |
Foreign Policy › Iran
Should the U.S. go to war with Iran?
Personal answerNo, the U.S. should encourage Iran to disarm through diplomatic channels |
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by the first amendment?
Immigration › Border Security
Should the U.S. increase restrictions on its current border security policy?
Personal answerNo, simply enforce the existing immigration laws as intended; allow for better entry/exit visa tracking, and help honest immigrants obtain work visas based on a merit system that can be used to help them obtain citizenship if they desire it. |
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?
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
Personal answerNo, the government should not be involved in healthcare |
Domestic Policy › No-Fly List Gun Control
Should people on the “no-fly list” be banned from purchasing guns and ammunition?
Personal answerNo, it is unconstitutional to deny someone’s rights without due process |
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?
Personal answerNo, only with a warrant showing probable cause of criminal activity |
Domestic Policy › Muslim Surveillance
Should local police increase surveillance and patrol of Muslim neighborhoods?
Personal answerNo, targeting Muslims is unconstitutional, racist, and incendiary |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
Personal answerNo, social media companies are private and should not be regulated by the government |
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should the U.S. raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
Personal answerLower, but focus first on lowering the tax rates for small businesses as top priority so competition and economic opportunity can thrive. |
Technology › Data Privacy
Should the government impose stricter regulations on the collection and use of personal data by companies?
Social › Confederate Flag
Should states be allowed to display the Confederate flag on government property?
Personal answerYes, while I hate the flag and everything it stands for, states should have the right to display it. |
Elections › Voter Fraud
Should a photo ID be required to vote?
Personal answerYes, although there is very little evidence of voter fraud. However, some method of identification should be developed for those citizens without drivers licenses. That is primarily the elderly, disabled and poor. Any eligible person who happens not to have a drivers license, or work ID should not be denied the privilege of voting. |
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
Personal answerYes, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional |
Crime › Qualified Immunity for Police
Do you support qualified immunity for police officers?
Party’s support baseNo, and increase the personal liability for misconduct |
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
Personal answerNo, the government should never require the diversity of private businesses. Board members should be the most qualified person regardless of gender. |
Immigration › Sanctuary Cities
Should sanctuary cities receive federal funding?
Personal answerNo, the federal government should not fund sanctuary cities. However, since this is within the jurisdiction of the states and cities involved, the federal government cannot simply ban sanctuary cities. Let state/local governments decide if they want to make their city a "Sanctuary City" and/or fund sanctuary cities within their state. |
the Economy › Taxes
Should the U.S. raise taxes on the rich?
Personal answerNo, but introduce a VAT and a LVT, and eliminate off-shore tax shelters and legal loopholes for corporations. |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should there be a limit to the amount of money a candidate can receive from a donor?
Personal answerNo, as long as all donations are public knowledge |
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Personal answerYes, Teachers as well as administrators and staff should be allowed but not required to carry concealed guns at school if they're legally allowed to do so other places |
Immigration › Immigrant Laborers
Should working illegal immigrants be given temporary amnesty?
Party’s support baseYes, but only if they pay taxes |
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?
Personal answerNo, because that's not what "separation of church and state" means. None of the cited examples refer to any single religion or religious doctrine. They only recognize the generic existence of a higher power. |
Domestic Policy › Patriot Act
Do you support the Patriot Act?
Personal answerNo, because it violates 4th Amendment protections. The scope of the government’s powers regarding surveillance without probable cause and a warrant should be strictly limited. |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. remain in NATO?
Personal answerYes, but other countries should increase their financial contributions & NATO should focus on fighting terrorism. |
Social › Safe Spaces
Should universities provide “trigger warnings” and “safe spaces” for students?
Personal answerNo, college is meant to challenge students thoughts and opinions so they are prepared for real life |
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?
Personal answerNo, most minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience, not support a family |
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
Personal answerNo, and the age of adulthood should be the same for all laws, including alcohol consumption, military service, etc. |
Domestic Policy › Affirmative Action
Do you support affirmative action programs?
Personal answerNo, and minority groups should not receive any favorable treatment |
Domestic Policy › Congressional ban on stock trading
Should members of Congress be allowed to trade stocks while serving in office?
Party’s support baseNo, and do more to prevent insider trading by their friends and family |
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in the United States, have the right to vote?
Personal answerYes, but only of they are documented as permanent residents or are already in the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. |
Crime › Solitary Confinement for Juveniles
Should prisons ban the use of solitary confinement for juveniles?
Personal answerYes, it is severely psychologically damaging to young undeveloped minds |
Social › Women in Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?
Personal answerYes, as long as they can pass the same physical tests as men |
the Environment › Climate Change
Should the government increase environmental regulations to prevent climate change?
Personal answerNo, but instead encourage alternative energy rather than enforce it |
Foreign Policy › Israeli Palestinian Conflict
Which side of the Israeli Palestinian conflict do you sympathize with more?
Party’s support baseIsrael |
Foreign Policy › Israel Boycott
Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel?
Personal answerNo, this is a violation of free speech |
Social › Government Mandates
Should health insurance providers be required to offer free birth control?
Personal answerNo, the government should not decide what services a private business can provide |
Healthcare › Medicaid Work Requirement
Should people be required to work in order to receive Medicaid?
Personal answerNo, the vast majority of people who receive Medicaid are disabled |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine
Should the U.S. and NATO use military forces to defend Ukraine from a Russian invasion?
Education › Student Loans
Do you support increasing taxes for the rich in order to reduce interest rates for student loans?
Personal answerNo, and transition all current government student loans into privately managed accounts |
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?
Personal answerNo, most citizens couldn’t even pass a citizenship test |
Foreign Policy › Soleimani
Do you support the killing of Iranian Major General Qassem Soleimani?
Personal answerNo, the strike was illegal since it was not approved by The U.S. Congress |
Transportation › Eliminating Traffic Laws
Should the government eliminate all traffic laws and rely on voluntary compliance?
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?
Personal answerYes, drug abuse should be treated as a health issue, not a criminal issue |
Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation
Should immigrants be required to learn English?
Immigration › Immigration Healthcare
Should illegal immigrants have access to government-subsidized healthcare?
Personal answerNo, but they should be allowed to purchase private healthcare |
Domestic Policy › Gerrymandering
Should the redrawing of Congressional districts be controlled by an independent, non-partisan commission?
Personal answerYes, switch to a multi-member, proportionally selected redistricting system |
Foreign Policy › Afghanistan
Should the United States pull all military troops out of Afghanistan?
Personal answerYes, slowly so we don't destabilize the region. |
the Environment › Alaska Wildlife Refuge
Should drilling be allowed in the Alaska Wildlife Refuge?
Party’s support baseNo, not until we have depleted all other oil reserves |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
Personal answerYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
Immigration › Immigration
Should children of illegal immigrants be granted legal citizenship?
Personal answerNo, it should not be automatic. If they were brought here as children and have no criminal record, then give them a preferred immigration status and count them against a yearly immigration quota for their country of origin. |
Education › Critical Race Theory in K-12 Education
Should critical race theory be taught in K-12 education?
Darren Hamilton voterbaseYes |
the Environment › Alternative Energy
Should the government give tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry?
Personal answerNo, end all tax credits and subsidies to the energy industry |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should the US increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
Personal answerIncrease, our economy relies on businesses hiring the highest skilled workers at the lowest cost |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
Personal answerFewer, but the system, should it continue, should be altered so as to supplement rather than replace a working income. The ultimate goal for the welfare system should be to motivate citizens to leave the welfare system. The program should only be available to citizens. |
Social › Euthanasia
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?
Personal answerYes, but only if there is no chance they will survive their illness |
Healthcare › Medicare Drug Prices
Should the federal government be allowed to negotiate drug prices for Medicare?
Personal answerNo, the government should not interfere with the free market |
Education › Free College for All
Should the federal government pay for tuition at four-year colleges and universities?
Personal answerNo, get government out of higher education and the cost of higher education will lower. |
the Economy › Free Tax Filing
Should the IRS create a free electronic tax filing system?
Personal answerNo, but I would prefer to eliminate income taxes and abolish the IRS |
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
Personal answerYes, as an alternative to social programs. Basic income should be designed to replace these programs and allow individuals more control in their own lives. |
Foreign Policy › Gaza ceasefire
Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?
Education › Common Core
Do you support Common Core national standards?
Personal answerNo, education should be handled at the state and local level instead of the national level |
the Economy › Labor Unions
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy?
Personal answerHelp, but ban their ability to make political donations |
the Economy › Capital Gains Tax
Should the government increase the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate?
Personal answerNo, and abolish capital gains taxes |
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the American flag?
Personal answerNo, I don’t respect anyone who does but they should have the right to do so |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
Personal answerNo, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions |
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should the United States provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
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)?
Personal answerNo, treat all traffic equally and continue the openness of the internet |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
Personal answerNo, but hold parents criminally liable for transferring deadly diseases to other children |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
Personal answerNo, these types of donations have the potential of being bribes, so only voters should be allowed to finance political campaigns. |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
the Environment › Oil Drilling
Should the U.S. expand offshore oil drilling?
Personal answerNo, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production, and deregulate the energy sector to let the free market determine the best energy sources |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
Personal answerNo, and we should not try to influence any other country’s elections or policy |
Housing › Foreign Real Estate Investment
Should the government restrict the purchase of residential properties by foreign investors?
Healthcare › Healthcare Debt Relief
Should the government forgive all medical debt for Americans?
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
Personal answerYes, but only for victimless crimes. Any other crime, or being investigated for such a crime, should not. |
Domestic Policy › Eminent Domain
Should the government be allowed to seize private property, with reasonable compensation, for public or civic use?
Personal answerNo, and the government should never be allowed to seize private property |
Foreign Policy › Israel
Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?
Personal answerYes, diplomatically, but we should not be providing any monetary aid and should not dictate how it interacts with it's neighbors. |
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?
Personal answerNo, and the government is currently over-regulating private businesses |
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?
Immigration › In-State Tuition
Should undocumented immigrants be offered in-state tuition rates at public colleges within their residing state?
Personal answerNo, and this decision should be left to the college, but they should be eligible for financial assistance and scholarships. |
Foreign Policy › Weapon Sales Ethics
Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations?
Party’s support baseYes, but I would prefer a ban on all military aid to any foreign countries |
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should the US increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
Personal answerDecrease, and deny aid to countries that harbor or promote terrorism |
Foreign Policy › United Nations
Should the U.S. remain in the United Nations?
Personal answerYes, but scale back our current involvement |
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
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?
Social › Frozen Embryos Legal Status
Should frozen embryos be considered children?
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
Personal answerNo, I don't see how any of that information would be relevant to the ability of the candidate to perform the duties of the office unless it is pertinent to a legal or Congressional inquiry. |
Housing › Affordable Housing
Should the government incentivize the construction of affordable housing?
Immigration › Border Wall
Should the U.S. build a wall along the southern border?
Personal answerNo, but we should reform legal entry options and streamline the immigration process. |
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?
Personal answerNo, we already have sufficient anti-trust laws in place to prevent (or break up) monopolies, and the government should not interfere with the free market. |
Healthcare › Medicaid
Should the federal government increase funding of health care for low income individuals (Medicaid)?
Personal answerNo, and the federal government should not increase funding for any social programs |
Elections › Lobbyists
Should there be a 5-year ban on White House and Congressional officials from becoming lobbyists after they leave the government?
Personal answerYes, and make it a lifetime ban |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
Personal answerYes, but only if releasing the information does not threaten our national security |
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
Personal answerNo, instead use voluntary humans for testing |
Education › Universal Pre-K
Should the federal government fund Universal preschool?
Personal answerNo, preschool is unnecessary and should be left to parental discretion. |
Foreign Policy › Torture
Should the military be allowed to use enhanced interrogation techniques, such as waterboarding, to gain information from suspected terrorists?
Personal answerNo, and we should strictly follow the laws of the Geneva Convention |
Elections › Mail in ballots
Should every voter automatically receive a mail in ballot?
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
Darren Hamilton voterbaseNo |
Domestic Policy › Gun Liability
Should victims of gun violence be allowed to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers?
Personal answerNo, dealers and manufacturers should only be held liable for proven negligence of the product. |
Foreign Policy › Yemen
Should the U.S. provide military aid to Saudi Arabia during its conflict with Yemen?
Personal answerNo, Saudi Arabia has more than enough money to fund their own wars |
Science › GMO Labels
Should producers be required to label genetically engineered foods (GMOs)?
Personal answerRegardless, producers should not be allowed to patent foods |
Housing › Rent Control
Should the government implement rent control policies to limit the amount landlords can charge for rent?
Foreign Policy › Taliban Financial Aid
Should the World Bank and International Monetary Fund provide financial aid to the Taliban government in Afghanistan?
Healthcare › Vaccine Passports
Should the government issue vaccine passports?
Elections › Electoral College
Should the electoral college be abolished?
Personal answerNo, but reform so that votes are distributed proportionally instead of the current winner take all system |
Foreign Policy › ISIS Ground Troops
Should the U.S. send ground troops into Syria to fight ISIS?
Personal answerNo, we should stay out of this conflict |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
Personal answerNo, this is a violation of the 4th Amendment (right to privacy). Instead, we should migrate such programs into the private sector and to charaties. This way, if drug enforcement is still desired, the company or charity can institute such measures upon agreement with program recipients. |
Transportation › Transportation Accessibility for People with Disabilities
Should the government require public transportation systems to be fully accessible to people with disabilities?
Social › Student Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
Personal answerYes, and abolish all victimless crimes (drug use, seatbelt laws, etc.) as well. |
Foreign Policy › Hong Kong Fugitive Extradition
Should the Chinese government be able to extradite fugitives from Hong Kong?
Crime › Restorative Justice Programs
Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration?
Party’s support baseYes, but only if the crimes are non-violent |
Healthcare › VA Privatization
Should there be more or less privatization of veterans’ healthcare?
Personal answerMore, and replace the VA healthcare system with a personal health savings account |
Foreign Policy › Drones
Should the military fly drones over foreign countries to gain intelligence and kill suspected terrorists?
Personal answerNo, only to gather intelligence, not to kill suspected terrorists |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
Darren Hamilton voterbaseNo |
Healthcare › Obamacare
Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?
Personal answerNo, open the markets so insurers can compete across state lines and reduce costs |
Foreign Policy › Netanyahu Leadership
Should the government continue to support Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership of the Israeli government?
Crime › Collective Bargaining
Do you support limiting police unions collective bargaining power for cases involving misconduct?
the Economy › Tax-Free Social Security
Should Social Security benefits be tax-free?
Domestic Policy › Social Security
Should the government raise the retirement age for Social Security?
Personal answerYes, but I would prefer to privatize it instead |
the Economy › Unrealized Gains Tax
Should the government tax unrealized gains?
Transportation › Electric Vehicle Mandates
Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
Party’s support baseYes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment |
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
Personal answerYes, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't support other sustainable options |
the Economy › Estate Tax
Should the current estate tax rate be decreased?
Personal answerYes, and we should eliminate it |
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to the United States be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
Personal answerYes, but they should not be able to claim citizenship status of more than two nations |
Education › Charter Schools
Do you support charter schools?
Personal answerYes, and our entire education system should be privatized |
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?
Personal answerNo, and I am not convinced that North Korea has or is capable of developing a long-range nuclear missile |
Domestic Policy › College Sports and COVID
Should college sports be played in the fall of 2020?
Darren Hamilton voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Tax-Free Tips
Should the government eliminate taxes on tips for service and hospitality workers?
Foreign Policy › Terrorism
Should foreign terrorism suspects be given constitutional rights?
Personal answerNo, they are not U.S. citizens so constitutional rights are not applicable. That said, basic human rights should be guaranteed to all people regardless of their suspected crimes or intents. |
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
Education › Open for Learning Recovery Benefit Program
Should the government provide financial aid to families affected by COVID related school closures?
Housing › First-time Homebuyer Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?
the Economy › CEO Pay Cap
Should the government enforce a cap on CEO pay relative to the pay of their employees?
Domestic Policy › TikTok Ban
Should the government ban TikTok?
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
Party’s support baseNo, and make it a criminal offense |
Housing › Homeless Shelters
Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services?
National Security › Facial Recognition
Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
Personal answerYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation |
Science › Space Exploration
Should the government fund space travel?
Party’s support baseYes, and drastically increase NASA’s current budget |
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
Foreign Policy › War on ISIS
Should the U.S. formally declare war on ISIS?
Personal answerNo, we should not legitimize ISIS as a sovereign entity |
the Economy › Tech Monopolies
Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google?
Personal answerNo, we already have sufficient anti-trust laws in place to prevent (or break up) monopolies, and the government should not interfere with the free market. |
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the President offer tax breaks to individual companies to keep jobs in the U.S.?
Personal answerNo, the government should not interfere with the free market |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. defend other NATO countries that maintain low military defense budgets relative to their GDP?
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should the government increase or decrease military spending?
Darren Hamilton voterbaseIncrease |
National Security › Military Congressional Approval
Should the President be able to authorize military force against Al-Qaeda without Congressional approval?
Darren Hamilton voterbaseNo, Congress should approve all military conflicts |
the Environment › Food Waste
Should the government invest in programs to reduce food waste?
Foreign Policy › Ukraine
Should the U.S. provide military assistance to defend Ukraine from Russia?
Personal answerNo, we should stay out of conflicts that do not directly threaten us |
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?
Personal answerNo, but increase incentives for companies that make biodegradable products and let the consumers decide. |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
Personal answerYes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives |
National Security › Backdoor Access to Encrypted Communications
Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?
the Economy › NAFTA
Should the U.S. continue to participate in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?
Personal answerNo, but we should adopt a unilateral free trade policy |
Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media
Should social media companies ban political advertising?
the Economy › China Tariffs
Should the U.S. increase tariffs on imported products from China?
Housing › Green Spaces
Should new housing developments be required to include green spaces and parks?
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, it is the student’s responsibility to manage their financial outcome |
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?
Foreign Policy › India Arms
Should the U.S. sell military weapons to India in order to counter Chinese and Russian influence?
Personal answerNo, and we should not sell military weapons to any foreign country |
the Economy › Gas Tax
Should the Federal Government suspend the gasoline tax?
Crime › Mandatory minimum prison sentences
Do you support mandatory minimum prison sentences for people charged with drug possession?
Personal answerYes, but only for drug dealers, not users |
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should U.S. citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
Personal answerYes, but remove loopholes from off-shore banking laws, and install limitations on corporations and business organizations |
National Security › Foreign Assassination
Should the US assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?
Personal answerYes, but only if they have attacked or are planning an attack. Whenever possible, take them alive and interrogate them, but do not unnecessarily risk soldier's lives. |
National Security › National Identification System
Should the government implement a national identification system to enhance security and prevent fraud?
Transportation › Smart Transportation Infrastructure
Should the government invest in the development of smart transportation infrastructure?
the Environment › Dakota Access Pipeline
Should the government stop construction of the Dakota Access pipeline?
Personal answerNo, but reroute the pipeline away from Native American land. The government should never be allowed to acquire land by eminent domain. |
Foreign Policy › NSA Surveillance
Should the U.S. continue NSA surveillance of its allies?
Personal answerNo, spying on our allies severely damages our reputation abroad |
the Economy › Federal Reserve
Should the Federal Reserve Bank be audited by Congress?
Personal answerYes, the Federal Reserve should be 100% transparent and we should know at all times where are money is and where it goes |
Foreign Policy › Russian Airstrikes in Syria
Should the U.S. prevent Russia from conducting airstrikes in Syria?
Personal answerNo, we should not get involved |
the Environment › Paris Climate Agreement
Should the U.S. withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement?
Science › Genetic Engineering
Should the government fund research into genetic engineering for disease prevention and treatment?
the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?
Domestic Policy › Edward Snowden
Should the U.S. government grant immunity to Edward Snowden?
Personal answerNo, he should be returned to the U.S. to stand trial and face the consequences of his actions, but investigate the CIA and NSA directors as well. |
Transportation › Road Maintenance vs. New Infrastructure
Should the government prioritize the maintenance and repair of existing roads and bridges over building new infrastructure?
the Economy › Farm Subsidies
Should the government subsidize farmers?
Personal answerNo, end all government subsidies and let the free market run its course |
National Security › Mexican Drug Cartels
Should the President mobilize the U.S. military against Mexican Drug Cartels?
Party’s support baseYes, but only for operations within our country’s borders |
Foreign Policy › Cuba
Do you support President Obama’s move to lift the trade and travel embargo on Cuba?
Personal answerYes, but regulate that money received from trade and tourism to make sure that it isn't out towards the Cuban military and their inhumane practices. |
the Economy › Presidential influence on interest rates
Should the President have a role in determining interest rates?
the Economy › Private Equity Compensation
Should the government increase taxes on private equity executives?
Education › School Truancy
Should the government decriminalize school truancy?
Personal answerYes, the school should determine the consequences for trunacy based on the truant. The government should not be involved. |
the Economy › Property Taxes
Would you favor an increased sales tax in order to reduce property taxes?
Personal answerYes, but dramatically reduce government spending instead of raising taxes |
Transportation › High Speed Rail
Should the government provide subsidies for the development of high-speed rail networks?
Foreign Policy › Jerusalem
Should Jerusalem be recognized as the capital of Israel?
Personal answerNo, the United States should have no determination as to what is the capital of any foreign nation, but rather respect the decision of the citizens of that nation. |
Transportation › Distracted Driving Penalties
Should the government increase penalties for distracted driving?
National Security › Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Defense
Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
Personal answerNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
Transportation › Fuel Efficiency Requirements
Should the government impose stricter fuel efficiency standards on vehicles?
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
Personal answerNo, the government should never subsidize private businesses |
Foreign Policy › Saudi Arabia and Iran
Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
Party’s support baseYes, we should always promote diplomatic peace talks during foreign conflicts |
the Economy › Gig worker tax reporting
Should online payment platforms be forced to report all transactions over $600 to the IRS?
Transportation › Diesel Emission Standards
Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
Personal answerNo, not until we decrease our national debt |
the Economy › Pension Reform
Should pension plans for federal, state, and local government workers be transitioned into privately managed accounts?
Personal answerYes, but the employee should be allowed to choose whether or not to privatize their account, and not be penalized for choosing a privately managed account. |
the Economy › Bitcoin
Should the government classify Bitcoin as a legal currency?
Personal answerNo, but allow individual businesses to choose whether or not they accept it as a form of payment. |
Foreign Policy › Two State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Do you support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
Housing › Foreclosure Assistance
Should the government provide assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure?
the Environment › EV Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
Party’s support baseNo, the government should never own shares of private companies |
Housing › High density residential buildings
Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?
Transportation › Autonomous Vehicle Regulation
Should the government regulate the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles?
Foreign Policy › F-35
Should the government cancel production of the F-35 fighter?
Personal answerNo, while the program is a bloated disaster, the need for the fighter still exists, and canceling the program and starting from scratch would be more expensive than seeing it through |
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?
Party’s support baseYes, and also allowed to use a privacy layer that prevents monitoring of funds and transactions |
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?
Transportation › Congestion Pricing
Should cities implement congestion pricing to reduce traffic in busy urban areas?
the Economy › Online Sales Tax
Should an in-state sales tax apply to online purchases of in-state buyers from out-of-state sellers?
Personal answerNo, the federal government does not have the authority to impose state and local taxes |
the Economy › Gig Workers
Should gig workers such as Uber drivers be classified as employees?
Party’s support baseYes, 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 › Social Media Regulation
Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?
the Economy › Trans-Pacific Partnership
Do you support the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)?
Personal answerNo, there are too many hidden provisions in this specific agreement |
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?
Party’s support baseYes, but only if it’s truly decentralized and cannot be manipulated by any person, group, or government agency |
Technology › Cryptocurrencies
Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?
Domestic Policy › Air Force One
Should the military upgrade Air Force One?
Personal answerNo, the current fleet is sufficient, but if it absolutely must be upgraded by the military, the funding should come from the military budget. |
the Economy › Stock Buybacks
Should the government tax stock buybacks?
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?
Technology › Artwork Investment Contracts
Should artists be held to the same reporting and disclosure requirements as hedge funds, mutual funds, and public companies when selling their artwork?
Transportation › Frequent Flier Regulation
Should the government regulate airline frequent flier programs?
