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Position on Issues

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support the “Education Freedom Account” program, which gives students access to the per-pupil share of state school funding to spend on private school or home school expenses?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government ban certain "military-style" firearms, such as the AR-15?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support abolishing any federal agencies or departments?

"The ATF, and I'm for decreasing some funding for other Federal Agencies, such as the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the DOJ, and ICE."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support abolishing the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and redistributing its duties?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should New Hampshire ban abortion after 20 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications?

"I support a ban on abortion after 20 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire ban abortion after 24 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should New Hampshire ban abortion after 24 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications?
When asked about banning abortion after 20 weeks gestation on our 2018 survey, D'Arcy wrote, "I support a ban on abortion after 20 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH pursue expanded commuter rail?

"I am undecided on this issue."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH limit terms for elected officials?

"I support term limits for New Hampshire elected officials."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support a constitutional amendment limiting terms for U.S. representatives and senators?

"I support 12 year term limit in the Senate, and also a 12 year term limit in the House of Representatives, so if someone served full terms in both they could serve a maximum of 24 years."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH increase funding for heroin treatment programs?

"I support increased funding for heroin treatment programs."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the first trimester (e.g. after 6 weeks gestation)?

"Funding should go to adoption causes/providers and not abortion providers."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the second trimester (e.g. after 15 weeks gestation)?

"Funding should go to adoption causes/providers and not abortion providers."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire ban discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity in grades K-3?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support the state law that bans teaching certain concepts, such as the idea that people may be "inherently racist, sexist, or oppressive, whether consciously or unconsciously"?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should NH add an income tax on earned income?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government combat inflation by requiring budget cuts to match any new federal spending?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire add a tax credit for businesses that contribute to student loan repayment for employees?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire lower business taxes?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government combat inflation by capping price increases by large businesses?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire add a tax on capital gains?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016

Should NH authorize one or more casinos?

"I oppose casino gambling in New Hampshire."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase the tax on cigarettes?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire government do more to address climate change?

"We should be using our own oil, and natural gas and propane, instead of buying these from the Middle East, or Russia."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016

Should NH continue to base statewide assessments on Common Core standards?

"I oppose basing statewide assessments on Common Core standards."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support giving voters who register without ID on Election Day a ballot that only counts if they return identifying documents to the state before a deadline?

"A valid ID should be required to vote in elections. Provisional ballots without IDs should be allowed because we don't have the manpower to track down and verify people's eligibility to voter after the fact."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support a law that would allow U.S. officials to turn away migrants seeking asylum when the number of border crossings exceeds a certain number?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government combat inflation by decreasing tariffs on imports from foreign countries?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire add a fee or mileage charge for electric vehicle owners to help pay for transportation and/or electric infrastructure?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support a federal rule that would oblige automakers to make 50% or more of the vehicles they sell electric?

"The consumers should decide and determine the market directions of automobile manufacturers. I've owned an electric vehicle and have experienced the downside of ownership of EV's. The consumer should decide."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire add restrictions to the governor's powers during a state of emergency?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should the state do more to encourage municipalities to remove zoning barriers to housing development?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support revising Title IX to limit participation in female sports based on an individual's reproductive biology and genetics at birth?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016

Should NH broaden campaign finance disclosure laws?

"I am undecided on this issue."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support an expanded child tax credit that sends monthly payments to middle and low income families?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support extending the Trump-backed Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) past 2025?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire extend the renewable portfolio standard past 2025, requiring public utilities to obtain more than 25% of electricity from renewable energy sources?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government ban some abortions?

"The Supreme Court was right in saying this is a decision that should be made at the state level. This is a states rights issue as its not in the Constitution."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government pass a law guaranteeing the right to choose abortion before fetal viability (generally 24 weeks gestation)?

"This is a states right issue according to our Constitution."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire guarantee the right to access abortion before 24 weeks?

"Funding should go to adoption causes/providers and not abortion providers."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016

Should NH increase law enforcement policies and penalties for heroin-related offenses?

"I am undecided on this issue."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support increasing military aid to Taiwan?

"In a limited capacity."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support increasing oil and natural gas leases on publicly owned land and water?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase public access to reports of police misconduct?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should military aid to Israel include a requirement that Israel take certain actions to reduce civilian casualties?

"We should stand by Israel. Israel did not start this war, Hamas did."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support the option of mail-in ballots for all voters, not just absentees?

"There is absolutely no need for mail in ballot voting, when we have absentee voting, which essentially does the same thing, except absentee voting you are show that you're eligible to vote. Mail in voting provides too much opportunity for voter fraud."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support New Hampshire’s current system of public school funding, with about two-thirds of total funding coming from local property taxes?

"Undecided"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should NH legalize the recreational use of marijuana?

"Undecided"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the government legalize marijuana at the federal level?

"I am for this for three reasons. One is that legalizing and regulating marijuana will most likely prevent Fentanol deaths. Secondly there are some medical benefits of it for sick people. Lastly, it would save a lot of taxpayer money for jailing people for minor offenses."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by allowing home-growing and private use without sales?

"Although I'm not an advocate for marijuana use, I do not consider it a dangerous substance. I think legalizing it may cut down on the number of deaths from opioids and other dangerous drugs on the street."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by licensing growers and private retail locations?

"Although I'm not an advocate for marijuana use, I do not consider it a dangerous substance. I think legalizing it may cut down on the number of deaths from opioids and other dangerous drugs on the street."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by establishing state-run cannabis stores?

"Although I'm not an advocate for marijuana use, I do not consider it a dangerous substance. I think legalizing it may cut down on the number of deaths from opioids and other dangerous drugs on the street."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government reform Social Security by requiring means testing?

"I think we should drastically reduce the foreign aid we give to other countries, and use that money to sure up social security (50 Billion+ per year)."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Was New Hampshire right to continue expanded Medicaid eligibility, using the traditional Medicaid system of managed care instead of private insurance?

"I oppose expanded Medicaid eligibility, using the traditional system of managed care instead of private insurance."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016

Was NH right to expand Medicaid eligibility, using private insurance wherever possible?

"I oppose NH's expanded Medicaid program. I'm opposed to Obamacare and believe we can find a better, more affordable solution to healthcare for all."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government amend the Affordable Care Act/"Obamacare" by automatically enrolling every citizen in Medicare, replacing most private insurance?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government amend the Affordable Care Act/"Obamacare" by allowing citizens to opt into Medicare if they so choose?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the U.S. government continue to provide military aid to Ukraine (without putting U.S. soldiers on the ground)?

"In a much more limited capacity."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire raise the minimum wage?

"I would support an increase of $1.00"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support increasing federal enforcement of organized retail crime?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH do more to enforce federal immigration laws?

"I support increased state enforcement of federal immigration laws."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase the size of solar panel installations that may participate in net energy metering?

"Undecided"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase subsidies and tax credits for business investment?

"Undecided"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016

Should NH allow the Northern Pass to proceed with some (not all) of the lines buried?

"I oppose the Northern Pass as currently proposed."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase the base amount of per-pupil funding it provides to local school districts?

"I need to gather more information on this subject."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should the state permanently increase how much tax revenue it shares with towns and cities every year, beyond public school funding?

"I might be for this but not a permanent basis. It's something that should be looked at annually and determined yearly."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support the gradual phase-out of the Interests and Dividends tax?

"Undecided"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Is police brutality an issue in NH?

"Police brutality is not an issue in New Hampshire."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Do you support presidential action to bar asylum-seekers from staying in the United States before their court date?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Do you support Gov. Sununu's proposal to allow employers and employees to opt-in to a private, paid family and medical leave insurance plan, based on a pool of state employees, excluding coverage for personal illness?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government privatize some or all of Social Security?

"I think we should drastically reduce the foreign aid we give to other countries, and use that money to sure up social security (50 Billion+ per year)."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government reform social security by raising the cap on income subject to the Social Security tax?

"I think we should drastically reduce the foreign aid we give to other countries, and use that money to sure up social security (50 Billion+ per year)."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government reform Social Security by raising the retirement age from today's age of 67?

"I think we should drastically reduce the foreign aid we give to other countries, and use that money to sure up social security (50 Billion+ per year)."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government combat inflation by raising taxes to reduce the budget deficit?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire continue to participate in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which requires utilities to purchase allowances for every ton of carbon they emit?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should New Hampshire maintain the renewable portfolio standard, which requires public utilities in New Hampshire to obtain a certain percentage of electricity from renewable energy sources (25% by 2025)?

"I am undecided on this issue."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire repeal the ban on abortion after 24 weeks gestation?

"Funding should go to adoption causes/providers and not abortion providers."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government combat inflation by repealing or revising the Jones Act to allow more foreign involvement in shipping between U.S. ports?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should Congress revise Section 230, a federal law that shields social media companies from lawsuits over content that appears on their platforms?

"Undecided"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire create a road usage fee?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should New Hampshire government do more to increase the supply of affordable housing?

"I am undecided on this issue."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016

What is your opinion on the state providing some funding for Planned Parenthood?

"I oppose the state providing some funding for Planned Parenthood. Taxpayers should not obligated to pay for abortions if their cinscience is opposed to abortion. I understand that's not all they do at Planned Parenthood but it's a big part of their existence and function. There are many other places and networks for people to get birth control, counseling, etc... for people including, schools, hospitals and doctors, and counselors."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH continue to administer statewide standards-based student assessments?

"I am undecided on this issue."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire create a statewide family and medical leave program, paid for with a percentage of employee wages, with no opt-out?

"I'm for this with an opt-out option."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?

"We have some of the least restrictive laws for guns in the country, and have some of the least amounts of crime in the country. Gun laws do not make communities safer."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire provide student loan debt repayment programs for workers in industries with labor shortages?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government combat inflation by supporting further Federal Reserve interest rate hikes?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024

Should the federal government tax carbon emissions?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire add tax incentives for affordable housing development?

"Undecided"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire allocate tax revenues for private and home schooling costs?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016

Should parents be allowed to opt their children out of the NH immunization/vaccination registry?

"Parents should be allowed to opt their children out of the NH immunization/vaccination registry."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH impose strict residency requirements on registering to vote?

"New Hampshire should impose strict residency requirements on registering to vote."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016

Should NH restrict further wind power development?

"I oppose restrictions on further wind power development. Further development should not be at taxpayers expense. It should be at the utilities expense or through grants."

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