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Richard McCormick's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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On The Ballot: Running, Republican for U.S. House (GA) - District 7

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  • "In response to a draft majority opinion of the U.S. Supreme Court that announces the High Court’s decision to overturn Roe V. Wade, Marine Pilot and pro-life Emergency Room Doctor Rich McCormick issued the following statement: "As a doctor, Christian, and father of seven, I know without a doubt that life begins at conception. That’s why I have boldly championed pro-life legislation as a private citizen and candidate for public office. All life has value and must be protected at all costs. If reports today are true and the Supreme Court is poised to strike down the most barbaric law in U.S. history, there’s no doubt that President Donald J. Trump’s legacy will be securing a rock-solid, conservative Supreme Court majority, which resulted in the protection of millions of innocent, unborn children in the United States. Today, we celebrate this encouraging news and President Trump’s bold leadership. We also prepare for the fight to come, as left-wing radicals map out their plans to undermine the Court’s ruling and once again legalize the murder of innocent babies in America." (www.richmccormick.us)
  • "Roe v. Wade is gone, but our work to protect and support mothers and their babies must continue across America. Every life is precious." (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by National Right to Life Committee (None)
  • Rated 0% by Alliance for Retired Americans (None)
  • Rated 100% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • "Provide real tax relief for middle class families" (www.richmccormick.us)
  • "Well, I tell you, I'm a big fan of either fair tax or flat tax; something that makes it easier because, let's face it, right now, the majority of accountants can't get our taxes right because it's so complex" (www.newsmax.com)
  • Rated 100% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • "Well, I tell you, I'm a big fan of either fair tax or flat tax; something that makes it easier because, let's face it, right now, the majority of accountants can't get our taxes right because it's so complex" (www.newsmax.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Voted in favor of H Con Res 40 "Expressing support for local law enforcement officers and condemning efforts to defund or dismantle local law enfo ..." (None)
  • "Rich swore an oath to defend this nation against all enemies, foreign and domestic. He has served in multiple combat zones and understands the sacrifice that men and women make when they serve this great nation in the military. As someone who sacrificed time with family to serve during times of war, Rich knows the critical importance of building a military that can defend our national security at a moment’s notice. In Congress, Rich leans on his experience to guide foreign policy and military preparedness to keep America and our allies secure. Just as importantly, he is making certain that our nation keeps its promise to our veterans when they come home. Restore America’s military might. Prepare our troops for the next battle. Deliver better healthcare to veterans. AMERICA REVIVED." (www.richmccormick.us)
  • Voted in favor of H J Res 42 "Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Re ..." (None)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2670 "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024" (None)
  • "I recently voted with a majority of the House of Representatives to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024. This annual legislation secures the future of our armed forces, supports our courageous servicemembers and their families, and enacts key policy reforms. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee and former US Marine, I was honored to play a significant role in constructing the NDAA, adding multiple amendments to improve both our nation’s warfighting capabilities and the quality of life for those who serve in uniform. They deserve all the benefits these new policies will bring." (mccormick.house.gov)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4365 "Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2024" (None)
  • "We CANNOT give Joe Biden and Chuck Schumer a blank check for terrible Leftist spending priorities" (x.com)
  • "Extending the Pelosi/Biden spending levels is NOT how we solve DC’s spending problem but also Shutdowns are not the answer. I support the conservative solutions we have put forward." (x.com)
  • "I was a hard NO on today’s CR. We cannot continue to go down this road of spending money we don’t have. Our children and grandchildren are already $34 trillion in debt and that number only continues to climb the longer we extend continuing resolutions. We have to rein in Washington’s massive spending problem!" (x.com)
  • "This runaway debt and the interest we are spending on it is outrageous. We have to rein it in and start making drastic changes, or we risk the future of our children and grandchildren." (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Americans are sick and tired of the out of control spending policies which are only making inflation worse for hardworking families." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 347 "Reduce Exacerbated Inflation Negatively Impacting the Nation Act" (None)
  • "The President's student debt cancellation plan was wasteful and failed to address higher education affordability. With the Supreme Court's decision, it's crucial to prioritize helping borrowers resume payments and collaborate with Congress on meaningful reforms." (x.com)
  • Rated 0% by National Education Association (None)
  • "Require an ID to Vote" (www.richmccormick.us)
  • "Joe Biden and his cronies in Congress are seeking to rig our elections for generations. They want to strip away local control of elections and put Washington bureaucrats in control. They even wan force you to pay for congressional campaigns! Even worse, they want to stop widely supported voter ID laws that ensure only legal votes count. That is not the America Rich McCormick fought for as a Marine and Naval Commander. Rich believes in election integrity and making certain that every American can vote and it is impossible to cheat. In Congress, Rich will continue to fight against ALL attempts to federalize our elections, force taxpayers to pay for the elections of the entitled elitist class and improve election integrity. Secure Free and Fair Elections. Stop Federalization of Elections. Require an ID to Vote. No Tax Dollars for Entitled Politicians." (www.richmccormick.us)
  • "Americans have decisively rejected the so-called "Green New Deal" every time it's been proposed. The Green New Deal is a government power grab and wealth-transfer that will destroy hundreds of thousands of jobs and cost trillions, all while failing to protect the environment." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of H Res 987 "Denouncing the harmful, anti-American energy policies of the Biden administration, and for other purposes." (None)
  • Voted in favor of H Con Res 86 "Expressing the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to the United States economy." (None)
  • Rated 0% by League of Conservation Voters (None)
  • "Proud to support hard-working American families and lower energy prices with a YES vote on H.R. 1!" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1: "Lower Energy Costs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 21: "Strategic Production Response Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 92% by National Rifle Association (None)
  • "As a decorated Marine and Naval Commander, Rich swore an oath to defend our constitution. He knows that the right of a legal citizen owning a firearm is one of the rights under greatest assault by the radical left. Rich will never waver in his defense of the 2nd Amendment and will oppose any and all attempts to infringe upon them. Rich will also seek to expand the rights of law-abiding citizens by expanding concealed carry reciprocity nationwide. Defend the 2nd Amendment. Stop Biden’s Gun Grab Attempts. Ensure Concealed Carry is Respected Nationally." (www.richmccormick.us)
  • Rated 100% by Gun Owners of America (None)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Voted in favor of HR 5378: "Lower Costs, More Transparency Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "We need border security now!" (twitter.com)
  • "He believes in strong borders, swift enforcement of our laws, and an immigration system that rewards people who follow the law, not those who break it." (mccormick.house.gov)
  • "The drug cartels are using human trafficking & massive migration to cover up for the influx of drugs that are pouring through our southern border. We have to fight fire with fire." (x.com)
  • Rated 89% by NumbersUSA (None)
  • "Providing amnesty to illegals and allowing 5,000 across the border per day is not securing the border." (x.com)
  • "He believes in strong borders, swift enforcement of our laws, and an immigration system that rewards people who follow the law, not those who break it." (mccormick.house.gov)
  • Rated 89% by NumbersUSA (None)
  • Voted in favor of 6126 "Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (None)
  • "Russia is making Iran and China stronger every day they move forward with their invasion into Ukraine. Isolationism will never deter our enemies abroad. We need to protect America’s interests by supporting our allies around the globe." (x.com)
  • "We must ensure that Ukraine has what it needs to outlast one of the largest armies in the world. The longer this war drags on, the more Russia will try to outlast them. This can’t be allowed to happen or else we risk weakening America’s position globally." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5692 "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (None)
  • "We must ensure that Ukraine has what it needs to outlast one of the largest armies in the world. The longer this war drags on, the more Russia will try to outlast them. This can’t be allowed to happen or else we risk weakening America’s position globally." (x.com)
  • "As we continue to lead international assistance to Ukraine, Americans deserve to know how their tax dollars are being spent," said Rep. McCormick. "I support standing with Ukraine, and I support fiscal responsibility. That's why I have introduced the Ukraine Aid Oversight Act to guarantee that American taxpayer money is being used for the defense against Russia's invasion, not to enrich bad people or be wasted frivolously." (mccormick.house.gov)
  • "Russia is making Iran and China stronger every day they move forward with their invasion into Ukraine. Isolationism will never deter our enemies abroad. We need to protect America’s interests by supporting our allies around the globe." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5692 "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (None)
  • "Yesterday wasn’t a hard vote. Decoupling TikTok from China is necessary if we want to stop the Chinese Communist Party’s influence over our children and elections in America. It had nothing to do with surrendering peoples freedom and everything to do with ensuring that the app’s ownership is not tied to the CCP." (x.com)
  • "We must take the national security threat that TikTok poses with China seriously. The legislation we passed in a bipartisan manner wasn’t about a ban on the app but rather a change in ensuring the ownership is moved away from the CCP to protect Americans." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7521: "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act" (votesmart.org)

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