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Young Kim's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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On The Ballot: Running, Republican for U.S. House (CA) - District 40

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  • Voted against HR 8296: "Women's Health Protection Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by Planned Parenthood Action Fund (None)
  • Rated 100% by National Right to Life Committee (None)
  • Voted in favor of HR 26: "Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Let’s be clear: I do not support changes to Social Security & Medicare that our seniors have earned. I look forward to coming to an agreement that helps reduce our federal debt while protecting & strengthening these important programs." (x.com)
  • "Every level of government must prioritize building and maintaining economic conditions that are competitive and prioritize growth, while ensuring our societal safety net is securely in place. From local services that provide mental health services to job placement support, the government must be there for those who need it." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • "I'm approaching eligibility for Social Security & Medicare myself & understand how important these programs are for our seniors. That's why I'm working to protect & strengthen these programs for future generations." (x.com)
  • "Supporting our seniors is personal to me. I will fight to ensure seniors’ Social Security & Medicare benefits are protected & strengthened. Cuts are not on the table." (x.com)
  • "Nearly 2 out of every 3 Americans is living paycheck to paycheck, and in California, everything is more expensive. That's why I'm working to bring common sense to Congress and make life affordable by combatting reckless spending and lowering taxes." (x.com)
  • "Californians are struggling with record inflation, an all-time high in gas prices, skyrocketing housing costs & high state & local taxes. Our nation cannot afford more reckless spending & tax hikes that stifle economic growth & hurt workers, families & businesses." (x.com)
  • "Californians face the heaviest tax burden of any state in the nation, which is why Young will always fight to lower our taxes. Through bipartisan action, Young is working to provide much-needed tax relief by fully repealing the cap on State and Local Tax (SALT) deductions." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • "Young knows that the hard working men and women of Southern California are already taxed and regulated too much. Working Californians need to be able to keep more of their hard earned money, and the best way to keep good paying jobs in Southern California is by getting rid of unnecessary regulation, backing free market policies, and working with state and local leaders to create an environment where business can prosper." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • "Young knows that the hard working men and women of Southern California are already taxed and regulated too much. Working Californians need to be able to keep more of their hard earned money, and the best way to keep good paying jobs in Southern California is by getting rid of unnecessary regulation, backing free market policies, and working with state and local leaders to create an environment where business can prosper." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • "Californians are struggling with record inflation, an all-time high in gas prices, skyrocketing housing costs & high state & local taxes. Our nation cannot afford more reckless spending & tax hikes that stifle economic growth & hurt workers, families & businesses." (x.com)
  • "Californians face the heaviest tax burden of any state in the nation, which is why Young will always fight to lower our taxes. Through bipartisan action, Young is working to provide much-needed tax relief by fully repealing the cap on State and Local Tax (SALT) deductions." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • Rated 6% by Common Cause (None)
  • Voted against HR 1: "For the People Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "I am grateful to the men and women of our law enforcement who work around the clock to keep us safe and will always back the blue!" (x.com)
  • "It is not lost on Young that every day, thousands of individuals put on a uniform and work around the clock to keep our community safe. Young knows that these heroes ensure the rule of law is enforced and the prosperity we cherish and enjoy continues. In America today, violent crime is on the rise. To protect communities, law enforcement must have the support and tools they require to adequately deal with new criminals targeting businesses, families and individuals." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4365: "Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • "Young Kim believes that a strong America must lead the world by defending the values that have made our country great and have given so many hope. The world’s best chance at peace and stability comes when America is leading. Young Kim is restoring American global leadership by standing up to Russia, China, Iran, North Korea and other strongmen dictators and regimes that don’t share our values." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2670: "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7900: "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023" (votesmart.org)
  • "The best way to keep good paying jobs in Southern California is by getting rid of every unnecessary regulation, backing free market policies, and working with state and local leaders to create an environment where business can prosper." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • "Californians are struggling with record inflation, an all-time high in gas prices, skyrocketing housing costs & high state & local taxes. Our nation cannot afford more reckless spending & tax hikes that stifle economic growth & hurt workers, families & businesses." (x.com)
  • "I'm fighting to rein in reckless spending & get our country back on track for my grandkids & yours. We cannot saddle them with debt." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 5376: "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "Housing prices continue to soar in #CA39. I'm proud to cosponsor the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act & am working to fully repeal the cap on the SALT deduction. I remain committed to doing my part to make life more affordable for Californians." (x.com)
  • "Californians already face high state and local taxes and housing costs. Inflation and big-spending policies only worsen costs of living. We need to restore pro-growth, commonsense policies that remove burdensome government red tape and empower Americans to thrive." (x.com)
  • "Limited housing supply, high mortgage rates not seen in decades, rising housing costs, and tax hikes are keeping the American dream out of reach for too many. I'm fighting to roll back the cap on the SALT deduction that hurts so many and make life more affordable." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 5376: "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "Persistent inflation is hurting all Americans and impacts Californians the most, with the highest gas prices and living costs in the country. I’m fighting back against the Biden administration’s runaway spending and working to make life more affordable." (x.com)
  • "Young Kim knows what it takes to create an environment where jobs can be created and workers can thrive. She understands that reckless spending in Washington is worsening and prolonging the inflation crisis, making it impossible for the economy to recover." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • "The latest CPI numbers confirm that inflation is not "transitory" as families continue to pay more for less. I'm committed to reining in reckless spending contributing to inflation & promoting commonsense policies to make life more affordable." (x.com)
  • "Financial aid transparency is vital for students & families to make informed decisions & avoid debt. My bipartisan bill was added to the College Cost Reduction Act to ensure families get accurate information on college costs." (x.com)
  • Rated 0% by National Education Association (None)
  • Voted against HR 5746: "Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 6% by Common Cause (None)
  • Voted against HR 4: "John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against SB 350: "Establishes Renewable Energy Production Targets" (votesmart.org)
  • "President Biden's anti-American energy policies of cutting off U.S. leases, begging authoritarian regimes for oil & shipping U.S. emergency oil reserves overseas to China are leaving Americans behind. We need to boost production here to grow supply chains & lower costs!" (x.com)
  • "The Biden administration is actively begging Saudi Arabia for oil while cutting off U.S. leases. This is bad for our economy, national security & environment. We need energy security." (x.com)
  • Rated 11% by League of Conservation Voters (None)
  • "President Biden's anti-American energy policies of cutting off U.S. leases, begging authoritarian regimes for oil & shipping U.S. emergency oil reserves overseas to China are leaving Americans behind. We need to boost production here to grow supply chains & lower costs!" (x.com)
  • "President Biden has depleted our emergency oil supply & sent 500 million barrels to China. Meanwhile, Americans are suffering at the gas pump. These anti-energy policies are putting us on the wrong track." (x.com)
  • "President Biden said in his #SOTU address, "instead of relying on foreign supply chains, let’s make it in America." I agree. So why are we buying over 500,000 barrels of oil a day from Russia?" (x.com)
  • "The Biden administration is actively begging Saudi Arabia for oil while cutting off U.S. leases. This is bad for our economy, national security & environment. We need energy security." (x.com)
  • Rated 83% by National Rifle Association (None)
  • "I introduced the Prevent Family Fire Act with @RepMikeLevin to incentivize safe gun storage. While there's no one-size-fits-all fix, this bill would reduce the chance of gun violence, suicide, or accidental shootings while protecting 2nd amendment rights." (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by Gun Owners of America (None)
  • Voted against HR 8: "Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • "The path to affordable, available, and accessible healthcare starts with a free and open market. It’s basic economics – when there is a competitive marketplace, costs are driven down. Extreme socialist healthcare proposals that advocate for a government takeover of healthcare would eliminate private insurance and drastically increase taxes while failing to improve the quality and affordability of critical health services. Young believes in market-based solutions that give Americans the care they deserve while driving down the unacceptable costs of prescription drugs" (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Voted against HR 6833: "The Affordable Insulin Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "The path to affordable, available, and accessible healthcare starts with a free and open market. It’s basic economics – when there is a competitive marketplace, costs are driven down. Extreme socialist healthcare proposals that advocate for a government takeover of healthcare would eliminate private insurance and drastically increase taxes while failing to improve the quality and affordability of critical health services. Young believes in market-based solutions that give Americans the care they deserve while driving down the unacceptable costs of prescription drugs" (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5378: "Lower Costs, More Transparency Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2: "Secure the Border Act of 2023" (votesmart.org)
  • "As a proud immigrant, Young wants people from around the world to be able to legally immigrate into our country, become citizens, and achieve the American Dream. However, our immigration system is broken and it must be fixed. Young will work with anyone who is willing to fix our immigration system while increasing border security." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • "Stopping the illegal entry of migrants, drugs, and weapons is a top priority for Young Kim. This begins on our Southern Border, which the Biden administration has failed to secure and has put our community at risk. Young believes the record number of illegal border crossings and record numbers of illegal drugs entering the country today is completely unacceptable." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5525: "Continuing Appropriations and Border Security Enhancement Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 89% by NumbersUSA (None)
  • "As a proud immigrant, Young wants people from around the world to be able to legally immigrate into our country, become citizens, and achieve the American Dream. However, our immigration system is broken and it must be fixed. Young will work with anyone who is willing to fix our immigration system while increasing border security." (youngkimforcongress.com)
  • "We are already seeing tens of thousands of illegal crossings at our Southern border as Title 42 comes to an end. The border crisis is a direct result of President Biden's policies, and there is nothing fair, humane, or compassionate about it. I am fighting for solutions." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 6: "American Dream and Promise Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6968: "Suspending Energy Imports from Russia Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 340: "Hamas International Financing Prevention Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6126: "Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7108: "Suspending Normal Trade Relations with Russia and Belarus Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7691: "Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5692: "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 3522: "Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "TikTok is not only a national security threat, it’s addicting our kids. At today’s @FinancialCmte National Security & Illicit Finance Subcommittee hearing, I asked if social media companies are doing enough to prevent fentanyl sales on their platforms." (x.com)
  • "As long as TikTok is run by a company with ties to the Chinese Communist Party, it poses a serious security threat & should not be used by our kids. We must get answers on what information is being shared with the CCP & protect our national security & data privacy." (x.com)
  • "If you want the Chinese Communist Party to control your algorithm, decide what you see on your news feed, & take your personal data, then TikTok is the app for you. TikTok is owned by a company with CCP ties & remains a national security threat." (x.com)
  • "Whether through surveillance balloons or apps like TikTok, the Chinese Communist Party has made clear it will monitor Americans, steal our data & undermine our way of life. We must keep the American dream alive & ensure that our nation's word is taken seriously by adversaries." (x.com)

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