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Joan Greene's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Joan Greene has failed to provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2020 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.

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Issue Positions

For Presidential and Congressional candidates who refuse to provide voters with their positions, Vote Smart has researched their public records to determine their likely responses. These issue positions are from 2020.

  • Do you generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation? "Pro-choice." (votesmart.org)
  • "I support Roe v. Wade. We must end the war on women." (twitter.com)
  • "Ohio, Alabama, Georgia. This is not about preventing abortions. The extreme right are continuing their war on women. If they really wanted to prevent abortions, they would have laws that men must have a vasectomy. Support Candidates who support women." (twitter.com)
  • In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket? "No." (votesmart.org)
  • "Andy gave himself corporate welfare with his $1.5 trillion in tax cuts that added to our Nation's debt. He wants to do it again with another tax cut that will add $627 billion in debt." (twitter.com)
  • "I support not giving the top 1% a tax cut which incurs over $1.5 trillion in debt to our Country." (votesmart.org)
  • "Looking forward to sharing with this guy that economic growth does not happen through tax cuts for top 1% & deregulation that destroys our environment so we actually lose tourism $, putting us into $2T & counting debt will increase our taxes. #VoteTheBusinessOwner." (twitter.com)
  • "She will protect Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, fight for fair wages, and keep corruption out of politics." (joangreeneaz.com)
  • "Absolutley! "Health Care Guarantee" "Universal Heath Care" "Medicare for All" I don't care what we call it just so we do it. Lower drug costs. If your elected official is against it - you can bet it's because he/she is lining their pocket with the medical indus pay-to-play." (twitter.com)
  • "I will protect and strengthen Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. It's your money. You earned it. You keep it." (twitter.com)
  • "That means supporting laws that protect patients’ rights and exploring options like a Medicare buy-in. Congress should consider allowing individuals under the age of 65 to purchase Medicare as their medical coverage. This public option would compete in the marketplace and drive down costs." (joangreeneaz.com)
  • Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions? "Yes." (votesmart.org)
  • "For me, without them, we end up with folks who are in there for a zillion years, not because they want to help USA but because they get paid by donors. The dark money that goes to them keeps folks with fresh ideas and real solutions from participating." (twitter.com)
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  • "I absolutely would be! I am on record saying we need to audit every dept and cut the waste. Biggs is part of Missile Defense Caucus, receives $ from defense contractors & his son works for a defense contractor. He's not cutting anything. He lines his pockets while ours are empty." (twitter.com)
  • "I support an audit on defense spending and we must reduce the waste and corruption that is happening in this department." (votesmart.org)
  • "We can create jobs and improve lives for everyday Americans by actually investing in our infrastructure. We need to fix our roads and bridges, support public transit options, invest in our waterway systems, modernize our dams and levees, and invest in clean energy sources like solar. By investing in our economy and green energy, we can provide economic opportunities to Arizona families and start solving tomorrow’s problems today." (joangreeneaz.com)
  • "To decrease poverty we need quality and affordable education, healthcare for all, livable wages, affordable housing, support for social programs that assist those who need a hand up, invest in infrastructure & we must fight against the #TaxScam. #ITrustJoan #AZ05." (twitter.com)
  • Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth? "Yes." (votesmart.org)
  • Do you support lowering corporate taxes as a means of promoting economic growth? "No." (votesmart.org)
  • "I support not giving the top 1% a tax cut which incurs over $1.5 trillion in debt to our Country." (votesmart.org)
  • "Looking forward to sharing with this guy that economic growth does not happen through tax cuts for top 1% & deregulation that destroys our environment so we actually lose tourism $, putting us into $2T & counting debt will increase our taxes. #VoteTheBusinessOwner." (twitter.com)
  • "During times of crisis, Americans stand together. Sadly, there are those who forget they were elected to support those in need. Here are the 40 House members who voted AGAINST the coronavirus funding bill. If you are represented by them, you should know, and vote to fire them." (twitter.com)
  • "Invest in public education & universal preschool." (twitter.com)
  • "AZ knows the truth. When you know better, you vote better. Vote better for everyone who wants quality education for every child, teachers & support staff paid livable wage, & vote out legislatures who use your tax $ as their personal bank. #AZ05." (twitter.com)
  • Do you support requiring states to adopt federal education standards? "Yes." (votesmart.org)
  • Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, thermal)? "Yes." (votesmart.org)
  • "There is no Planet B. I am a strong advocate for solar and wind. AZ should be the Queen of solar. The days of our elected people who refuse to get on board with reality are over. I will fight for Clean AWE: Air, Water and Energy. Innovation provides good paying jobs and will foster new businesses as we move forward to solve the Earth crisis we are in." (www.facebook.com)
  • "I have no doubt about climate change. As a country we need to demand that the people we elected fight for our future. The future is energy renewables, new technologies, solar, desert water harvesting, and wind to name a few. You need to expect better to get better. I promise to be the better!" (www.facebook.com)
  • "We need to fix our roads and bridges, support public transit options, invest in our waterway systems, modernize our dams and levees, and invest in clean energy sources like solar. By investing in our economy and green energy, we can provide economic opportunities to Arizona families and start solving tomorrow’s problems today." (joangreeneaz.com)
  • Do you support the federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions? "Yes." (votesmart.org)
  • "Global warming is happening. We must elect people who have the ability to solve difficult problems using creativity & who trust in the science. Investing in innovation with a focus on solving climate problems will bring jobs & improve health. #HireJoan." (twitter.com)
  • "Folks, whether you believe climate change is human made or not, we can all agree that receiving an "F" and being ranked 7th most ozone-polluted metropolitan area in the country, dropping from 8th last year, is not a ranking we should be proud of." (www.facebook.com)
  • Do you generally support gun-control legislation? "Yes." (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by National Rifle Association. (votesmart.org)
  • "I am honored to be recognized as a Gun Sense Candidate. Common sense and reasonable safety provisions for gun safety are what we need now more than ever. We need leaders who can calm fears and anger to keep our families safe from gun violence. @shannonrwatts @MomsDemand." (twitter.com)
  • "Our campaign will not take any NRA Money & we are ready to sponsor & co-sponsor all bills that ban AR-15, support common sense solutions & say no elected person who takes NRA money may vote on a bill that supports them." (twitter.com)
  • "We must strengthen ACA. The damage to our families and communities will be insurmountable without it." (twitter.com)
  • "I am grateful ACA is available for those in Vegas who will now need care that they didn't need yesterday." (twitter.com)
  • "Absolutley! "Health Care Guarantee" "Universal Heath Care" "Medicare for All" I don't care what we call it just so we do it. Lower drug costs. If your elected official is against it - you can bet it's because he/she is lining their pocket with the medical indus pay-to-play." (twitter.com)
  • Do you support repealing the 2010 Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")? "No." (votesmart.org)
  • "Family paid leave – absolutely." (twitter.com)
  • "If you are a Congressperson who voted against COVID-19 funding to protect our families 4 times, and you find out that you may be exposed do you have the right to get tested or medical care?" (twitter.com)
  • "Trump keeps saying he wants $5B for a border wall, even though he received $1.6B & has only used 6% of it. Time we asked, who in the Trump circle of corruption will be pocketing the $5B?" (twitter.com)
  • "If I was Rep #AZ05 I would not support declaring an emergency to build border wall." (twitter.com)
  • "That may have been your promise to continue with your racisim and you can say it as many times as you want but the American people never wanted to pay for a wall. My plan is what the American people want - common sense humane immigration reform. Trying talking to #AZ05 not Fox." (twitter.com)
  • Do you support the construction of a wall along the Mexican border? "No." (votesmart.org)
  • "I believe that if the children were brought over than we need to grant them citizenship. To be part of DACA people need to be in school or work. They are already providing jobs, supporting our economy. We need to welcome them." (twitter.com)
  • "A path to citizenship for our 'Dreamers' not only shore up our American values but will ensure our economy & communities continue to thrive. This is the first step in saying "Welcome Home". #AZ05." (twitter.com)
  • Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship? "No." (votesmart.org)
  • "We must not let GOP get us into war and/or put our military in harms way due to ignorance or putting party above Country. #Flipthe5th." (twitter.com)
  • "You may have woken up this morning to the killing of Iranian Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani that happened without Congressional Authorization last night. You would be correct to have questions what this means for the safety of our military and our families at home and abroad." (www.facebook.com)
  • "War is not a campaign strategy. It is heartache, heartbreak and the day time stood still for the innocents GOP continue to betray. #HireJoan protect USA." (twitter.com)
  • "The people who go to war first should be the Congress, Senate, Cabinet, President, VP etc. sons, daughters and other relatives of age. If the war isn't valid enough for them to lose their loved ones, it sure as heck isn't valid enough for us to lose ours." (twitter.com)
  • "We must not let GOP get us into war and/or put our military in harms way due to ignorance or putting party above Country. #Flipthe5th." (twitter.com)
  • "It is Trump's distraction from his failing economy, the tariffs that bankrupt our farmers & hurt our families, his inability to govern, Putin's influence, taking away HC, his #CrueltyisthePoint, Trump and GOP rigging the 2020 election." (twitter.com)
  • "I bought this today before Trump/Biggs tariffs. Hard working AZ familes already pinching pennies will have to make hard economic choices as food & goods go up. Instead of watermelon it may be medicine that doesn't get purchased. #AZ05." (twitter.com)
  • "In Congress I will never agree to tariffs or closing the border." (www.facebook.com)
  • "We need to cut the red tape, expand access to capital, and provide tax relief." (joangreeneaz.com)
This candidate has responded to a Political Courage Test in a previous election. As a continued effort to provide the American public with factual information on candidates running for public office, these archived responses are made available here.
Pro-choice Do you generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation?
No In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket?
Yes In order to balance the budget, do you support reducing defense spending?
I support not giving the top 1% a tax cut which incurs over $1.5 trillion in debt to our Country. I support an audit on defense spending and we must reduce the waste and corruption that is happening in this department.
Yes Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions?
Yes Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth?
No Do you support lowering corporate taxes as a means of promoting economic growth?
Yes Do you support requiring states to adopt federal education standards?
It depends on who is running the federal education program and who is running the state education standards.
Yes Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, thermal)?
Yes Do you support the federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions?
Yes Do you generally support gun-control legislation?
I support common sense gun reforms.
No Do you support repealing the 2010 Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")?
No Do you support the construction of a wall along the Mexican border?
No Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship?
Yes Do you support the legalization of marijuana for recreational purposes?
No Do you support increased American intervention in Middle Eastern conflicts beyond air support?
Unknown Position Should the United States use military force in order to prevent governments hostile to the U.S. from possessing a nuclear weapon?
Lowering health care costs, lowering prescription drug prices, higher wages, cleaner government.

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