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Jerry Carl's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Issue Positions

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  • "Last night’s leak of the Supreme Court draft opinion to potentially overturn Roe v. Wade is a shameful attempt by the radical pro-abortion Left to sway our Supreme Court justices. All life is made in the image of God, and I will never stop fighting to protect life at all stages!" (x.com)
  • "I applaud the Supreme Court for overturning the disastrous Roe v. Wade decision!" (x.com)
  • "Jerry believes all human life should be protected from the moment of conception." (jerrycarlforcongress.com)
  • Rated 100% by National Right to Life Committee (None)
  • Rated 0% by Alliance for Retired Americans (None)
  • "The President is lying to you when he says Republicans want to cut Medicare or Social Security." (x.com)
  • Voted against S 610 "Protecting Medicare and American Farmers from Sequester Cuts Act." (None)
  • Rated 81% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • "President Biden wants to raise taxes on hardworking Americans to pay for another massive multi-trillion dollar spending bill chock full of liberal Green New Deal policies. We shouldn’t be footing the bill for his outrageous agenda. Unacceptable." (x.com)
  • "President Biden's fiscal year 2024 budget is unacceptable. Americans cannot afford trillions in new taxes. Washington spends way too much money, and it is time to reign it in." (x.com)
  • "Democrats get creative with names like "Build Back Better," but let’s be realistic.This is a big government takeover that will expand the IRS, raise taxes, create 150 new government programs, and grant amnesty to MILLIONS of illegal immigrants. This is BAD for America!" (x.com)
  • "Thank you, @GOPLeader McCarthy, for fighting the Democrats’ efforts to bankrupt America and saddle hardworking families with higher taxes. #BuildBackBetter is a BAD deal!" (x.com)
  • "President Biden wants to raise taxes on hardworking Americans to pay for another massive multi-trillion dollar spending bill chock full of liberal Green New Deal policies. We shouldn’t be footing the bill for his outrageous agenda. Unacceptable." (x.com)
  • Rated 81% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • "Today, I voted against the Democrats' For the People Act For the Politicians Act because it would radically transform our elections by taking election decisions away from the people and giving more power to bureaucrats. This act utilizes taxpayer money to fund campaigns, legalizes ballot harvesting, weaponizes the IRS for partisan gain, and mandates felons be allowed to vote. Instead of imposing California-style elections on the rest of the nation, Congress should be working to restore Americans' faith in our elections. I'm proud to be a cosponsor of the Save Democracy Act, which promotes free and fair elections, respects the primary authority of states over election administration, and does not allow taxpayer money to be used for federal campaigns." (None)
  • "Democrats’ number one priority is radically transforming our elections by taking power away from the people and giving more power to the swamp. #HR1 is a bad deal for election integrity and for the American people." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 1 "For the People Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "This week is National Police Week, which is a reminder that our law enforcement officers put themselves in harm's way every day to keep us safe. Police officers need our support now more than ever as the radical Left pushes their "defund the police" rhetoric and policies!" (x.com)
  • "I just spoke on the House floor to show my support for police officers all across this country. I will always be a strong supporter of law enforcement, and I encourage my colleagues to fully fund and support our brave men and women in uniform. #NationalPoliceWeek" (twitter.com)
  • "I'm proud to do all I can on the Federal level to support law enforcement in south Alabama and all over the country. Police officers willingly choose an incredibly tough job with long hours and inadequate pay, so it is critical for us to give them the support and respect they need. Now, more than ever, police officers need increased resources and increased support from the communities they serve. While some folks around the country are calling for defunding or disbanding the police, I'm proud to be a tireless supporter of law enforcement, and I will always Back the Blue." (None)
  • Voted against HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4365: "Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2024" (None)
  • "I'm grateful the House has passed the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act, which includes two additional Expeditionary Fast Transport vessels to be built by Austal USA. I'm proud to have successfully fought to include these EPFs in the NDAA because this is a huge investment in our local economy and our national defense footprint as a whole. South Alabama has a rich history of shipbuilding, and I look forward to Austal USA's continued contributions to our national defense interests through the building of two additional EPF vessels." (None)
  • "I’m excited the NDAA passed yesterday! This bill includes ships to be built @Austal_USA, plus it’s a huge win for our service members & national security. It does NOT include any "red flag" laws or any requirements for women to register for the draft." (x.com)
  • "President Biden's fiscal year 2024 budget is unacceptable. Americans cannot afford trillions in new taxes. Washington spends way too much money, and it is time to reign it in." (x.com)
  • "It’s a late night in D.C. as Nancy Pelosi pushes through a massive spending bill that has nothing to do with COVID relief. I’m standing firm against this because this is nothing more than a blue state bailout that ignores hardworking Americans." (x.com)
  • "Members of Congress have a responsibility to manage the government in a fiscally responsible way, which means reining in government spending. A shutdown doesn’t solve any problems or save any taxpayer dollars and is nothing more than a gift to Joe Biden." (x.com)
  • "President Biden wants to raise taxes on hardworking Americans to pay for another massive multi-trillion dollar spending bill chock full of liberal Green New Deal policies. We shouldn’t be footing the bill for his outrageous agenda. Unacceptable." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 8294: "Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related agencies Appropriations Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Could you afford to lose an entire month’s salary? 8.3% inflation is the equivalent to not getting a paycheck for a month. Americans are being failed by Democrats’ policies that are driving inflation through the roof!" (x.com)
  • "Americans cannot afford inflation caused by Biden’s big spending." (x.com)
  • "Another month of crippling inflation caused by Democrats’ reckless spending. That’s why House Republicans have a plan to get our economy back on track and put money back in your wallet." (x.com)
  • "The American people are suffering because of Biden's Far Left agenda. That's why @HouseGOP is introducing the REIN IN Inflation Act to pump the brakes on Biden’s reckless spending." (x.com)
  • Rated 0% by National Education Association (None)
  • Voted against H.R. 5746 "Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "There's no doubt the 2020 elections had issues, which is why the ACE Act is critical to restoring our election integrity by providing states with important tools to help with the delivery of ballots, verification of signatures, using voter ID, giving observers access to the process, updating voter lists, and conducting post-election audits. With the Democrats' constant attacks on the integrity of our federal elections, I'm proud to join my colleagues on this important effort to strengthen our elections and guarantee their security. Our elections should always be free, fair, and secure, and this legislation will go a long way to ensuring Americans that their vote matters. It's time to restore confidence in our elections." (None)
  • Rated 6% by Common Cause (None)
  • Voted against H.R. 4 "John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • "We can protect our economy and our environment without radical Green New Deal policies which harm our economy and kill jobs." (x.com)
  • "Biden’s big government mandates kill jobs and hamper America’s energy industry. He should be focused on free-market solutions to cleaner energy, rather than destroying thousands of jobs with the stroke of a pen." (x.com)
  • "President Biden wants to raise taxes on hardworking Americans to pay for another massive multi-trillion dollar spending bill chock full of liberal Green New Deal policies. We shouldn’t be footing the bill for his outrageous agenda. Unacceptable." (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by American Energy Alliance (None)
  • "Why did President Biden cancel the Keystone XL Pipeline and kill thousands of American jobs immediately after taking office?" (x.com)
  • "Biden should immediately end the moratorium on oil and gas leasing on federal lands and waters, restart the Keystone XL pipeline, and expedite approval for natural gas pipelines and LNG export facilities. We must unleash American energy NOW!" (x.com)
  • "We were energy independent until you cancelled the Keystone XL pipeline, cancelled oil and gas leases on federal lands, and made it cost prohibitive to expand domestic energy production" (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by American Energy Alliance (None)
  • Rated 100% by Gun Owners of America (None)
  • "As an avid hunter, Jerry is a lifelong supporter of our Second Amendment rights" (jerrycarlforcongress.com)
  • "Today, Democrats are attempting to strip away your constitutional right to bear arms. I will be voting AGAINST these sweeping gun control measures because the 2nd Amendment is crystal clear - the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed." (x.com)
  • "What part of "shall not be infringed" is so confusing to liberals? The 2nd Amendment is crystal clear, and I’ll continue fighting any attempts to trample our Constitution and erode our most fundamental rights." (x.com)
  • "We must protect our nation from radical socialist policies like defunding the police, higher taxes on the middle class, and government run healthcare." (x.com)
  • "The Democrats' multi-trillion dollar big government spending bill would increase the cost of health care and prescription drugs! I sat down with @RepBuddyCarter to discuss why this is BAD for Americans." (twitter.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "The Democrats' multi-trillion dollar big government spending bill would increase the cost of health care and prescription drugs! I sat down with @RepBuddyCarter to discuss why this is BAD for Americans." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against H.R. 6833 "The Affordable Insulin Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Title 42 is one of the best tools we have to control the flow of migrants into our country, and President Biden is planning to let it expire this week. This reckless action will green light hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants to pour across our southern border." (x.com)
  • "My @HouseGOP colleagues and I are committed to securing the border and supporting law enforcement because Americans deserve safe communities where they can live, work, and raise a family." (x.com)
  • "President Biden's first year in office has been marked by failure and broken promises. One of his biggest failures is his refusal to secure our southern border and stop the flow of illegal drugs into our communities. Build the wall now!" (x.com)
  • Rated 78% by NumbersUSA (None)
  • Rated 78% by NumbersUSA (None)
  • "Biden’s proposed immigration plan to suspend deportations and open our borders will prove disastrous. We have got to be tough on immigration and prevent people from illegally crossing our borders." (x.com)
  • "Title 42 is one of the best tools we have to control the flow of migrants into our country, and President Biden is planning to let it expire this week. This reckless action will green light hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants to pour across our southern border." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 1333 "NO BAN Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "The United States stands with the people of Ukraine and our NATO allies, and I strongly urge @POTUS to enact the toughest possible sanctions to cripple Russia and prevent them from continuing unprovoked attacks." (x.com)
  • "President Biden is enabling Iran to enrich themselves and finance Hamas and other terrorists groups by failing to enforce oil sanctions in the Middle East." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 7691 "Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes." (None)
  • Voted against HR 5692: "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • "It is totally irresponsible for a U.S. Senator to put Ukraine over our own country. Sad state in America if that's our leadership." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 6833: "Continuing Appropriations and Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023" (None)
  • "Over the weekend, we learned Big Tech colluded to hide the Hunter Biden laptop story. In just 29 days @HouseGOP will begin the work to hold them accountable and get answers for the American people." (x.com)
  • Signed Letter to the Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Opposing White House Censorship Plan: "We are concerned that your administration's actions are undermining First Amendment principles by pressuring private companies to censor free speech. On July 15, 2021, your press secretary, Jen Psaki, announced that your administration is "in regular touch with" social media platforms and "flagging problematic posts for Facebook that spread disinformation." The federal government's ongoing efforts to pressure private companies to censor speech that it disagrees with is alarming and an affront to the First Amendment." (None)

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